About the Event
Nature Journalling at Tarwin River Forest, Turtons Creek
A guided opportunity to observe, record, and experiment artistically in this spectacular rainforest setting. Â Â
Join us for this special event in partnership with Gippsland Threatened Species Action Group.
A botanist and artist tutor will be present to guide you through your observations while we walk through this environmentally significant forest.Â
Mountain ash, messmate and blackwood make up the tall canopy. The river, creeks and gullies are filled with ferns, including the critically endangered slender tree-fern. It is home to many important animal species such as the gang-gang, long-nosed bandicoots, Strzelecki koala, platypus, superb lyrebirds, and the powerful owl.
WHEN: Saturday, 19th October, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
WHERE : Turtons Creek, South Gippsland (address details to follow)
BRING : Warm clothing, sturdy footwear, wet weather gear, water bottles, snacks and your preferred journalling tools (artist pads, pencils, charcoal, pens or markers)
COST: While this is a FREE event, donations will be warmly accepted to help cover costs
Your contact for this event is Anda Banikos, 0409 180 595
About this special location:
Tarwin River Forest is a conservation forest stewardship managed for carbon sequestration, biodiversity, and water. It is one of the largest properties under conservation covenant in South Gippsland. This forest is unique and endangered. Custodians Victoria Johnson and Stuart Inchley are committed to protecting and nurturing it as it grows into a mature forest. To learn more, visit www.tarwinriverforest.com.au
Hope to see you there !
The photos featured above are from our last Nature Journalling Session in November 2023 in the Hoddle Range Flora Reserve, Fish Creek
Organiser
Prom Coast Ecolink is a community-driven initiative to preserve and protect our natural environment through collaboration and connection.
