Watergum

Feral Deer Field Work
2022-06-25 09:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Nerang National Park, Nerang, Nerang, QLD 4211, Nerang, 4211, AU
Join us in the field to learn how to recognise deer damage in the environment and how to conduct your own deer monitoring

Although seldom seen, feral deer populations are increasing in the Gold Coast region and so is the extent of their damage to natural areas.
With help from the community, we can get a better understanding of which areas are being most impacted by feral deer.
This friendly morning session will teach you how to recognise evidence of feral deer in the environment and how to conduct your own monitoring in your local area.

Itinerary
9:00am – 9:30am – Introduction to feral deer and how to monitor feral deer yourselves
9:30am-10:15am – Guided walk to learn how to recognise evidence of feral deer and how to log your route and observations
10:15am – 10:45am – Morning Tea
10:45am – 11:30am – A chance to put your skills to the test, conduct your own Deer Walk and log your route and observations
11:30 – 12:00am – Regroup and compare our findings

We will also have Jacob White, one of our BioBlitz survey leaders along for the morning to conduct a botany survey of the area, which anyone is welcome to join. This vegetation assessment will help us to understand how deer are impacting local biodiversity.

Kit List
Enclosed, sturdy shoes
Long sleeves and long pants
Hat and sunglasses
Insect repellant and sun block
Drinking water
Binoculars
Smart phone (if you have one, it’s fine if you don’t) with the ‘All Trails’ app and the ‘Feral Scan’ app downloaded

Additional details and the exact location of the session will be emailed to you a week prior to the event.

We look forward to seeing you all in the field!

If you feel unwell, please stay home.

Waterbugs - Tallebudgera
2022-07-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Tallebudgera, Lion's park 53 Syndicate Rd, Tallebudgera, QLD 4228, Tallebudgera, 4228, AU
Water Bugs & Water Quality Testing

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!

You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not. The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!

Coordinated by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast and Logan City Council. The Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Coomera River Catchment Group, Nerang River Keepers and Austinville Landcare.

What to bring

*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.

*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves

*Towel

*Lots of drinking water

*Glasses/contact lenses

*Pen/pencil

Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.

Website: www.watergum.org

Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org

Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

Waterbugs – Currumbin
2022-07-10 09:00 - 11:00, 2022-10-16 08:00 - 10:00 | Long Tan Park, Long Tan Park, Currumbin Valley, QLD 4223, Currumbin Valley, 4223, AU
Waterbugs – Currumbin

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!

You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not. The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!

Coordinated by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast and Logan City Council. The Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Coomera River Catchment Group, Nerang River Keepers and Austinville Landcare.

What to bring

*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.

*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves

*Towel

*Lots of drinking water

*Glasses/contact lenses

*Pen/pencil

Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.

Website: www.watergum.org

Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org

Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

POSTPONED!! Linking Springbrook and Lamington National Park
2022-07-30 08:00 - 10:00 | 2804 Nerang Murwillumbah Rd, 2804 Nerang Murwillumbah Road, Natural Bridge, QLD 4211, Natural Bridge, 4211, AU
Tree planting to continue the Gold Coast Biggest Tree Planting Day efforts and help link Springbrook NP with Lamington NP.

The Numinbah Valley Environmental Education Centre P&C (NVEEC P&C) is excited to continue their Landcare Led Bushfire Recovery grant 2021/22 project in April with another monthly community field day.
Our field days are about members and community volunteers coming together to work in one of our key restoration zones in the Numinbah Valley. If you’re looking to get active and do something positive for the local environment why not join in to help us plant 800+ native plants?!
Afterwards, everyone is welcome to stay and enjoy a cuppa which includes our famous morning tea!
This month we have special guest Watergum conduct more Waterbug water quality testing on the Nerang River. Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in valuable citizen science on the Gold Coast’s water supply.
Children are welcome to attend, they must be supervised by an adult at all times to ensure their safety and quality of work is maintained e.g. plants correctly planted and watered as per instructions.
Please bring a water bottle and wear appropriate clothing for working in the bush- including enclosed footwear
Please register for COVID-19 compliance.
Address: 2804 Nerang Murwillumbah Rd Numinbah Valley QLD 4211
Parking: Look out for signs. Drive through paddock gate and follow trail to cleared parking area. More instructions upon registration.
The Landcare Led Bushfire Recovery project has been supported by the Australian Government’s Bushfire Recovery Program for Wildlife and their Habitat.

Waterbugs - Austinville
2022-07-31 08:00 - 10:00 | 965 Austinville Rd, 965 Austinville Road, Austinville, QLD 4213, Austinville, 4213, AU
Waterbug and Water Quality Survey

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!
You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not. The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!
Coordinated by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast (Catchment Management Unit), the Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Coomera River Catchment Group, Nerang River Keepers and Austinville Landcare.
We are heading out with the Austinville Crew! 965 Austinville Road, Austinville. Make your way to the end of the road and you will see all the cars. 8-10am.
What to bring
*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.
*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
*Towel
*Lots of drinking water
*Glasses/contact lenses
*Pen/pencil
Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.
Website: www.watergum.org
Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org
Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

Seagrass Survey – Kayak Adventure to Wavebreak Island Site 2
2022-08-10 11:00 - 14:00 | Wavebreak Island Site 2, Wavebreak Island, Gold Coast, QLD 4215, Gold Coast, 4215, AU
Seagrass Survey – Wavebreak Island Site 2

Seagrass is an important ecosystem engineer providing food and habitat for a diverse array of marine organisms, including turtles, dugongs and seahorses.
Globally, seagrass is disappearing at an alarming rate and it is vital that we monitor its condition here on the Gold Coast.
Watergum Seagrass is an established citizen science program in partnership with the City of Gold Coast, following globally standardised Seagrass-Watch scientific monitoring techniques.
Have fun, meet new people and improve your science skills by helping us to monitor seagrass meadows on the Gold Coast! Onsite training will be provided, however we ask that new volunteers complete our quick online course prior to attending their first event. You can find it here: www.watergum.org/online-classroom/
It is essential that you bring:
• Enclosed shoes, preferably hard soled wetsuit boots but old runners or dive boots are ok. They will get wet and muddy! Thongs, sandals and barefoot are not suitable and you will not be allowed to take part.
• Sun safe clothing, hat, sunglasses, sun cream and wind jacket
• Water and snacks
This program is hosted by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast.
For more information on Seagrass, go to: www.watergum.org/seagrass
seagrass@watergum.org
Please make sure you are aware of the current covid-19 distancing requirements and protocols.
LOCATION AND OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION WILL BE SENT ONE WEEK PRIOR VIA EMAIL UPON REGISTRATION.

Seagrass Survey – Kayak Adventure to Wavebreak Island Site 3
2022-08-11 12:00 - 15:00 | Wavebreak Island, Wavebreak Island, gold coast, QLD 4216, gold coast, 4216, AU
Seagrass Survey – Wavebreak Island Site 3

Seagrass is an important ecosystem engineer providing food and habitat for a diverse array of marine organisms, including turtles, dugongs and seahorses.
Globally, seagrass is disappearing at an alarming rate and it is vital that we monitor its condition here on the Gold Coast.
Watergum Seagrass is an established citizen science program in partnership with the City of Gold Coast, following globally standardised Seagrass-Watch scientific monitoring techniques.
Have fun, meet new people and improve your science skills by helping us to monitor seagrass meadows on the Gold Coast! Onsite training will be provided, however we ask that new volunteers complete our quick online course prior to attending their first event. You can find it here: www.watergum.org/online-classroom/
It is essential that you bring:
• Enclosed shoes, preferably hard soled wetsuit boots but old runners or dive boots are ok. They will get wet and muddy! Thongs, sandals and barefoot are not suitable and you will not be allowed to take part.
• Sun safe clothing, hat, sunglasses, sun cream and wind jacket
• Water and snacks
This program is hosted by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast.
For more information on Seagrass, go to: www.watergum.org/seagrass
seagrass@watergum.org
Please make sure you are aware of the current covid-19 distancing requirements and protocols.
LOCATION AND OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION WILL BE SENT ONE WEEK PRIOR VIA EMAIL UPON REGISTRATION.

Seagrass Survey - South Stradbroke Island Site 1
2022-08-12 12:15 - 16:00, 2022-09-09 11:15 - 14:45 | South Stradbroke Island, South Stradbroke Island, gold coast, QLD 4216, gold coast, 4216, AU
Seagrass Survey – South Stradbroke Island Site 1

Seagrass is an important ecosystem engineer providing food and habitat for a diverse array of marine organisms, including turtles, dugongs and seahorses.
Globally, seagrass is disappearing at an alarming rate and it is vital that we monitor its condition here on the Gold Coast.
Watergum Seagrass is an established citizen science program in partnership with the City of Gold Coast, following globally standardised Seagrass-Watch scientific monitoring techniques.
Have fun, meet new people and improve your science skills by helping us to monitor seagrass meadows on the Gold Coast! Onsite training will be provided, however we ask that new volunteers complete our quick online course prior to attending their first event. You can find it here: www.watergum.org/online-classroom/
It is essential that you bring:
• Enclosed shoes, preferably hard soled wetsuit boots but old runners or dive boots are ok. They will get wet and muddy! Thongs, sandals and barefoot are not suitable and you will not be allowed to take part.
• Sun safe clothing, hat, sunglasses, sun cream and wind jacket
• Water and snacks
This program is hosted by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast.
For more information on Seagrass, go to: www.watergum.org/seagrass
seagrass@watergum.org
Please make sure you are aware of the current covid-19 distancing requirements and protocols.
LOCATION AND OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION WILL BE SENT ONE WEEK PRIOR VIA EMAIL UPON REGISTRATION.

Seagrass Survey – South Stradbroke Island Site 2
2022-08-13 13:00 - 16:45, 2022-09-10 12:15 - 15:30 | South Stradbroke Island, South Stradbroke Island, gold coast, QLD 4216, gold coast, 4216, AU
Seagrass Survey – South Stradbroke Island Site 2

Seagrass is an important ecosystem engineer providing food and habitat for a diverse array of marine organisms, including turtles, dugongs and seahorses.
Globally, seagrass is disappearing at an alarming rate and it is vital that we monitor its condition here on the Gold Coast.
Watergum Seagrass is an established citizen science program in partnership with the City of Gold Coast, following globally standardised Seagrass-Watch scientific monitoring techniques.
Have fun, meet new people and improve your science skills by helping us to monitor seagrass meadows on the Gold Coast! Onsite training will be provided, however we ask that new volunteers complete our quick online course prior to attending their first event. You can find it here: www.watergum.org/online-classroom/
It is essential that you bring:
• Enclosed shoes, preferably hard soled wetsuit boots but old runners or dive boots are ok. They will get wet and muddy! Thongs, sandals and barefoot are not suitable and you will not be allowed to take part.
• Sun safe clothing, hat, sunglasses, sun cream and wind jacket
• Water and snacks
This program is hosted by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast.
For more information on Seagrass, go to: www.watergum.org/seagrass
seagrass@watergum.org
Please make sure you are aware of the current covid-19 distancing requirements and protocols.
LOCATION AND OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION WILL BE SENT ONE WEEK PRIOR VIA EMAIL UPON REGISTRATION.

Waterbugs Survey
2022-08-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Cedar Creek, 1 Chardon Bridge Road, Cedar Creek, QLD 4207, Cedar Creek, 4207, AU
Calling budding water investigators of all ages!

Join us for our Waterbugs Survey and learn how to be a clever water investigator using all sorts of special equipment.
You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs!
Using your detective skills, you will be encouraged to discover and identify the amazing creatures lurking under the surface. You will learn how to forage for waterbugs and to check out what else is hidden in our waterways.
Waterbugs are not only an important food source for many creatures, but they play a vital role in the health of our waterways. Some are very sensitive to pollution, so through monitoring their numbers and diversity we can keep track of how healthy our waterways are.
The data collected is nationally recognised and shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways.
Important information:

Sign up today, spaces are limited!
This event is suitable for children 6 and over – parental/guardian supervision required.
Please make sure you are aware of current COVID-19 restrictions.
For more information email watermonitoring@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org

The workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities Program and citizen science initiatives under the Albert River Vision.

Waterbugs Survey
2022-08-27 12:00 - 14:00 | Belivah Creek (near Alexander Watt Park), 28 Richland Drive, Bannockburn, QLD 4207, Bannockburn, 4207, AU

Seagrass Survey - Tallebudgera Creek
2022-08-27 13:15 - 16:15 | Tallebudgera Creek, Tallebudgera Drive, Burleigh Heads, QLD 4221, Burleigh Heads, 4221, AU
Seagrass Survey – Tallebudgera Creek

Seagrass is an important ecosystem engineer providing food and habitat for a diverse array of marine organisms, including turtles, dugongs and seahorses.
Globally, seagrass is disappearing at an alarming rate and it is vital that we monitor its condition here on the Gold Coast.
Watergum Seagrass is an established citizen science program in partnership with the City of Gold Coast, following globally standardised Seagrass-Watch scientific monitoring techniques.
Have fun, meet new people and improve your science skills by helping us to monitor seagrass meadows on the Gold Coast! Onsite training will be provided, however we ask that new volunteers complete our quick online course prior to attending their first event. You can find it here: www.watergum.org/online-classroom/
It is essential that you bring:
• Enclosed shoes, preferably hard soled wetsuit boots but old runners or dive boots are ok. They will get wet and muddy! Thongs, sandals and barefoot are not suitable and you will not be allowed to take part.
• Sun safe clothing, hat, sunglasses, sun cream and wind jacket
• Water and snacks
This program is hosted by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast.
More information will be sent upon registration. For more information on Seagrass, go to: www.watergum.org/seagrass
seagrass@watergum.org
Please make sure you are aware of the current covid-19 distancing requirements and protocols.
LOCATION AND OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION WILL BE SENT ONE WEEK PRIOR VIA EMAIL UPON REGISTRATION.

Seagrass Survey – Loders Creek
2022-08-28 13:45 - 16:45 | Loders Creek Boat Ramp, 174 Marine Parade, Labrador, QLD 4215, Labrador, 4215, AU
Seagrass Survey – Loders Creek

Seagrass is an important ecosystem engineer providing food and habitat for a diverse array of marine organisms, including turtles, dugongs and seahorses.
Globally, seagrass is disappearing at an alarming rate and it is vital that we monitor its condition here on the Gold Coast.
Watergum Seagrass is an established citizen science program in partnership with the City of Gold Coast, following globally standardised Seagrass-Watch scientific monitoring techniques.
Have fun, meet new people and improve your science skills by helping us to monitor seagrass meadows on the Gold Coast! Onsite training will be provided, however we ask that new volunteers complete our quick online course prior to attending their first event. You can find it here: www.watergum.org/online-classroom/
It is essential that you bring:
• Enclosed shoes, preferably hard soled wetsuit boots but old runners or dive boots are ok. They will get wet and muddy! Thongs, sandals and barefoot are not suitable and you will not be allowed to take part.
• Sun safe clothing, hat, sunglasses, sun cream and wind jacket
• Water and snacks
This program is hosted by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast.
More information will be sent upon registration. For more information on Seagrass, go to: www.watergum.org/seagrass
seagrass@watergum.org
Please make sure you are aware of the current covid-19 distancing requirements and protocols.
LOCATION AND OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION WILL BE SENT ONE WEEK PRIOR VIA EMAIL UPON REGISTRATION.

Gold Coast Mini BioBlitzes - Austinville
2022-09-02 12:30 - 21:30 | Mount Nimmel Hall, 237 Austinville Rd, Austinville, QLD 4213, Austinville, 4213, AU
GC Mini BioBlitzes. Discover the hidden creatures of the Gold Coast Hinterland!

We are very excited to announce our first round of Gold Coast Mini BioBlitzes! This is an opportunity for those to trial and see what it would be like to attend our main BioBlitz in November, as well as for those who are unable to attend.
The GC Mini BioBlitzes span over half a day with three seperate events to attend.
If you have an interest in the hinterland and its fascinating plants and creatures, this is the event for you. Spend half a day in Austinville with the family and/or friends as there will be something to do for everyone!
Book in and enjoy an afternoon or evening of flora and fauna research! Starting off with a Welcome to Country from the Kombumerri Rangers and cultural burning practices. Then going into the afternoon with a Botany survey with Paul Donatiu and into the evening of Nightspotting with Damien White & Narelle Power.
Upon registration you will receive event details and location.
12:30PM-2PM Welcome to Country and Presentation by Kombumerri Rangers
2:30PM-5:30PM Botany talk and survey by Paul Donatiu
6:30PM-9:30PM Nonturnal animal talk and survey by Damien White and Narelle Power

https://watergum.org/gold-coast-mini-bioblitzes/

Gold Coast Mini BioBlitzes - Springbrook
2022-09-17 12:30 - 21:30 | Springbrook Community Hall, 11 Carricks Road #3, Springbrook, QLD 4213, Springbrook, 4213, AU
GC Mini BioBlitzes. Discover the hidden creatures of the Gold Coast Hinterland!

We are very excited to announce our first round of Gold Coast Mini BioBlitzes! This is an opportunity for those to trial and see what it would be like to attend our main BioBlitz in November, as well as for those who are unable to attend.
The GC Mini BioBlitzes span over half a day with three seperate events to attend.
If you have an interest in the hinterland and its fascinating plants and creatures, this is the event for you. Spend half a day in Springbrook with the family and/or friends as there will be something to do for everyone!
Book in and enjoy an afternoon or evening of flora and fauna research! Starting off with a Wildlife Photography workshop with Isaac Wishart, then going into the afternoon with a Moss Survey with Andrew Franks and an evening of Nightspotting with Jai Randhawa and Emily Boyss. Upon registration you will receive event details and location.
12:30PM-2PM Wildlife Photography workshop by Isaac Wishart
2:30PM-5:00PM Moss talk and survey by Andrew Franks
6:30PM-9:30PM Nightspotting talk and survey by Jai Randhawa and Emily Boyss

https://watergum.org/gold-coast-mini-bioblitzes/

Waterbugs - Austinville
2022-09-25 08:00 - 10:00 | 621 Austinville Rd, 621 Austinville Road, Austinville, QLD 4213, Austinville, 4213, AU
Waterbug and Water Quality Survey

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!
You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not. The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!
Coordinated by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast (Catchment Management Unit), the Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Coomera River Catchment Group, Nerang River Keepers and Austinville Landcare.
We are heading out with the Austinville Crew! 621 Austinville Road, Austinville. Make your way to the end of the road and you will see all the cars. 8-10am.
What to bring
*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.
*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
*Towel
*Lots of drinking water
*Glasses/contact lenses
*Pen/pencil
Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.
Website: www.watergum.org
Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org
Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

Watergum Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping & Info Session - Gold Coast
2022-09-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Nerang Bicentennial Community Centre, 833 Southport Nerang Rd, Gold Coast, QLD 4211, Gold Coast, 4211, AU
Watergum Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping & Info Session – Gold Coast

Get ready for this cane toad season!
Watergum has partnered with City of Gold Coast to bring cane toad control to Gold Coast residents this season.
Trap tadpoles by the thousand and learn how to rid your properties of toads to contribute to neighbourhood eradication of this dangerous pest.
Cane toads are highly toxic at every life stage presenting significant danger to pets, wildlife and agriculture. The plague is spreading at an alarming rate and we need to work together to reduce their numbers and reclaim our properties and natural areas.
Join us on Wednesday, September 28th at the Nerang Bicentennial Community Centre to learn how to trap tadpoles on your properties, how to toad-proof your water-bodies and more.
Learn all about our new and improved tadpole traps that will be available to purchase very soon!
Enjoy some complimentary food and beverages while you sit back and listen to the presentation.

Spaces are limited so please REGISTER!
Let’s make a difference, let’s impact cane toads!

Waterbugs Survey - Cedar Creek
2022-10-01 09:00 - 11:00, 2022-11-05 09:00 - 11:00 | Cedar Creek, 1 Chardon Bridge Road, Cedar Creek, QLD 4207, Cedar Creek, 4207, AU
Calling budding water investigators of all ages!

Join us for our Waterbugs Survey and learn how to be a clever water investigator using all sorts of special equipment. You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs!
Using your detective skills, you will be encouraged to discover and identify the amazing creatures lurking under the surface. You will learn how to forage for waterbugs and to check out what else is hidden in our waterways.
Waterbugs are not only an important food source for many creatures, but they play a vital role in the health of our waterways. Some are very sensitive to pollution, so through monitoring their numbers and diversity we can keep track of how healthy our waterways are.
The data collected is nationally recognised and shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways.
Important information:

Sign up today, spaces are limited!
This event is suitable for children 6 and over – parental/guardian supervision required.
Please make sure you are aware of the current COVID-19 restrictions and do not attend if you are displaying COVID-19 or cold/flu symptoms, no matter how mild.
If you can no longer attend, please cancel your booking via Eventbrite to free up your place to those who are on the waiting list. Alternatively, contact the Councils Environment Team on (07) 3412 4491 or environment@logan.qld.gov.au.
For more information email watermonitoring@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org

The workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities Program and citizen science initiatives under the Albert River Vision.

Waterbugs – Guanaba
2022-10-02 08:00 - 10:00 | Guanaba Reserve, 33 Tarata Road, Guanaba, QLD 4210, Guanaba, 4210, AU
Waterbugs – Guanaba

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!

You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not. The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!

Coordinated by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast and Logan City Council. The Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Coomera River Catchment Group, Nerang River Keepers and Austinville Landcare.

What to bring

*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.

*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves

*Towel

*Lots of drinking water

*Glasses/contact lenses

*Pen/pencil

Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.

Website: www.watergum.org

Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org

Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

Scenic Rim BioBlitz - Black Rock Rd
2022-10-07 10:00 - 2022-10-08 22:00 | end of Black Rock Road, private property, Black Rock Road, Coochin, QLD 4310, Coochin, 4310, AU
Join the experts and enjoy a weekend of exploration in nature on Stenzel – Black Rock property.

Join the Scenic Rim Regional Council (Land for Wildlife) on guided walks on private property on Black Rock Road in Coochin. The Stenzel family has always had a keen interest in wildlife and the current owners maintain detailed records of flora and fauna. Quite a number of flora surveys have been conducted over the last 35 years, and expert botanists regularly visit the property.
Be part of the BioBlitz in 2022 by getting involved this October! This event is for everyone, no matter what your level of expertise is.
The purpose of this event is to highlight both the immense biodiversity spread across the Scenic Rim, as well as to engage the public in science and nature learning using the citizen science platform iNaturalist. You can add all your data into the Scenic Rim project to share what you have found as well as see what other participants found in their area!
This will be a fun and educational activity where you will be able to enhance your knowledge and connect with fellow nature lovers and experts in the field.
The surveys are quite intensive, therefore, please make sure that you book surveys appropriately so that others can join the BioBlitz too. Some surveys run at the same time so you will have to choose when registering what survey you would like to join as unfortunately, you can’t join all surveys!
FRIDAY SCHEDULE
1. Butterfly survey: 10AM – 1PM
Lead by Davina Patterson
2. Bird Call workshop: 1:30PM – 3PM
Lead by Deb Metters
3. Bat Ecology presentation : 3PM – 4PM
Presented by Scott Burnett
4. Nightspotting survey: 7PM – 10PM
Lead by Isaac Wishart
5. Bat survey: 7PM – 10PM
Lead by Scott Burnett

SATURDAY SCHEDULE
1. Bird Survey: 7AM – 10AM
Lead by Deb Metters
2. Fungi survey: 10AM – 1PM
Lead by Sam Quixley
3. Botany survey: 2PM – 5PM
Lead by Glenn Leiper
4. Botany survey: 2PM – 5PM
Lead by Bill McDonald
5. Nightspotting survey: 7PM – 10PM
Lead by Isaac Wishart
6. Frogs & Cane toads: 7PM – 10PM
Lead by Brett Malcom & Emily Vincent

What to bring:
BYO smartphone, sun protection & binoculars. Please wear comfortable closed-in shoes and long sleeves/pants. Be prepared and bring adequate water and food. This event is suitable for people with moderate fitness.
All you need to do to contribute:
• Download the iNaturalist application to your handheld device or make an account on your computer
• Join the Scenic Rim project (go to more, projects, Great Southern BioBlitz – Scenic Rim)
• Make observations over the collection period to add to our count
Scenic Rim will provide light refreshments after the survey.

To keep up to date, follow:
https://www.scenicrim.qld.gov.au/
https://www.facebook.com/ScenicRimRC

Please do not attend if you have Covid19 symptoms.
This program is hosted by Scenic Rim Regional Council & supported by Watergum.
Thanks to the Stenzel family for hosting the event at your property.

Waterbugs Survey - Belivah Creek
2022-10-22 09:00 - 11:00 | Belivah Creek (near Alexander Watt Park), 28 Richland Drive, Bannockburn, QLD 4207, Bannockburn, 4207, AU

Waterway Fun with Watergum - Kids Workshop
2022-10-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Gould Adams Community Centre, 558 Kingston Road, Kingston, QLD 4114, Kingston, 4114, AU
Join us for a fun-packed and interactive workshop where kids will learn all about waterways and waterbugs!

Come along to discover more about our waterways and the hundreds of different species of waterbugs that call them home! This is a hands-on session that we know kids (and adults) will thoroughly enjoy.
Kids will become scientist as they forage and discover waterbugs from river and creek samples. They’ll be using all sorts of special equipment to learn how to collect and identify these important insects.
Waterbugs play a vital role in our waterways and their diversity helps us understand the health of local rivers and creeks. They’re also an important food source for many creatures, including the platypus!
Important information:

Registrations required for children only. Places are limited.
Suitable for ages 5 years and older – parent/guardian supervision required.
Please make sure you are aware of the current COVID-19 restrictions and do not attend if you are displaying COVID-19 or cold/flu symptoms, no matter how mild.
If you can no longer attend, please cancel your booking via Eventbrite to free up your place to those who are on the waiting list. Alternatively, contact the Councils Environment Team on (07) 3412 4491 or environment@logan.qld.gov.au.
For more information email info@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org

The workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities program and Citizen Science initiatives.

Waterbugs – Country Paradise Parklands
2022-10-23 08:00 - 10:00 | Country Paradise Parklands, 231 Beaudesert Nerang Rd, Nerang, QLD 4211, Nerang, 4211, AU
Waterbugs – Crane Creek

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!
You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not. The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!
Coordinated by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast and Logan City Council. The Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Nerang River Keepers and Austinville Landcare.
What to bring
*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.
*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
*Towel
*Lots of drinking water
*Glasses/contact lenses
*Pen/pencil
Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.
Website: www.watergum.org
Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org
Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

Waterbugs - Tallebudgera
2022-10-29 08:00 - 10:00 | Tallebudgera, Lion's park 53 Syndicate Rd, Tallebudgera, QLD 4228, Tallebudgera, 4228, AU
Water Bugs & Water Quality Testing

Learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs!
You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! Some of these waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution and so through their presence or absence, we are able to determine whether a particular waterway is healthy or not. The data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. Collecting and identifying these waterbugs also happens to be a whole heap of fun!
Coordinated by Watergum and supported by the City of Gold Coast and Logan City Council. The Water Quality Monitoring program is a collaborative effort between Gecko, Nerang River Keepers and Austinville Landcare.
What to bring
*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns.
*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen, wide-brimmed hat, long sleeves
*Towel
*Lots of drinking water
*Glasses/contact lenses
*Pen/pencil
Please make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels.
Website: www.watergum.org
Email: watermonitoring@watergum.org
Please make sure that you’re aware of current covid-19 restrictions: https://www.qld.gov.au/health/conditions/health-alerts/coronavirus-covid-19

Waterbugs - Coomera River
2022-10-30 08:00 - 10:00 | Riverstone Crossing Reserve, 94 Riverstone Crossing, Maudsland, QLD 4210, Maudsland, 4210, AU

Gainsborough Greens BioBlitz
2022-11-05 06:30 - 22:30 | Bim’bimba Park, Bim'bimba Park 188 Gainsborough Drive, Pimpama, QLD 4209, Pimpama, 4209, AU
A Gold Coast BioBlitz. Discover your local fauna & flora right here in Gainsborough Greens!

We are very excited to announce the Gainsborough Greens Mini BioBlitz! This is an opportunity for residents to attend a BioBlitz in November and if you like it come to some of our others.
If you have an interest in nature and all the fascinating plants and creatures, this is the event for you. Spend the day exploring the conservation areas that surround your neighbourhood with family and/or friends as there will be something to do for everyone!
Book in and enjoy a morning, afternoon or evening of flora and fauna research with expert survey leaders. They’ll be showing you the intricate natural features of your neighbourhood and sharing their expertise in each of their own field ! Starting off in the morning with Bird Surveys by Jai Rhandhawa and Emily Boys (Wildlife Photographers), Lyndsey Kershaw (Wildlife Educator), Nadya Lees (Senior Wildife Ecologist), then choices between a Koala Survey by Natalie McLeod (Koala Researcher), Botany Survey by Clay Stokoe (Gainsborough Greens Original Botanist)and a kid friendly Frog Hotel building workshop by Watergum (Environmental Community Organisation). A sausage sizzle for lunch will be provided by Mirvac before the afternoon’s activities.
Then, post lunch there’s choices between two Botany Surveys. First, by Jacob White (Botanist) and Andrew Scanlon (Bush Regenerator) then secondly Jaiden Johnston-Bates, another more in depth Koala Survey by Natalie McLeod (Koala Researcher), a kid friendly Hollow Homes workshop by Watergum leading into the Wildlife Show by Wild Rangers who will have a multitude of native wildlife to see, touch and appreciate, don’t miss this.
A dinner break will be followed by the nightime activities including choices between a Frog Survey by Brett Malcolm (Frog Expert), Nightspotting by Jai Rhandhawa and Emily Boys (Wildlife Photographers), Nightspotting by Lyndsey Kershaw (Wildlife Educator) and a kid friendly Toad Busting workshop by Watergum (Environmental Community Organisation).

IMPORTANT NOTE: Long pants and closed in shoes are a mandatory requirement to participate in these event.

Upon registration you will receive event details and location in event reminder emails.
7:00AM-9:45AM Bird Survey (1) by Jai Randhawa and Emily Boyss
7:15AM-10:00AM Bird Survey (2) by Lyndsey Kershaw
7:30AM-10:15AM Bird Survey (3) by Nadya Lees
10:00AM-11:00AM Koala Survey (1) by Natalie McLeod
10:15AM-12:00PM Botany Survey (1) by Clay Stokoe
10:00AM-11:00PM Frog Hotel Workshop by Watergum (Kid friendly)

LUNCH BREAK (Sausage sizzle by Mirvac)

1:00PM-2:45PM Botany Survey (2) by Jacob White & Andrew Scanlon
1:15PM-3:00PM Botany Survey (3) by Jaiden Johnston-Bates
1:30PM-3:15PM Koala Survey (2) by Natalie McLeod
1:00PM-2:00PM Hollow Homes Workshop by Watergum (Kid friendly)
2:00PM-3:30PM Wildlife Show by Wild Rangers

DINNER BREAK

6:45PM-9:15PM Frog Survey by Brett Malcolm
6:30PM-9:00PM Nightspotting (1) by Jai Randhawa and Emily Boyss
7:00PM-9:30PM Nightspotting (2) by Lyndsey Kershaw
6:30PM-9:00PM Nightspotting (3) by Watergum

Watergum Community

This event is funded by Mirvac
