The first in a series of guided nature walks took place last week on the Glen Isla Wetlands and participants were excited to see a range of wildlife living peacefully within the serenity of our natural environment.
Members of the Whitsunday Conservation Council (WCC) have a series of exciting events to look forward to in the coming year.
“There will be something for everyone,” said walks coordinator Suzette Pelt.
“We’ll have a night spotting walk for children during winter school holidays and a series of bird watching and photography walks in different seasons, with opportunities for spotting migratory birds and the changes in vegetation that attract different wildlife.”
“Our first walk, on private property on the Glen Isla wetlands, gave birders some fantastic viewing and photographic opportunities, along with the enjoyment of getting out into nature at the end of the wet season.”
The walk was guided by Dale Mengal of the Wildlife and Plants of the Whitsunday and Mackay region, along with reptile expert Kylee Gray.
The group of 20 nature lovers, enjoyed a fantastic few hours walking through often boggy ground, to get to the best spots.
If you are interested in finding out more information about future events, sign up for the Whitsunday Conservation Council via their website.
Membership is just $1 and the group is run by volunteers who have a wealth of information.
Members will also receive regular newsletters with what’s happening in the environmental space.
For more information call Suzette Pelt WCC nature walks coordinator on 0419768195
A group of ‘birders’ enjoy a walk in nature at the Glen Isla Wetlands
The majestic Magpie Goose
The tiny Red Backed Fairy Wren
The regal Brahminy Kite
Photo credit: Debbie Smith
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