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Jo Harding ‘High Country Bush Blitz’ Thursday, 1 June 2023 - 12:30pm to 1:30pm

New species of spiders, from huntsman to jumping spiders are just some of the amazing finds from the Australian Alps Bush Blitz. Jo, from Bush Blitz will share the discoveries from their highest Blitz ever along with stunning photos and video podcast hosted by Bry the Fly Guy. Bookings can be made from the Friday before the talk until Wednesday night or until seating limits are reached. (Tickets are Free but a donation on entry is appreciated.) This talk will be held in the ANBG Theatrette. Booking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/CGTHW

Dr Ben Walcott ‘Gardens and biodiversity’ Thursday, 25 May 2023 - 12:30pm to 1:30pm

Ben will talk about how gardens are important for biodiversity. Native plant gardens are particularly important for hosting rare and endangered plants as well as insect and birdlife. Bookings can be made from the Friday before the talk until Wednesday night or until seating limits are reached. (Tickets are Free but a donation on entry is appreciated.) This talk will be held in the ANBG Theatrette. Booking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/CGTHV

Tom Masaglio ‘’Say cheese-tree!' Exploring Australia's vascular plant photographic record’ Thursday, 18 May 2023 - 12:30pm to 1:30pm

Tom, from University of New South Wales, will talk about a complex mix of factors resulting in almost 18% of Australia’s native vascular plant species being without easily accessible photographs; SE Australia is well covered, but NT, QLD, and WA have thousands of unphotographed plants. Bookings can be made from the Friday before the talk until Wednesday night or until seating limits are reached. (Tickets are Free but a donation on entry is appreciated.) This talk will be held in the ANBG Theatrette. Booking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/CGTHU

Bronwyn Collins ‘Training the future: 30 years of the Volunteer Botanical Training Program’ Thursday, 11 May 2023 - 12:30pm to 1:30pm

Bronwyn, from Centre for Australian National Biodiversity Research, will look at the history of the program, outcomes for participants and some of the more recent challenges in running a successful program. Bookings can be made from the Friday before the talk until Wednesday night or until seating limits are reached. (Tickets are Free but a donation on entry is appreciated.) This talk will be held in the ANBG Theatrette. Booking Link: https://www.trybooking.com/CGTHT

Wonderful Australian Trees Sunday, 7 May 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Celebrate Canberra Tree Week by joining a free guided walk.  See a variety of wonderful Australian native trees including Eucalypts, Casuarinas, Bunya pines and many others.  Learn about the evolution of Australian trees and how they have been adopted across the world.  Meet at the clock near the bridge.  No booking required for individuals but groups of more than six people should contact walks@friendsanbg.org.au a week before the planned walk.

Wonderful Australian Trees Sunday, 7 May 2023 - 11:00am to 12:00pm

Celebrate Canberra Tree Week by joining a free guided walk.  See a variety of wonderful Australian native trees including Eucalypts, Casuarinas, Bunya pines and many others.  Learn about the evolution of Australian trees and how they have been adopted across the world.  Meet at the clock near the bridge.  No booking required for individuals but groups of more than six people should contact walks@friendsanbg.org.au a week before the planned walk.

Wonderful Australian Trees Saturday, 6 May 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Celebrate Canberra Tree Week by joining a free guided walk.  See a variety of wonderful Australian native trees including Eucalypts, Casuarinas, Bunya pines and many others.  Learn about the evolution of Australian trees and how they have been adopted across the world.  Meet at the clock near the bridge.  No booking required for individuals but groups of more than six people should contact walks@friendsanbg.org.au a week before the planned walk.

Wonderful Australian Trees Saturday, 6 May 2023 - 11:00am to 12:00pm

Celebrate Canberra Tree Week by joining a free guided walk.  See a variety of wonderful Australian native trees including Eucalypts, Casuarinas, Bunya pines and many others.  Learn about the evolution of Australian trees and how they have been adopted across the world.  Meet at the clock near the bridge.  No booking required for individuals but groups of more than six people should contact walks@friendsanbg.org.au a week before the planned walk.

Weeding Work Party Saturday, 6 May 2023 - 9:00am to 12:00pm

Meet:  we’ll meet at lower gate of the ANBG’s Southern Car-park. To reach this place, come through the main entry gates, turn left immediately, and park in this bottom row. Look for banners
We shall walk up from there towards the water tank and provide ferry cars if needed.  Bring:   Other friends if you wish, as everyone is welcome.  Wear:  hat, sunscreen, long-sleeved shirt, long pants, gloves, stout shoes.  if you are planning to come, please email your name and phone number to friendsofblackmountain@gmail.com or phone 0437 298 711.

Wonderful Australian Trees Friday, 5 May 2023 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Celebrate Canberra Tree Week by joining a free guided walk.  See a variety of wonderful Australian native trees including Eucalypts, Casuarinas, Bunya pines and many others.  Learn about the evolution of Australian trees and how they have been adopted across the world.  Meet at the clock near the bridge.  No booking required for individuals but groups of more than six people should contact walks@friendsanbg.org.au a week before the planned walk.

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