Leader: Christine Kilmartin (President, Castlemaine Landcare Group)
Following Christine’s talk the previous evening, she will take us for a walk along the Great Dividing Trail path beside Forest Creek (now named Leanganook Track) to see first-hand the remarkable transformation of a broom- and gorse-infested valley to a productive native riparian strip following over 20 years of work by CLG and supporting agencies. She will also point out sites of ongoing projects such as the “Indigenous Food and Fibre” plot. As we walk, we will also be noting the birds, insects and other wildlife enjoying the restored habitats.
Meet: for car-pooling and 1.30pm departure at the northern end of the Car Park north of the Railway Goods Shed, Kennedy St. Castlemaine. We will start and end the walk at the grasslands at 7 Montgomery Street.
Bring: water, snacks, clean sturdy shoes, binoculars (if you have some), chairs, afternoon tea.