Workshop about dune wildlife
The Community Environment Network will hold a community workshop at Ocean Beach to raise awareness of dune fauna and community participation in protecting local dune systems.
The Ocean Beach Wildlife Wonders workshop will be held on Saturday, November 7, from 9am to 12pm.
The event was made possible through funding from the Federal Government's Caring For Our Country grants program to promote the importance of maintaining dune systems to safeguard the coastline against erosion.
"The focus of the morning is to have a bit of fun exploring what lives in the dunes," dunecare officer Ms Jen Dwarte said.
"There will be activities to keep the whole family entertained including identifying fauna, kids colouring-in competition and a family sand modelling challenge.
"Your sand model must be an animal found within dunes and the best sand models will win prizes.
"Local primary schools will be able to participate in a colouring competition which will be judged and prizes given out on the day.
"We would also like to showcase the work of Peninsula Dunecare group who assist the regeneration of native vegetation on the dunes in the eastern part of Ocean Beach.
"The group ensures that there is still healthy habitat for the animals who rely on the dunes in the area and they are always happy to have an extra hand."
Bookings are essential for catering purposes and can be made by phoning Marilyn on 4349 4756 by November 3.
Press release, 20 Oct 2009
Jen Dwarte, Community Environment Network