Workshop: Basics of Grassy Ecosystems
Conservation
Saturday 12 November, 1:45
to 4:45pm
Mugga-Mugga Education
Centre
Friends of Grasslands is holding a workshop on how to
identify different ecosystems (grassland, woodland, forest) and their plants and
learn about what makes them special, how to best manage remnant patches, and
where to find some of the best sites. The workshop coincides with the release of
the grassy ecosystem management kit,
which will also be covered in the workshop and will be available. The
workshop aims at beginners, but all FOG members and friends should find it
interesting and useful. Enquiries may be made to Kim Pullen on 6246-4007
(w) or m("csiro.au","kim.pullen");">kim.pulle.
Sessions include: An
ecosystem approach to conservation, Grassy ecosystems management kit, Dominant
and other grasses of grassy ecosystems, Managing native grasslands, Weeding to
restore your patch and keep it healthy, Grassland species, their importance, and where to see
them. Speakers include David Eddy, Margaret Ning, Rainer Rehwinkel, Geoff
Robertson and Sarah Sharp.
The cost of the workshop is $10
($5 concession to low income earners) to cover venue hire and afternoon tea. To
register, send you name, e-mail address or
phone number, and money to FOG, PO Box 44 Majors Creek, NSW 2622. Places are limited, so please register
early.
