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SUMMARY:Waterbug Sampling – Currumbin
DESCRIPTION:Waterbug Sampling\n\n\nLearn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs! \nYou may not have noticed before\, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs. \nThis activity is suitable for both children and adults\, help us collect a sample and see which species we can find. \nSome 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. \nThe data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. \nWhat to bring \n*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns. \n*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves \n*Towel \n*Lots of drinking water \n*Glasses/contact lenses \n*Pen/pencil \nPlease make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels. \nWebsite: www.watergum.org \nEmail: watermonitoring@watergum.org \nWatergum’s Water Monitoring program is funded by City of Gold Coast
URL:https://watergum.org/event/waterbug-sampling-currumbin-4/
LOCATION:Long Tan Park\, Long Tan Park\, Currumbin Valley\, QLD 4223\, Currumbin Valley\, 4223\, AU
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240406T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240406T180000
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SUMMARY:Gold Coast Toad Busters - Thank You Party
DESCRIPTION:We’d like to say thank you to all our amazing Gold Coast toad busters with our end-of-season party!\n\n\nWe’d like to say thank you to all our amazing Gold Coast toad busters… \n \nJoin Watergum and City of Gold Coast for our end-of-season Toad Busters’ Thank You Party! \n \nAs we near the end of Cane Toad season\, we’d like to invite everyone that has participated in the Cane Toad Challenge throughout Gold Coast during the 2023/2024 season to celebrate. The hard-work is done and now it’s time to unwind and swap stories with your fellow toad busters. \n \nThe event will be running on Saturday the 6 April 2024 from 4pm-6pm (AEST) at Mudgeeraba RSL – 62 Railway Street\, Mudgeeraba. This is a free and family-friendly event! \n \nHow the event will run: \n \n1.) Watergum staff will meet you at the venue at 4pm. \n \n2.) We will begin the evening with a small presentation\, celebrating this season’s results as well as acknowledging some of our stand-out toad busters! \n \n3.) Watergum will be providing small food platters as well as have door prizes for giveaway throughout the night. \n \n4.) There will be a cost-bar available on the night\, for you to grab a drink and unwind with your fellow busters. \n \nWe can’t wait to see you all there and celebrate a fantastic toad busting season! \n \nSpaces are limited so please register to attend. \n \nIf you have any questions about the event\, please contact Watergum at canetoads@watergum.org or 0478 929 987.
URL:https://watergum.org/event/gold-coast-toad-busters-thank-you-party/
LOCATION:Mudgeeraba RSL\, 62 Railway Street\, Mudgeeraba\, QLD 4213\, Mudgeeraba\, 4213\, AU
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240408T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240408T110000
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SUMMARY:Hollow Hideaways: Building Possum Dreys
DESCRIPTION:Ready to learn all about native animals that live in our nature spaces and their hollow homes? \nMany Australian animals rely on hollows for homes and require different types of habitats to survive. \nAt this workshop you will create your own possum drey to take home for the wildlife that live in your backyard. \nIMPORTANT INFORMATION: \nRegistrations required for all attendees – spaces are limited!\nSuitable for ages 5 years and older – parent/guardian supervision required for under 18’s.\nIf 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.\nFor more information email info@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org\nThe workshop is delivered by Watergum as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities program and Citizen Science initiatives.
URL:https://watergum.org/event/hollow-hideaways-building-possum-dreys/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240409T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240409T100000
DTSTAMP:20231102T012125Z
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SUMMARY:Waterbug Sampling - Coomera River
DESCRIPTION:Water Bug Sampling\n\n\nLearn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs! \nYou may not have noticed before\, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! \nThis activity is suitable for both children and adults\, help us collect a sample and see which species we can find. \nSome 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. \nThe data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. \nWhat to bring \n*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns. \n*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves \n*Towel \n*Lots of drinking water \n*Glasses/contact lenses \n*Pen/pencil \nPlease make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels. \nWebsite: www.watergum.org \nEmail: watermonitoring@watergum.org \nWatergum’s Water Monitoring program is funded by City of Gold Coast
URL:https://watergum.org/event/waterbug-sampling-coomera-river-4/
LOCATION:Riverstone Crossing Reserve\, 94 Riverstone Crossing\, Maudsland\, QLD 4210\, Maudsland\, 4210\, AU
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240411T053000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240411T063000
DTSTAMP:20231207T013350Z
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SUMMARY:TurtleWalks with TurtleWatch at The Split
DESCRIPTION:Join a guided TurtleWalk with a TurtleWatch representative!\n\n\nJoin us for a refreshing morning TurtleWalk along the stunning Gold Coast beaches! This event isn’t just a stroll—it’s an opportunity to enhance your turtle knowledge and learn monitoring techniques crucial for our Gold Coast turtle population. \n \nGrab your morning coffee and enjoy a leisurely walk with like-minded individuals\, all while contributing to the well-being of our local turtles. Throughout the walk\, we’ll point out key indicators for turtle activity\, making it a delightful and educational experience. \n \nThe TurtleWalk will go through the following components of the program: \n\nGeneral turtle education\nTurtle ID and patterns\nHow to monitor turtle activity to collect data\nTurtle First Aid\nTurtleWatch Data entry\n\n \nTo participate\, kindly register to receive event details. If plans change\, please cancel in advance so we can offer your spot to another enthusiastic participant. \n \nThis event is proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast\, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.
URL:https://watergum.org/event/turtlewalks-with-turtlewatch-at-the-split/
LOCATION:Doug Jennings Park\, Seaworld Drive\, Main Beach\, QLD 4217\, Main Beach\, 4217\, AU
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240413T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240413T160000
DTSTAMP:20240304T022453Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Friendly Backyards
DESCRIPTION:Whether you have a bush block with lots of trees\, an urban backyard with shrubs and a pool\, or even a balcony with visiting birds\, this workshop will help you to make your outdoor spaces environmentally friendly so that they can help to support local wildlife populations. You will receive lots of useful information as well as having the opportunity to make some wildlife aids to take home with you.\nImportant information: \nRegistrations required for all attendees – spaces are limited!\nSuitable for ages 8 years and older – parent/guardian supervision required for under 18’s.\nThis event may be cancelled or postponed if the weather conditions aren’t suitable. We will notify you via text and email no later than 1 hour prior to the start of the event.\nIf 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.\nFor more information email info@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org\nThe workshop is delivered by Watergum and Wildcare as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities program and Citizen Science initiatives.
URL:https://watergum.org/event/wildlife-friendly-backyards-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240414T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240414T100000
DTSTAMP:20240327T005901Z
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SUMMARY:Waterbug Sampling - Tallebudgera
DESCRIPTION:Waterbug Sampling – Tallebudgera\n\n\nLearn how to assess the health of our waterways by sampling and collecting data on waterbug species. \nYou 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. \nThis activity is suitable for both children and adults of all ages. \nYou will learn how to collect waterbug samples correctly before collecting and identifying the different species. \nThe data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. \nWe sample waterbugs 4 times a year\, come along to your local sampling session every three months to see how the biodiversity changes with the seasons. \n \nWhat to bring \n*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without close-toe shoes due to safety concerns. \n*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves \n*Towel \n*Lots of drinking water \n \nPlease make sure to register to secure your place and receive event updates. \n \nIf we have to cancel this event due to weather concerns\, attendees will be notified via email. \n \nEmail: watermonitoring@watergum.org \nWebsite: www.watergum.org \n \nThis event is proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast\, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.
URL:https://watergum.org/event/waterbug-sampling-tallebudgera-3/
LOCATION:Tallebudgera\, Lion's park 53 Syndicate Rd\, Tallebudgera\, QLD 4228\, Tallebudgera\, 4228\, AU
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240420T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240420T100000
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SUMMARY:Waterbug Sampling - Coomera River
DESCRIPTION:Water Bug Sampling\n\n\nLearn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs! \nYou may not have noticed before\, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! \nT his activity is suitable for both children and adults\, help us collect a sample and see which species we can find. \nSome 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. \nThe data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. \nWhat to bring \n*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without shoes due to safety concerns. \n*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves \n*Towel \n*Lots of drinking water \n*Glasses/contact lenses \n*Pen/pencil \nPlease make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels. \nWebsite: www.watergum.org \nEmail: watermonitoring@watergum.org \nWatergum’s Water Monitoring program is funded by City of Gold Coast
URL:https://watergum.org/event/waterbug-sampling-coomera-river-8/
LOCATION:Riverstone Crossing Reserve\, 94 Riverstone Crossing\, Maudsland\, QLD 4210\, Maudsland\, 4210\, AU
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240421T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240421T100000
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SUMMARY:Waterbug Sampling - Guanaba
DESCRIPTION:Waterbug Sampling – Guanaba\n\n\nLearn how to assess the health of our waterways by sampling and collecting data on waterbug species. \nYou 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. \nThis activity is suitable for both children (age 5+) and adults. \nYou will learn how to collect waterbug samples correctly before collecting and identifying the different species. \nThe data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. \nWe sample waterbugs 4 times a year\, come along to your local sampling session every three months to see how the biodiversity changes with the seasons. \n \nWhere is it? \nGuanaba Creek\, 33 Tarata Road\, Guanaba \nGPS Co-Ordinates: -27.93784\, 153.25249 \n \nWhat to bring \n*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without close-toe shoes due to safety concerns. \n*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves \n*Towel \n*Lots of drinking water \n \nPlease make sure to register to secure your place and receive event updates. \n \nIf we have to cancel this event due to weather concerns\, attendees will be notified via email. \n \nEmail: watermonitoring@watergum.org \nWebsite: www.watergum.org \n \nThis event is proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast\, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.
URL:https://watergum.org/event/waterbug-sampling-guanaba-5/
LOCATION:Guanaba Reserve\, 33 Tarata Road\, Guanaba\, QLD 4210\, Guanaba\, 4210\, AU
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240427T110000
DTSTAMP:20240405T015745Z
CREATED:20240405T015745Z
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SUMMARY:Waterbug Sampling – Nerang
DESCRIPTION:Waterbug Sampling\n\n\nJoin Watergum as we sample the Nerang River for Waterbugs during project DAM. \nAward winning Queensland arts organisation\, SWELL Sculpture\, presents world renowned artists in an 11 day celebration of water\, connection to culture and community. Through the presentation of land art\, eco art experiences\, artist talks\, long table feast\, edible garden tours\, yoga\, bushwalks and more. Featuring artists Marcus Tatton\, Corrina Bonshek and Shannon Best showcasing major works\, WATERLINES is set to impress all who visit. 26 April to 5 May 2024\, Hinze Dam and surrounding Gold Coast Hinterland. \nFind out what’s on here: https://www.swellsculpture.com.au/swell-sculpture-waterlines \nDuring the survey you can learn how to assess the health of our waterways by foraging for waterbugs! \nYou may not have noticed before\, but our rivers and creeks are home to hundreds of different species of waterbugs! \nThis activity is suitable for both children and adults\, help us collect a sample and see which species we can find. \nSome 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. \nThe data collected is nationally recognised and is shared with our local councils to provide up to date information about the health of our waterways. \n \nWhat to bring \n*Gum boots/water shoes. No one will be permitted to enter the water without close-toe shoes due to safety concerns. \n*Sun protection: Natural non-polluting sunscreen\, wide-brimmed hat\, long sleeves \n*Towel \n*Lots of drinking water \n*Pen/pencil \n \nPlease make sure to register to get all the updates on locations and times! This program is suitable for all age levels. \n \nWebsite: www.watergum.org \nEmail: watermonitoring@watergum.org \n \nThis event is proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast\, Catchment and Citizen Science Grants Program.
URL:https://watergum.org/event/waterbug-sampling-nerang-4/
LOCATION:71 Teasdale Dr\, 71Teasdale Drive\, Nerang\, QLD 4211\, Nerang\, 4211\, AU
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240427T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240427T230000
DTSTAMP:20240403T234741Z
CREATED:20240304T022703Z
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge: Guided Walk
DESCRIPTION:The City Nature Challenge is an annual event where cities from around the world come together to explore their amazing local biodiversity and vie against each other\, in a collaborative and friendly challenge\, to find and document their local species. \nJoin us for a stroll through the wilderness to see what plants and animals we can find and learn about the tools we can use to identify and log them. The skills you will learn will help you to continue the challenge at home in your gardens and local area! \nDuring the 4-day challenge\, get out in Logan’s natural areas\, your backyard or a park and snap a photo of any wild plant or animal. Upload your sightings to the iNaturalist app or website\, add the location and share it to showcase Logan’s biodiversity. \nImportant information: \nRegistrations required for all attendees – spaces are limited!\nSuitable for ages 8 years and older – parent/guardian supervision required for under 18’s.\nThis event may be cancelled or postponed if the weather conditions aren’t suitable. We will notify you via text and email no later than 1 hour prior to the start of the event.\nIf 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.\nFor more information email info@watergum.org and the website: www.watergum.org\nThe workshop is delivered by Watergum and Photographers Down Under as part of the City of Logan’s Environmental Events and Activities program and Citizen Science initiatives.
URL:https://watergum.org/event/city-nature-challenge-bird-walk/
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