Park walks planned

The National Parks and Wildlife Service have two walks near the Peninsula planned for the coming months, as part of its National Parks Discovery Walks, Talks and Tours.

The walks cover the areas of Pearl Beach, Hardys Bay and Killcare.

The Mini Beast Hunt will be held at Pearl Beach on Thursday, December 28, and is suited to people four years and over.

The walk will showcase the natural biodiversity of the area.

Participants will visit waterfalls and will get to dip net for "mini beasts" in the creeks and waterholes.

Participants will also have the chance to spot lyrebirds, brush turkeys and possibly koalas.

Walkers have been asked to bring walk shoes, snacks, water, sun, insect and weather protection and clothing that may get wet.

The group will meet opposite the Pearl Beach shop, near the public toilets.

The walk starts at 9.30am and finishes at 11am.

The cost is $5 and bookings must be made by 12pm on Friday, December 22, on 4320 4205.

The second walk will take place on Saturday, January 13, at Hardys Bay.

Participants will experience an early morning walk in Bouddi National Park on the circular walk from Hardys Bay along Daleys Point Ridge to Daleys Point, Rileys Bay and Hardys Bay.

The walk offers extensive views over Brisbane Water walking mainly on fire trails and well defined tracks.

Participants have been asked to meet at the picnic area opposite the intersection of Killcare Rd and Araluen Dr, Hardys Bay.

The walk begins at 7.30am and finishes at 11am.

The cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children or there is a family special being $20 for a group of two adults and two children.

Participants have been asked to bring sturdy walk shoes, water, snacks and weather and sun protection.

Those interested in taking part must book by 12pm on the Friday before the walk, on 4320 4205.

Newsletter, December 6 National Parks and Wildlife Service