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  • Community Planting Event

    Ettrick Wetland - 8th of October
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  • Support a Healthier Future for the Richmond River - Care for the Wetlands. 

    Healthy wetlands are the the kidneys of the catchment—capturing nutrients, filtering water, and providing vital habitat biodiversity. Just 350 metres from Iron Pot Creek in Ettrick lies a spectacular 3-hectare wetland.

    Join us for a community planting day as we work together to enrich this ecosystem by planting an additional 500 native trees amd sedges around this wetland.

    When: Wednesday the 8th of October
    Time: 9am — Noon 

    Where: Imesons Road Ettrick - full details provided on registration

    There will be a 300m walk from the parking area to the planting site. 
    Holes will be prepared in advance.

    BYO hat, drink bottle, long pants and closed boots - gumboots may be a good idea depending on the weather the week prior. 

    A picnic lunch will be provided on conclusion of the planting. Hand washing facilities will be available. 

    This event will continue in mild wet weather. Should heavy rain occur it will be rescheduled. 

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  • A light picnic lunch will be provided. If you have dietary requirements please BYO.

  • This event is part of the Border Ranges Richmond Valley Landcare Network's Working on Wetlands - Kidneys of the Catchment Project.  

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