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FoGL Macleod Morass Planting Sat 8th October

Prep site 27th August
Planting 8th October
(bbq on Planting Day 1230-1315)

Thanks to Coastcare Victoria (for the funding) and Parks Victoria (for the invaluable assistance), FoGL planted a 3000 sqm area alongside Macleod Morass on Saturday 8th October.
Our hard-working members who did attend got the site planted out and Hughy rewarded our hard slog with a follow-up rain the next day.
Thanks Rob and Jeremy (Parks Victoria), Richard Vuat (Wildseed), Cinnamon, Connor and Torin (all from Bairnsdale Scouts), Jim Reside (Wildlife Unlimited) and Trevor, Nancy, Geoff, Wendy, Bill C, Bill B, Margaret, Anne, Gayle, Jenny, David, Maurice (all from FoGL).

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alongside Saleyards Rd. looking north
alongside Saleyards Rd. looking north

alongside Saleyards Rd. looking south
alongside Saleyards Rd. looking south

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Around the Edge with FOGL at EGAG

With the assistance of the Friends of the Gippsland Lakes Parks and Reserves (FOGL) the East Gippsland Art Gallery (EGAG) presented a major exhibition titled Around the Edge with FOGL in May.

The edge, Tambo Bluff - Lisa RobertsEstablished local artists working in a range of media were invited to participate in a gallery-based exhibition with works that reflect their inspiration and response to the various environments surrounding the Gippsland Lakes.

Some artists were invited to create specific works at sites identified by FOGL.

Around the Edge with FOGL offered the community an alternative vision of the Lakes and the surrounding Parks and Reserves. It also raised the awareness of the work performed by FOGL and the challenges confronting them.

Funding provided by Parks Victoria from their Healthy Parks, Healthy People funds.

Bill Cotter reading

Go to EGAG site for more information and images.

Planting Day Sat31May 0900 Silt Jetties (north side)

FOGL are arranging a planting day for Saturday 31 May 9am – 2pm at a section of public land on the north side of the Silt Jetties (access via East Bairnsdale).


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Bring: stout footwear, gloves, hat, insect protection, water, snacks, thermos etc.

2000 plants to be planted so come one come all and bring a friend!

Planting Day Sat31May 0900 Silt Jetties (north side)

FOGL are arranging a planting day for Saturday 31 May 9am – 2pm at a section of public land on the north side of the Silt Jetties (access via East Bairnsdale).


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Bring: stout footwear, gloves, hat, insect protection, water, snacks, thermos etc.

2000 plants to be planted so come one come all and bring a friend!

Morning Canoe Trip on the Macleod Morass

Royal Spoonbill (flickr:aaardvark)Join the paddle on a guided tour to observe close-up the plants and birdlife on the Morass.

Times: Embarkation time 7.00 a.m. Return for breakfast 9.30 -10.00.

Bring: Insect repellent, warm clothes, refreshments, thermos, juice etc.

Canoes: Bring your own and safety gear,
or
use a canoe & safety gear provided on the day (pre-booking essential).

Breakfast: FOGL will provide a hot breakfast for all participants.

To register for this activity please email president@fogl.org.au or telephone 5156 2175.

If you require a canoe please book by Monday 14 April.


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