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| Ian Fraser, ‘How Did Australian Birds Get English Names?’ | Thursday, 15 September 2022 - 12:30pm to 1:30pm |
Ian Fraser, a local conservationist, says the stories of these name creations can be intriguing, funny, erroneous and sometimes downright ridiculous, telling us more about us than the birds. This talk is a celebration of birds, words and history. Bookings can be made from the Friday before the talk until Wednesday night or until seating limits are reached. (Tickets are free but a gold coin donation on entry is appreciated.) This talk will be held in the ANBG Theatrette. Booking link https://www.trybooking.com/CAWCL
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| Claybodies: Ceramic Demonstration | Sunday, 11 September 2022 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm |
Join ceramic artist and Claybodies member, Ingrid Adler, with a demonstration of the techniques used in her woven Eucalyptus leaf plates. Ingrid will reveal the processes she uses – from cutting the leaves to weaving them into beautiful plates – and will explain the entire process from selection of clay to firing. The demonstration will be held in the Banksia Centre and is free to attend. Please book as numbers are limited, at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/claybodies-ceramic-demonstration-tickets-403859303047. |
| Bryophytes in the ANBG (Friends members only) | Sunday, 11 September 2022 - 10:30am to 12:00pm |
Chris Cargill is the curator of the cryptogam collections of the Australian National Herbarium which are located at the ANBG, and is also a researcher, bryologist and taxonomist. Chris will be showing people the bryophytes that occur naturally in the Gardens rather than specially planted, such as many of the flowering plants in the ANBG. She will talk about their diversity, how to distinguish them from other organisms growing in similar habitats such as lichens and she will talk about their function in the environment. Meet at the Visitor Centre. Places on the walk are limited and only for Friends of the ANBG. Bookings can be made at the following link: https://www.trybooking.com/CBGGW |
| Wattle Walk - Which Wattles will we see? Early, Silver, Ploughshare, more? | Saturday, 10 September 2022 - 9:30am to 12:00pm |
Let’s celebrate green and gold by enjoying a ramble and learning more about the different Acacia (Wattles) on Black Mountain after wetter years with local plant ecologist, Dr Michael Doherty.. Michael has done research about Acacia and other native plants and how they cope with fire and drought. Maybe the weather we have had in recent years is part of that? (The ramble will be on rough uneven ground with some steep sections.) Bookings are essential. |
| Dr Zoe Knapp ‘Survive and Thrive: Fire recovery and climate change resilience for threatened plant species in sub alpine south-eastern Australia’ | Thursday, 8 September 2022 - 12:30pm to 1:30pm |
This project demonstrates the important role of botanic gardens in conservation, through our combined expertise in seed biology research, horticulture, taxonomy and ecology. Bookings can be made from the Friday before the talk until Wednesday night or until seating limits are reached. (Tickets are Free but a gold coins donation on entry is appreciated.) This talk will be held in the ANBG Theatrette. Booking Link https://www.trybooking.com/CAWCW |
| A Celebration of Wattles | Sunday, 4 September 2022 - 11:00am to 12:00pm |
September 1st, Wattle Day and the wattles in the Gardens are in full flower. Join a free guided tour to see a wide range of wattles from various parts of the country and hear interesting stories about their historical, cultural and scientific significance. Daily from Monday August 29th to Sunday September 4th 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. |
| A Celebration of Wattles | Saturday, 3 September 2022 - 11:00am to 12:00pm |
September 1st, Wattle Day and the wattles in the Gardens are in full flower. Join a free guided tour to see a wide range of wattles from various parts of the country and hear interesting stories about their historical, cultural and scientific significance. Daily from Monday August 29th to Sunday September 4th 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. |
| Black Mountain Weeding Work Party | Saturday, 3 September 2022 - 9:00am to 12:00pm |
Meet: Frith Road, Acton. Park along the CSIRO side of the road, please. 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. This complies with COVID-19 requirements, and helps us to let you know if arrangements need to change at the last minute (for example, adverse weather conditions). |
| A Celebration of Wattles | Friday, 2 September 2022 - 11:00am to 12:00pm |
September 1st, Wattle Day and the wattles in the Gardens are in full flower. Join a free guided tour to see a wide range of wattles from various parts of the country and hear interesting stories about their historical, cultural and scientific significance. Daily from Monday August 29th to Sunday September 4th 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 Tim Barrows, ‘The last Ice Age in Canberra and at Lake Mungo’ | Thursday, 1 September 2022 - 12:30pm to 1:30pm |
In this talk, Tim will describe new work on Black Mountain in Canberra and the Southern Tablelands to date and describe the lowest elevation of periglacial activity, the extent of which has been the subject of controversy. Bookings can be made from the Friday before the talk until Wednesday night or until seating limits are reached. (Tickets are free but a gold coin donation on entry is appreciated.) This talk will be held in the ANBG Theatrette. Booking link: https://www.trybooking.com/CAWCJ |
