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Australia harbours a wonderful diversity of wildlife different from anywhere else, and our own district (Border Ranges and surrounds) has the third highest diversity anywhere within Australia, including icons such as platypus, kangaroo and koala as well as many species unknown by most residents and visitors. A series of free workshops, beginning December 2007, will celebrate our wildlife and its fascinating behaviours, ecological interactions and great beauty, and discuss how we might best conserve it well into the future. The series will culminate in a month-long Wildlife Festival in September 2008, including a 2-day Wildlife Expo, a final workshop, and many events for all ages.
Hosted by Logan and Albert Conservation Association and Wildlife Tourism Australia, sponsored by Beaudesert Shire Council through Community Environmental Assistance Grants Program and Community Events Program. Saturday 8 December 2007: 10.30am to 5.00pm - Wildlife of the Scenic Rim The Centre, adjacent Shire Council,
Brisbane St.,
Beaudesert
10.00am to 1.00pm.
Background to biodiversity (the geological and climatic events that led to such a diversity of habitats and wildlife), the mammals, birds, reptiles, frogs and other wildlife species that live here, ecological interactions between species (fascinating in themselves and important for conservation)
2.00 to 5.00pm.
Wildlife as an asset for the region (ecological roles, passive recreation and lifestyle, educational value, sustainable tourism), National Landscapes, Tourism Australia (the potential for this region as a major tourist destination while retaining its character and not threatening its wildlife), overview of conservation issues to be discussed in future workshops. Paintings by wildlife artist Andy Reimanis on display. Lunch is available at several venues nearby.
Saturday 23 February 2008 130-5.00pm Who y' gonna call? Injured and orphaned wildlife, prevention and care. Beaudesert Information and Arts Centre,
Brisbane St.,
Beaudesert.
Care of injured and orphaned wildlife, value of wildlife care for conservation, welfare and education, courses in wildlife care, prevention of roadkill and illegal activities. Plans for the future – what is most urgently needed? Bring your ideas ready for the open discussions following introductory talks.
Saturday 29 March 20 08 1.30 – 5.30 pm. Wildlife on private lands Beaudesert Information and Arts Centre,
Brisbane St.,
Beaudesert
Detecting and identifying wildlife, conservation status of species, habitat needs. Wildlife as controllers of pest species and pollinators of flowers. Eco-friendly ways of coping with problem animals. Feeding of wildlife. Potential passive income from wildlife tourism for land-holders (and public liability problems).
Saturday 19 April 20 08 1.30 – 5.30 pm . Wildlife Tourism Beaudesert Information and Arts Centre,
Brisbane St.,
Beaudesert
Using wildlife to add value to tourism operations, the importance of good wildlife interpretation, minimizing disturbance to wildlife, positive contributions wildlife tourism can make to wildlife conservation Introductory talk followed by open discussion of ideas.
Saturday 7 June 2008. 1.30 – 5.30 pm The role of amateur naturalists in Conservation Beaudesert Information and Arts Centre,
Brisbane St.,
Beaudesert
It’s hard to stay bored with life once you start observing and thinking about the many creatures we share our planet with, perhaps also sketching or photographing them. Wildlife observation (including birds) as a hobby, and as a contributor to scientific understanding and conservation management.
Saturday 26 July 20 08 1.30 – 5.30 pm Wildlife Corridors that really get used by wildlife Beaudesert Information and Arts Centre,
Brisbane St.,
Beaudesert
A corridor for one species may not be a corridor for others. Where are the Shire's current corridors, on private and public land, which animals do they serve, and where are the gaps? What do we know, and what are the most pressing questions? What political and other problems might complicate ecological solutions? Bring your ideas ready for the open discussions following introductory talks.
September 2008 –The Festival!
Various special activities, displays and wildlife tours throughout the region during September 2008 – details to be announced
Anyone interested in contributing further events or displays, please contact Ronda Green: 5544 1283 or
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Friday and Saturday 12-13 September 2008 Wildlife Expo Beaudesert Information and Arts Centre,
Brisbane St.,
Beaudesert
2 days of exhibits and activities both indoors and out – conservation organizations, natural history associations, wildlife artists, wildlife tourism, government departments, retailers (books, binoculars etc.), wildlife carers, environmental consultants and other wildlife and other wildlife themes, plus food and beverage stalls, children’s activities, wildlife films, display of results of any photo or art competitions etc. (A small fee to be charged for each exhibit different levels for commercial operations and community groups etc. to be donated to wildlife conservation.
Saturday 27 September 2008 10.30 – 4.30pm Our wildlife, past, present and future The Centre,
Brisbane St.,
Beaudesert.
A final celebration of our local wildlife, a summary of previous workshops and discussions on the outlook for the future.
Workshops are free, but numbers will be limited, so RSVP to Ronda Green at
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or 5544 1283 Watch for further details: www.laca.org.au www.wildlifetourism.org.au |
