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Twilight Toadbusting
Darwin, Jul 31st and 8 other dates
Cane toads (B.marinus), were introduced into QLD in 1935 to control Cane beetles that were destroying sugarcane crops. Cane Toads failed to control the cane beetles, and became a major pest in our precious and unique environment. Cane toads can harm native wildlife by eating small animals and poisoning larger predators that try to eat them. Household pets are also at risk from poisoning.
The dreaded Cane toad is now found in Darwin and right across the Top End of Australia and has a depressing impact on our urban and rural areas, killing our native fauna species
Conservation Volunteers in partnership with the proactive Frogwatch/Biowatch organisation, will not only assist in the control of the toad, but also provide you with helpful advice on how to ‘toad-proof’ your yard, and let you know of other interesting toady facts! Frogwatch believe that by reducing numbers to a very low level during the dry season, and incorporating other control techniques such as setting tadpole traps - that we will be able to have a large impact on the toad population in the Top End.
Volunteers that want to join this project can meet at the office for a short information session on the Toads at 6:00pm. Otherwise, if you're already confident with your Toad ID feel free simply to meet us on site at 6:30pm. Contact the office to find out the weekly location.
***Please note we can now take large bookings of up to 20-25 people for our toadbusts. If you have a group interested please contact the office directly for more information. Bookings are still required.***
For further information on this project please contact our Darwin office on 08 8981 3206 or email darwin@conservationvolunteers.com.au
Atlas Moth Restoration Project
Darwin, August 2nd
This project has a focus on protecting and improving habitats for Sand Goannas, and to encourage the reintroduction of the Atlas moth species A.wardi. The site spans mangrove, coastal dune, monsoon rainforest and paperbark swamp environments within the Casuarina Coastal Reserve. We will be removing invasive weed species using different eradication methods, conducting photo point surveys, collecting seeds, and revegetating the site with native habitat and food plants for both species. Join us for a day and learn about how you can help restore you local, natural environments.
Beautify the Beaches of Darwin- Marine Debris
Darwin, Aug 3rd and 5 other dates
Darwin and its surrounds are fortunate enough to be surrounded by some of the most beautiful and untouched coastline in the world. We have many unique and marine species such as the Snubnose dolphin that only reside right here in the Top End. Unfortunately though, with modern day pressures of an expanding population, and tidal influences from abroad, our beaches are littered with debris (rubbish) of all sorts. This debris is not only unsightly but it also has a huge impact on our marine life. Micro-plastics, and smaller pieces or coloured hard and soft plastics are of particular concern during our clean-ups. Fish and seabirds consume them, mistaking them for food and become poisoned.
During this project the team will learn about the effects marine debris has on the environment and the predominant origins of this debris, before heading out to some local beaches (Lee Point, East Point, Casuarina a Beach, Mindil Beach and Buffalo Creek) where we will survey targeted sections of beach. Did you know:
- Every piece of plastic made still exists in our environment today?
- The average plastic water bottle takes 450 years to break down?
Our selected beach locations are all known turtle nesting sites, important to the Top End and survival of these iconic marine species. After collection of debris, the team will catalogue and sort the debris so the data can be added to a larger national database – Tangaroa Blue.
***Please note we can bookings of up to 10-15 people for marine debris clean-ups. If you have a group interested please contact the office directly for more information. Bookings are still required.***
For further information please contact our Darwin Office on 08 8981 3206 or email darwin@conservationvolunteers.com.au
Bush/ Wildlife Habitat Restoration
Darwin, Aug 4th and 2 other dates
The Top End is home to pristine coastlines and bushlands amongst urban areas. These precious ecosystems provide important habitats and wildlife corridors for a variety of fauna species in Darwin. Unfortunately, due to urbanisation alongside these areas, multiple invasive weed species have flourished. These species pose a threat to the existing remnant and native vegetation.
The aim of this project is to eradicate these species such as Gamba grass, Mission grass, Snakeweed and Itch Grass. We will be using different methods including manual removal by hand and backpack sprayers amongst other conservation duties. This will help to protect and improve habitat for wildlife and encourage rehabilitation of existing species.
Volunteers that want to join this project can meet at the office at 8:20am or on site at approx. 9:00am. Contact the office to find out the weekly location and meeting times.
Restoration sites will include McMinns lagoon, Charles Darwin national Park. Ludmilla, Casuarina Coastal Reserve or Mitchell Creek. Call or email the office to find out which site we will be going to this week!
Please contact our Darwin office on 08 8981 3206 or email darwin@conservationvolunteers.com.au
Restoring Rapid Creek
Darwin, Aug 11th and 1 other date
Help us as we continue to maintain the Rapid Creek Corridor were we’ve planted ~3000 native trees and shrubs this year! This ongoing revegetation is reducing the impact of weeds and fire along this picturesque native wetland area in the heart of Darwin. Enlarging the corridor will encourage native fauna to recolonise the area. You will get practical conservation experience as we plant Maranthes Corymbosa andhand weed at the base of our planting at Rapid Creek. You may also get a chance to visit other revegetation sites at Vestys and East Point Reserve.
Howard Springs School - Connecting Communities
Howard Springs, August 18th
During this project volunteers will be engaging with students at a rural Primary School to construct drought proof planting boxes known as 'Wicking Beds' out of recycled fridges. Students will learn how to create an edible or flower garden bed by filling the boxes with soil and planting seeds of their choice. They will monitor and care for the wicking beds and watch the seeds grow. This is a chance to express their creativity by painting crafty designs on the sides of the beds and being part of every step of the process. With your help, we can create a bright, sustainable future for students and teach them how to grow a variety of their own plants.
Volunteers will learn craftsmanship skills and assist educating students on how to grow their own produce.
For more information on this project please contact the office on 08 8981 3206 or email darwin@cva.org.au
Birds of the Top End
Darwin, August 25th
The Top End region around Darwin has a large number of lagoons and wetland where local and migratory bird life is present throughout the year. However, with ever expanding urbanisation and other environmental variables, it is hard to know what the long term effects will be on our beautiful bird species.
During this bird survey project, we will be surveying and monitoring bird populations at one of Darwin’s iconic conservation reserves – Fogg Dam, home to almost 200 local and migratory bird species as well as pythons, turtles and other fauna species. We will be practising bird ID skills at designated survey sites using binoculars and field guides. Fogg Dam reserve, amongst other wetlands in the Top End – provide an important food source, resting sites and breeding grounds for birds.
These surveys help tp collect important baseline data on the changes in bird numbers (positive or negative) over the years that may contribute to planning and development cases in the Top End.
This project is a great relaxing project for all ages, we will have set monitoring sites a short walking distance from the vehicle, where we will base ourselves for the project and record the presence of particular bird species.
***Please note we can now take bookings of up to 10 people for bird surveys, although smaller groups are preferred. If you have a group interested please contact the office directly for more information. Bookings are still required.***
For further information please contact our Darwin Office on 08 8981 3206 or email darwin@conservationvolunteers.com.au
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