Recent Events

Event title	Date	Details
Fire and Water Walk	Friday, 17 June 2022 - 11:00am to 12:00pm	Fires of varying intensities have a significant impact on Australia’s landscapes; some plants rely on or respond well to fire, while others are killed by fire. Some plants need continuous water, in wetlands, while others prefer dry conditions. A volunteer guide will show you examples of all of these in a free tour. Daily from Monday June 13^th to Sunday June 19^th 11am-12 noon. Meet at the clock near the bridge. No booking required for individuals, but groups of seven or more people should contact walks@friendsanbg.org.au a week before the planned walk.
Dr Sophie Lewis ‘Climate change and Australia’s extreme events.’	Thursday, 16 June 2022 - 12:30pm	Sophie, ACT Commissioner for Sustainability and the Environment, will discuss human influences on past, present and future extreme climate events in Australia. Are our recent extremes a sign of a new normal and how bad could it get? Bookings will open Friday before the talk until Wednesday night or until seating limits are reached. (Tickets are Free) This talk will be held in the ANBG Theatrette. Booking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/BYPPM
Fire and Water Walk	Thursday, 16 June 2022 - 11:00am to 12:00pm	Fires of varying intensities have a significant impact on Australia’s landscapes; some plants rely on or respond well to fire, while others are killed by fire. Some plants need continuous water, in wetlands, while others prefer dry conditions. A volunteer guide will show you examples of all of these in a free tour. Daily from Monday June 13^th to Sunday June 19^th 11am-12 noon. Meet at the clock near the bridge. No booking required for individuals, but groups of seven or more people should contact walks@friendsanbg.org.au a week before the planned walk.
Fire and Water Walk	Wednesday, 15 June 2022 - 11:00am to 12:00pm	Fires of varying intensities have a significant impact on Australia’s landscapes; some plants rely on or respond well to fire, while others are killed by fire. Some plants need continuous water, in wetlands, while others prefer dry conditions. A volunteer guide will show you examples of all of these in a free tour. Daily from Monday June 13^th to Sunday June 19^th 11am-12 noon. Meet at the clock near the bridge. No booking required for individuals, but groups of seven or more people should contact walks@friendsanbg.org.au a week before the planned walk.
Fire and Water Walk	Tuesday, 14 June 2022 - 11:00am to 12:00pm	Fires of varying intensities have a significant impact on Australia’s landscapes; some plants rely on or respond well to fire, while others are killed by fire. Some plants need continuous water, in wetlands, while others prefer dry conditions. A volunteer guide will show you examples of all of these in a free tour. Daily from Monday June 13^th to Sunday June 19^th 11am-12 noon. Meet at the clock near the bridge. No booking required for individuals, but groups of seven or more people should contact walks@friendsanbg.org.au a week before the planned walk.
Fire and Water Walk	Monday, 13 June 2022 - 11:00am to 12:00pm	Fires of varying intensities have a significant impact on Australia’s landscapes; some plants rely on or respond well to fire, while others are killed by fire. Some plants need continuous water, in wetlands, while others prefer dry conditions. A volunteer guide will show you examples of all of these in a free tour. Daily from Monday June 13^th to Sunday June 19^th 11am-12 noon. Meet at the clock near the bridge. No booking required for individuals, but groups of seven or more people should contact walks@friendsanbg.org.au a week before the planned walk.
Plant Science Group - June activities	Monday, 13 June 2022 - 10:30am	The Plant Science Group will not be holding a talk in June, but is planning two visits to the Nursery. Details will be sent to members of the Group. All Friends are welcome to join, so if you are not already a member please email plantscience@friendsanbg.org.au.
Ian Walker ‘Climate Resilient Environments and Communities’	Thursday, 9 June 2022 - 12:30pm	Ian, from ACT Government, will talk about looking after our natural environment as we face climate change with increased fire risk and different patterns of rain, and how communities will cope with the impact of climate change. Bookings will open Friday before the talk until Wednesday night or until seating limits are reached. (Tickets are Free) This talk will be held in the ANBG Theatrette. Booking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/BYPPR
Weeding Work Party	Saturday, 4 June 2022 - 9:00am to 12:00pm	Our next weeding work party is planning to remove more creepers from the areas close to the Frith Road entrance to the reserve, on Saturday 4 June 2022. Meet: Frith Road, Acton. Near the electricity sub-station. Look for banner(s). Bring: Other friends if you wish, as everyone is welcome. Wear: hat, sunscreen, long-sleeved shirt, long pants, gloves, stout shoes. We shall break for delicious morning tea at about 10:30am. Please book: if you are planning to come, please email your name and phone number to friendsofblackmountain@gmail.com or phone 0437 298 711.
Professor Peter Kanowski ‘What’s the future for forests?’	Thursday, 2 June 2022 - 12:30pm	A range of pressures and changes are impacting on forests globally and nationally. Peter will review recent work that considers what these might mean for forests. Bookings will open Friday before the talk until Wednesday night or until seating limits are reached. (Tickets are Free) This talk will be held in the ANBG Theatrette. Booking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/BYPPL

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