This activity will focus on locating patches of weeds in the southern part of the Reserve. Volunteers will be provided with large-scale aerial images of the southern part of the Reserve on a sturdy backing, along with weed identification pictures, and a pen. The task will involve dividing up the southern part of the Reserve and undertaking meandering surveys marking the location of weed patches on the aerial image. So, no cutting, digging, lopping, sawing or dabbing. Just an extended walk in the Reserve and keen-eyed observation. The information gathered in the survey will inform future activities and provide guidance for contractors carrying out weed control.
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Location: Park in the cul-de-sac at the top of Brereton Street Garran. A briefing will be held at 9am. Morning tea will be at 11am. The aim will be to wrap this activity up by 11.30am.
Conditions: Sloping land and open bushland. Rocky in parts.
You bring: Water to drink and a hat. Wear appropriate clothing for moving through the Reserve including solid enclosed shoes. Take sun protection measures. BYO morning tea.
We bring: Materials for undertaking the survey.
Note: The BYO morning tea is an opportunity to discuss matters of relevance to the Group.
Cancellation: The activity will be cancelled by email (if possible), no later than 8am on the activity day, if rain/wind is forecast which could make planned work potentially hazardous, high temperatures before midday are forecast, total fire bans are announced, air pollution is ‘hazardous’ or other official restrictions in force. Note: The Red Hill Regenerators Group is advised by the ACT Parks & Conservation Service and the information below:
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- ‘Guidelines for Volunteer fieldwork in extreme conditions‘, which addresses extreme temperatures and poor air quality, as measured by PM2.5 levels (to obtain up to the minute information about air quality, there are a number of Apps, including the ‘Air Matters‘ App);
- ‘Volunteer Fieldwork through Covid19’ latest update;
- Information at: https://www.covid19.act.gov.au/protecting-yourself-and-others
- the Volunteer Policy and Code of Conduct can be accessed from the ParkCare Hub Home Page on the right hand side under “Files” https://app.betterimpact.com/Volunteer/Main/StoredDocument/29169