Platypus Education and Induction Session
2022-02-22 18:00 - 19:45 (Australia/Brisbane) | Logan West Library, 69 Grand Plaza Drive, Browns Plains, QLD 4118, Browns Plains, 4118, AU
Would you like to learn more about one of Australia’s most iconic species?

Would you like to become a surveyor for Watergum’s PlatypusWatch and help to monitor wild platypus populations?
Come along and we will teach you everything you need to know about this unique species, then those who want to can enrol onto our PlatypusWatch survey program.
The topics we will cover are:

Platypus history
The unique biology of the platypus
Life cycle and breeding
Food and habitat
Threats to platypus
Watergum’s PlatypusWatch survey program.

Watergum’s PlatypusWatch is a citizen science program that has monitored platypus populations on the Gold Coast and in Logan for the past 12 years. Community volunteers help to collect vital data on platypus populations and habitat by going out into the environment to search for platypus, with all sightings and observations being reported to council and added to national databases.
Now more than ever, our local platypus need your help. With increased urbanisation and natural disasters, platypus populations are under threat. With your help we can monitor family groups and help ensure their survival for future generations.
For more information email watermonitoring@watergum.org and visit 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.
Please make sure you are aware of the current Covid-19 restrictions.

POSTPONED - Watergum Community Cane Toad Busting - Kingscliff
2022-02-28 19:30 - 21:30
Watergum Community Cane Toad Busting – Tweed Shire

Come along and work together with your community to control cane toads!
Cane toads are highly toxic 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.
This session will be taking place in Kingscliff, the location will be sent to you in the reminder emails once you register your place.
We will welcome you with an educational session that covers everything you need to know about cane toads. Then we will split into groups and compete to clear the area of cane toads.
Once you are back we will count all the toads and a prize will be giving to the group who collects the most!
This is a great activity for the whole family. The skills you acquire can be put into use on your own properties, reclaim your gardens from cane toads!
Some equipment is provided but we suggest you bring your own bucket with a lid, gloves, torch and pick-up stick (optional). Please wear enclosed shoes as this is an outdoor event.
So come along if you’d like to work together with your community to help bust cane toads and protect our environment!
Let’s make a difference, let’s impact cane toads!
Please ensure that you are aware of current Covid-19 restrictions and if you feel unwell, please cancel your registration and stay at home.
For more information contact canetoads@watergum.org

POSTPONED - PlatypusWatch Gold Coast - Education & Induction Session
2022-03-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Mount Nimmel Hall, 237 Austinville Rd, Austinville, QLD 4213, Austinville, 4213, AU
PlatypusWatch Gold Coast – Education & Induction Session

Would you like to become a surveyor for Watergum’s PlatypusWatch and help to monitor wild platypus populations?
Come along and we will teach you everything you need to know about this unique species, then those who want to can enrol onto our PlatypusWatch survey program.
The topics we will cover are:

Platypus history
The unique biology of the platypus
Life cycle and breeding
Food and habitat
Threats to platypus
Watergum’s PlatypusWatch survey program.

Watergum’s PlatypusWatch is a citizen science program that has monitored platypus populations on the Gold Coast and in Logan for the past 12 years. Community volunteers help to collect vital data on platypus populations and habitat by going out into the environment to search for platypus, with all sightings and observations being reported to council and added to national databases.
Now more than ever, our local platypus need your help. With increased urbanisation and natural disasters, platypus populations are under threat. With your help we can monitor family groups and help ensure their survival for future generations.
For more information email platypus@watergum.org and visit the website: www.watergum.org
The workshop is sponsored by the City of Gold Coast.
Please make sure you are aware of the current Covid-19 restrictions.

Cane Toad Busting
2022-03-10 18:15 - 20:15 | Greenbank (venue to be advised on registration), To be advised, Greenbank, QLD 4124, Greenbank, 4124, AU
Impact cane toads through toad-busting! Learn everything you need to know about cane toads and how get rid of them in your own backyard.

Bring the family along to learn about these pests and their impact on native wildlife and compete for prizes!
Participants will be introduced to a revolutionary new method of cane toad control that uses the toad’s own toxins against them. Lures made from toxic cane toad glands tempt tadpoles into traps that can catch upwards of 4000 in one go!
In 1935, 102 cane toads were brought to Queensland in an attempt to control cane beetles which were decimating crops. The toads proved completely ineffective at controlling cane beetles but their enormous appetites and staggering breeding capabilities (females cane produce up to 70,000 eggs a year!) meant they quickly monopolised habitat and food resources to the detriment of native species. They are now well established in 4 states and their numbers exceed 2 billion.
Cane toads present a serious threat to native species and to pets and it is important that we band together as a community and start impacting cane toads before they spread any further.
Logan has partnered up with Watergum so we can play our part in reducing cane toad numbers and provide a safer environment for our native species. Come along to make a difference!
Please bring a bucket (ideally with a lid), enclosed shoes, rubber gloves, torch, and if you have one/want one, a litter picker.
The event will be outdoors after dark so dress for the conditions and be aware of your surroundings. Very young children may not be suited to the activities.
Please ensure you are signed in and present by 5.30 pm.
Ages: Family friendly
The workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities Program and citizen science initiatives.
Please visit logan.qld.gov.au/environmentalevents for a complete listing of all environmental events and activities run by Logan City Council.
Due to COVID-19, for the safety of event attendees, if you fall into any of the below categories please do not attend the event if :

you have been overseas in the last 14 days prior to the event,
unwell or have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue or shortness of breath,
you have been in close contact with a person who is positive for COVID-19.

Please maintain 1.5 metres physical distancing during the event.

POSTPONED - Watergum Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping & Info Session - Gold Coast
2022-03-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Carrara Community Centre, Nielsens Road, Carrara, QLD 4211, Carrara, 4211, AU
Watergum Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping & Info Session – Gold Coast

Watergum’s Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping program is coming to the Gold Coast!
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 Saturday, 12th of March at Carrara 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!
Have a cup of coffee or tea and some biscuits while you learn all things cane toad control.
Spaces are limited so please REGISTER!
Let’s make a difference, let’s impact cane toads!
Covid-19 restrictions
Please ensure that you are aware of current Covid-19 restrictions and if you feel unwell, please cancel your registration and stay at home.

Watergum Community Cane Toad Busting - Tweed POSTPONED
2022-03-24 18:45 - 20:45 | Tweed Heads West, Tweed Heads West, Tweed, NSW 2485, Tweed, 2485, AU
Watergum Community Cane Toad Busting – Tweed Shire

Come along and work together with your community to control cane toads!
We know times for many have been very tough lately for the Tweed Shire community and everyone’s been working hard to clean up and get back on their feet.
If you’re looking for an activity to take a break and spend an hour or two in the environment and connect with like minded people then you’re invited to come along to our next cane toad busting session on Thursday March 24th.
Cane toad numbers have exploded with the influx of waterbodies and they are still breeding rapidly during the end of this toad season. Many of our native wildlife have been displaced from the recent events and we can give them a helping hand by removing cane toads from the environment.
This session will be taking place in Tweed Heads West, the location will be sent to you in the reminder emails once you register your place.
We will welcome you with an educational session that covers everything you need to know about cane toads. Then we will split into groups and compete to clear the area of cane toads.
Once you are back we will count all the toads and a prize will be giving to the group who collects the most!
This is a great activity for the whole family. The skills you acquire can be put into use on your own properties, reclaim your gardens from cane toads!
Some equipment is provided but we suggest you bring your own bucket with a lid, gloves, torch and pick-up stick (optional). Please wear enclosed shoes as this is an outdoor event.
So come along to this toad busting session if you’d like to take a break in the environment during this stressful time.
Let’s make a difference, let’s impact cane toads!
Please ensure that you are aware of current Covid-19 restrictions and if you feel unwell, please cancel your registration and stay at home.
For more information contact canetoads@watergum.org

Talking Cane Toads and Frogs
2022-04-02 09:00 - 11:30 | IndigiScapes Centre, 17 Runnymede Road, Capalaba, QLD 4157, Capalaba, 4157, AU
Are cane toads a problem in your backyard?

Redland City Council’s Environment and Education Team in conjunction with Watergum are talking toads at our first Eco Market this year. There are two sessions – 9am and 10.30am
Talking Cane Toads and Frogs will cover:

The history of cane toads
How cane toads affect native frogs and other wildlife
The easiest way to differentiate between cane toads and local native frogs throughout their life stages.

Note: This is activity is held indoors in our theatrette/conference room so anyone 16 years or over will be required to be fully vaccinated to attend. For our more information on our COVID Safe requirements please visit our website.
These sessions will be followed by practical toad catching evenings on 8 April Capalaba Regional Park and 9 April at Mt Cotton Community Park.
Please note: This is a family friendly event and is suitable for children five years and over. Children must be supervised by their parent/guardian.

Photo credit: Wallum Sedgefrog by Erica Siegel

Watergum Community Cane Toad Busting - Kingscliff
2022-04-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Kingscliff, Kingscliff, Tweed Shire, NSW 2487, Tweed Shire, 2487, AU
Watergum Community Cane Toad Busting – Kingscliff

Come along and work together with your community to control cane toads!
We know times for many have been very tough lately for the Tweed Shire community and everyone’s been working hard to clean up and get back on their feet.
If you’re looking for an activity to take a break and spend an hour or two in the environment and connect with like minded people then you’re invited to come along to our next cane toad busting session on Tuesday, April 5th.
Cane toad numbers have exploded with the influx of waterbodies and they are still breeding rapidly during the end of this toad season. Many of our native wildlife have been displaced from the recent events and we can give them a helping hand by removing cane toads from the environment.
This session will be taking place in Kingscliff, the location will be sent to you in the reminder emails once you register your place.
We will welcome you with an educational session that covers everything you need to know about cane toads. Then we will split into groups and compete to clear the area of cane toads.
Once you are back we will count all the toads and a prize will be giving to the group who collects the most!
This is a great activity for the whole family. The skills you acquire can be put into use on your own properties, reclaim your gardens from cane toads!
Some equipment is provided but we suggest you bring your own bucket with a lid, gloves, torch and pick-up stick (optional). Please wear enclosed shoes as this is an outdoor event.
So come along to this toad busting session if you’d like to take a break in the environment during this stressful time.
Let’s make a difference, let’s impact cane toads!
Please ensure that you are aware of current Covid-19 restrictions and if you feel unwell, please cancel your registration and stay at home.
For more information contact canetoads@watergum.org

Cane Toad Busting - Capalaba
2022-04-08 17:30 - 20:00 | Capalaba Regional Park, Pittwin Road North, Capalaba, QLD 4157, Capalaba, 4157, AU
Learn how to reduce the cane toad population in your area at this hands on, educational activity for the whole family.

Do you want to make a difference to local native wildlife and reduce the cane toad population? Join Redland City Council’s Environment and Education Team in conjunction with Watergum for this fun and informative evening.
You will learn all about our valued native frogs while hunting for one of Australia’s most unwanted pests, the cane toad.
By the end of the evening you will have the skills you need to manage cane toads in your own backyard.
Notes:

The meeting point at Capalaba Regional Park is 13 Pittwin Rd North, Capalaba.
Families are welcome but a parent/guardian must supervise children at all times.
This activity is suitable for children five years and over.
Bring your own: gloves, torch/headlight, bucket with lid, wet weather gear (if required) and your own water bottle. Pick-up stick/small pole net, optional.
We recommend you wear long sleeves and long pants.
This activity is for Redland City Council residents only.

Cane Toad Busting - Mt Cotton
2022-04-09 17:30 - 20:00 | Mount Cotton Community Park, 51- 63 Valley Way, Mount Cotton, QLD 4165, Mount Cotton, 4165, AU
Learn how to reduce the cane toad population in your area at this hands on, educational activity for the whole family.

Do you want to make a difference to local native wildlife and reduce the cane toad population? Join Redland City Council’s Environment and Education Team in conjunction with Watergum for this fun and informative evening.
You will learn all about our valued native frogs while hunting for one of Australia’s most unwanted pests, the cane toad.
By the end of the evening you will have the skills you need to manage cane toads in your own backyard.
Notes:

Mount Cotton Community Park is located at 51-63 Valley Way, Mount Cotton
Families are welcome but a parent/guardian must supervise children at all times.
This activity is suitable for children five years and over.
Bring your own: gloves, torch/headlight, bucket with lid, wet weather gear (if required) and your own water bottle. Pick-up stick/small pole net, optional.
We recommend you wear long sleeves and long pants.
This activity is for Redland City Council residents only.

Waterbugs - Tallebudgera
2022-04-10 09:00 - 11:00, 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

Watergum Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping & Info Session - Tweed Shire
2022-04-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Banora Point Community Centre, CNR Leisure and Woodlands drives, Banora Point, NSW 2486, Banora Point, 2486, AU
Watergum Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping & Info Session – Tweed Shire

Watergum’s Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping program is coming to Tweed Shire!
Watergum has partnered with Tweed Shire Council to bring cane toad control to Tweed Shire 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 Tuesday, 12th of April in Banora Point 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!
Have a cup of coffee or tea and some biscuits while you learn all things cane toad control.

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

Covid-19 restrictions
Please ensure that you are aware of current Covid-19 restrictions in NSW and if you feel unwell, please cancel your registration and stay at home.

Waterbugs Survey
2022-04-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Cedar Creek, TBA on registration, Cedar Creek, QLD 4207, Cedar Creek, 4207, AU
Calling all budding water investigators!

Come along to our Waterbugs Survey and learn how to be a clever water investigator.
You may not have noticed before, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs!
They are just waiting to be discovered and identified, using all sorts of special equipment.
Using your detective skills, you will be encouraged to 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 and rivers.
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!
Waterbugs play a vital role in the health of our waterways. They are an important food source for many creatures, including the platypus!
They also tell us how clean the water is as some waterbugs are very sensitive to pollution, so if they’re not present we know there’s a problem.
It is important that we monitor waterbug numbers and diversity to allow us to keep track of how healthy of waterways are.
This is a hands-on session that we know you will thoroughly enjoy.
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. 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.

Linking Springbrook and Lamington National Park
2022-04-23 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 – Currumbin
2022-04-24 09:00 - 11:00, 2022-07-10 09:00 - 11:00 | 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

Watergum Deer - Feral Deer Information Session
2022-04-26 19:00 - 20:30 | Mount Nimmel Hall, 237 Austinville Rd, Austinville, QLD 4213, Austinville, 4213, AU
Feral Deer Information Session

Help to monitor what is commonly described as Australia’s worst emerging pest species.
Feral deer numbers are rapidly increasing on the Gold Coast and we need help from the community to monitor their distribution and impacts.
In addition to impacting agriculture and presenting a danger to motorists, feral deer cause significant long term damage to the environment. Classed as ecosystem engineers, deer have the ability to entirely change landscapes through their behaviour, to the detriment of native species.
You can help to monitor feral deer by learning how to identify different species, how to recognise deer damage in the environment, and most importantly by logging your sightings!
To learn all about feral deer and to better understand the damage they cause, please come along to our community workshop where we will also explain how you can help to monitor feral deer and contribute to the preservation of the environment for our vulnerable native species.

Watergum Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping & Info Session - Gold Coast
2022-04-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Banora Point Community Centre, CNR Leisure and Woodlands drives, Banora Point, NSW 2486, Banora Point, 2486, AU
Watergum Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping & Info Session – Gold Coast

Watergum’s Cane Toad Tadpole Trapping program is coming to the Gold Coast!
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, 27th April at the Carrara 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!
Have a cup of coffee or tea and some biscuits while you learn all things cane toad control.

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

Covid-19 restrictions
Please ensure that you are aware of current Covid-19 restrictions in QLD and if you feel unwell, please cancel your registration and stay at home.

Waterbugs Survey
2022-04-30 09:00 - 11:00 | Slacks Creek, TBA on registration, Slacks Creek, QLD 4127, Slacks Creek, 4127, AU

Waterbugs Survey
2022-06-04 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 final 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 via Eventbrite, 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.

Feral Deer Field Work
2022-06-11 09:00 - 12:00, 2022-06-25 09:00 - 12:00 | 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.

Watergum Deer - Feral Deer Information Session
2022-06-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Nerang Bicentennial Centre, 833 Southport Nerang Rd, Nerang, QLD 4211, Nerang, 4211, AU
Feral Deer Information Session

Help to monitor what is commonly described as Australia’s worst emerging pest species.
Feral deer numbers are rapidly increasing on the Gold Coast and we need help from the community to monitor their distribution and impacts.
In addition to impacting agriculture and presenting a danger to motorists, feral deer cause significant long term damage to the environment. Classed as ecosystem engineers, deer have the ability to entirely change landscapes through their behaviour, to the detriment of native species.
You can help to monitor feral deer by learning how to identify different species, how to recognise deer damage in the environment, and most importantly by logging your sightings!
To learn all about feral deer and to better understand the damage they cause, please come along to our community workshop where we will also explain how you can help to monitor feral deer and contribute to the preservation of the environment for our vulnerable native species.
Please register for a ticket and additional detailed will be emailed to you a week prior to the event.

See you all soon!

If you feel unwell, please stay at home.

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

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 | 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 | 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.
