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Date: Thu, 31 Oct 2002 17:31:34 +1100
2002 Rufous Scrub-bird Surveys

Volunteers - we need your help!

Why a survey?

Since 1999, the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has conducted surveys for the Rufous Scrub-bird (Atrichornis rufescens) in north-east NSW.  The surveys have been part of a long term (5-year) monitoring program designed to assess the abundance of the species in the World Heritage National Parks of north-eastern NSW.

Following the success of the surveys over the past three years, this seasons surveys are about to commence.  The NSW NPWS has contracted Ekerlogic Consulting Services (ECS) to undertake this years project. Volunteers are required to assist us in the surveys being conducted in the four survey areas: Barrington Tops, New England, Gibraltar Range/Washpool and Border Ranges National Parks. The surveys are a great opportunity for volunteers to assist in the conservation of this rare and cryptic species in some of the most beautiful World Heritage rainforests of the east coast of NSW. Also a great opportunity to camp out and see some of the rarer rainforest birds, mammals and plants that occur in those regions.

Survey locations?

Barrington Tops, New England, Gibraltar Range/Washpool and Border Ranges National Parks.

When?

Weekends, weekdays in November and December 2002

Who?

Experienced and/or enthusiastic birdwatchers.

Training?

Volunteers will be briefed on the background of the project, the survey method, Rufous Scrub-bird calls and behaviour.

Accommodation?

Depending on the preference of the volunteer.  We usually camp at designated campsites within each of the National Parks. 

Costs?

Volunteers will be reimbursed for their petrol and food costs.

Further Details and Registration?

For survey dates and locations, please contact me at the details below.

 __________________________________________________
Peter A. Ekert
Director - Ekerlogic Consulting Services (ECS)

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service
  --  Warragamba Special Area Fauna Survey
  --  Rufous Scrub-bird Monitoring Program in North-east NSW

North Sydney Council
  --  The Continuing Bird Monitoring Program

4 Bowen St
Wallsend NSW 2287

Ph. 02 4950 0573   Mob. 0410566104   Fax.  02 4950 0573
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