FEBRUARY

Nominations are being sought for the 2008 Manly Environment Centre Eco-Award for contribution and effort to the environment in the Manly LGA. For more information call Manly Environment Centre 9976 2842 or Email mec@manly.nsw.gov.au

FEBRUARY

HarbourKeepers Fish Surveys - agroup of volunteer divers undertake fish surveys at a variety of sites in Sydney Harbour. Participation is open to any diver who has completed the HarbourKeepers and CoastKeepers Fish Survey course. Through these regular dives, a picture of the frequency, distribution and seasonal variation of 50 key marine species will be documented. Details ph Dave 9299 0000 or Email info@coastkeepers.org.au

Saturday

2 FEB

9.30 am-12 pm

Guided Rock Ramble- Manly Council will be

conducting a free guided ramble around the Fairlight rock platforms, free lunch and a native plant provided afterwards! The tour will explore the intertidal fringe between land & sea and the creatures that inhabit this wonderful ecosystem. Bookings essential - 9976 1661.

2 FEB

World Wetlands Day!!

Saturday

2 FEB

9 am-12

Manly Council Bushcare

* North Harbour Reserve(end of Burton St, Balgowlah)

* Esplanade Park (via end of Bolingbroke Ave, Fairlight, follow path to the west, 50m towards the Spit Bridge).

For more info call Chris 9976 1751.

Saturday

2 FEB

8.30-11.30 am

Bushwalking Discovery - Guided walk by Warringah and Pittwater Council through the Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment area. Bookings essential call 9942 2580.

Sunday

3 FEB

Guided Walk- Warringah Council will be conducting a free guided walk in the Allenby Park Rainforest. See one of the last remaining patches of Coachwood Rainforest on the northern beaches. Bookings call 9942 2111.

Sunday

3 FEB

Warringah Bushwalking Club- Bateau Bay to Wamberal, bookings necessary. For details www.bushwalking.org.au

Sunday

3 FEB

10.30 am

and

1.30 pm

Tunnels, Tracks and Tales- Explore Defence fortifications hidden away for more than 100 years, beautiful bushland and see new and magnificent harbour views. Tours depart from cnr of Suakin Dr and Commonwealth Ave, Headland Park, Mosman. $8 adult, $5 concession, $20 family. Bookings essential 8969 2131.

Monday

4 FEB

7 pm-9 pm

Eco-Dialogues Meeting -Eco-dialogues look closely at enviro/eco issues, and the impact of changes which will affect our lives, and the lives of everyone on the planet, as we enter an era of great uncertainty for the future of humanity.SMSA Level 1, 280 Pitt St. Sydney. Contact Terry0431 605 374 Email dialogue_quest@hotmail.com

Wednesday

6 FEB

9.30 am-12 pm

Manly Council Bushcare - Burnt Bridge Creek, near the duck pond behind Balgowlah Golf Course (approx 100 metres north along the bike path from the end of Dudley St, Balgowlah).For more info call Chris 9976 1751.

Wednesday

6 FEB

9.30 am

Wanderers Walking Group - Turimetta Coastal Walk.

We invite any older person who would like to join in on an easy, fun and social walk. Details call 9999 1870.

Wednesday

6 FEB

5.30 pm

Energy, Environment and Economics talk -Peter Cosier and Dr Steve Hatfield discussing the implications and opportunities for Australia and the world. State Library, Sydney-$22, $15 conc, for bookings call 9273 1770.

Thursday

7 FEB

10.30 am-1 pm

Free Workshop - No Dig Gardening - Learn about vegie garden management, weed control and pest management. Kimbriki Recycling and Waste Disposal Centre. Bookings essential9486 3512, www.kimbriki.com

Thursday

7 FEB

10.30 am-

1 pm

Free Workshop - Propagation and Pruning - brief introduction to eco gardening, pruning principles, growing seeds and cuttings. Kimbriki Recycling and Waste Disposal Centre. Bookings essential9486 3512, www.kimbriki.com

Saturday

9 FEB

9 am-12

Manly Council Bushcare

* Witches Glen, Burnt Bridge Creek(meet at Kitchener Streetbridge over Burnt Bridge Creek Deviation)

* Bligh Park(meet near the Childcare Centre, Alto Avenue, Seaforth)

* Shelly Beach(meet at driveway, 2 Bower St, Manly)

For more info call Chris 9976 1751.

Saturday

9 FEB

6.30 am

North Head Bird Survey -Meet opposite the North Fort Museum on the grassed parking area at North Head, Manly. Bring enthusiasm, binoculars, field guides, sunscreen, hat, water, insect repellent and tough boots and warm/tough clothing. For details call Henry Cook 0405 678 584 or Email northhead@bigpond.com

Saturday

9 FEB

11 am

Harvesting water and rainwater tank DIY workshop- Bunnings Belrose - Austlink Corp Park Niangala Cl, Belrose For bookings call 9486 5700.

Saturday

9 FEB

A guided tour of wetlands at Mackerel Beach and The Basin. The tour includes ferry ride to Mackerel Beach then to The Basin. Bookings essential 9970 6905.

Sunday

10 FEB

Warringah Bushwalking Club- Otford to Garie, Royal NP, bookings necessary. For details www.bushwalking.org.au.

Sunday

10 FEB

4 pm-6 pm

Long Reef Rock Platform Walk - discover fascinating marine creatures and find out what you can do to preserve this environment. Bookings essential call Warringah Council 9942 2111.

Sunday

10 FEB

North Head Fortress Tour- join the North Fort Artillery Museum, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Services and the Sydney Harbour Federation Trust on a military discovery tour of North Head. You'll venture through tunnels and fortifications, explore the museum and discover the myriad defence equipment that makes North Head so unique. Cost $39 adult, $29 conc. (includes lunch). Bookings essential 9247 5033.

Tuesday

12 FEB

5.30 pm

Talk - The other sea change; human impact on oceans, wetlands and water systems - scientists Peter Cullen and Bruce Thom discuss the latest research into temperature rises and other impacts.State Library, Sydney-$22, $15 conc, for bookings call 9273 1770.

Wednesday

13 FEB

9.30 am-12 pm

Manly Council Bushcare- Burnt Bridge Creek, near the duck pond behind Balgowlah Golf Course (approx 100 metres north along the bike path from the end of Dudley St, Balgowlah).For more info call Chris 9976 1751.

Friday

15 FEB

6.30 am

North Head Bird Survey -Meet opposite the North Fort Museum on the grassed parking area at North Head, Manly. Bring enthusiasm, binoculars, field guides, sunscreen, hat, water, insect repellent and tough boots and warm/tough clothing. For details call Henry Cook 0405 678 584 or Email northhead@bigpond.com

Saturday

16 FEB

9 am-12

Manly Council Bushcare

* Seaforth Community Centre, (Baringa AveSeaforth)

* Wellings Reserve(end of Gourlay Ave, Balgowlah Hts)

* Bareena Park(meet near tennis courts on Curban St, Balgowlah Heights)

For more info call Chris 9976 1751.

Sunday

17 FEB

9 am-12

Manly Council Bushcare

* Woodland Street Bushcare Group(meet next to

103 Woodland St., Balgowlah)

For more info call Chris 9976 1751.

Sunday

17 FEB

Warringah Bushwalking Club- Kincumber to Bullimah, bookings necessary. For details www.bushwalking.org.au.

Sunday

17 FEB

10.30 am-

1 pm

Free Workshop - Composting – hands-on & theory

Learn different types of composting, what goes into your compost, its vital role in your soil, difference between organic & non-organic food. Kimbriki Recycling and Waste Disposal Centre. Bookings essentialph.9486 3512, www.kimbriki.com

Monday

18 FEB

7 pm

Permaculture North meeting- visitors welcome – $5 suggested minimum donation. Ku-ring-gai Centre for Seniors, 259 Pacific Highway, Lindfield. Details www.permaculturenorth.org.au

Tuesday

19 FEB

10 am-2 pm

Every third Tuesday of the month

Manly Council Streamwatchenvironmental action network part of the Sydney Water corporation. Volunteers required monthly to assist Parks & Bushland team to test water at specific sites to evaluate aquatic health. Great opportunity to gain practical experience and meet like minded people, no experience necessary, limited numbers. Enquiries 9976 1658.

Wednesday

20 FEB

9.30 am-12 pm

Manly Council Bushcare- Burnt Bridge Creek, near the duck pond behind Balgowlah Golf Course (approx 100 metres north along the bike path from the end of Dudley St, Balgowlah).For more info call Chris 9976 1751.

Wednesday

20 FEB

7 pm-8.30 pm

Join renownedbird expert Ricki Coughlan at Warringah Council Chambers as she shares with you the best locations for birding on the northern beaches.Bookings not required - for more information call 9942 2111.

Thursday

21 FEB

10.30 am-

1 pm

Free Workshop - Eco Water Issues - learn about water tanks, watering systems, low pressure hoses and better use of water in the garden and home. Kimbriki Recycling and Waste Disposal Centre. Bookings essentialph.9486 3512, www.kimbriki.com

Saturday

23 FEB

Warringah Bushwalking ClubWinneremmery Bay to Scotland Isl, bookings necessary. Details www.bushwalking.org.au

Saturday

23 FEB

9 am-12

Manly Council Bushcare

* Tania Park(meet in bushland next to Arabanoo Lookout, Scenic Drive, Balgowlah Heights)

* Fisher Bay, Manly Scenic Walkway (meet at Fisher Bay Track, access at end of Sandy Bay Road, Clontarf)

For more info call Chris 9976 1751.

Saturday

23 FEB

8.30 am-

2 pm

CoastKeepers Bush Regeneration - Muogamarra Nature Reserve, depart from Brooklyn. This is a unique opportunity to visit Muogamarra Nature Reserve, an area that is closed to public access for most of the year. Travel by boat to the reserve then walk alongside waterways and through healthy bushland to access the sites. Tools, training and morning tea will be provided, no experience is necessary. Boat departs from Brooklyn at 08.30 and returns approx 2 pm. Booking essential to ensure your place on the boat!Details/bookings phone Dave 9299 0000 or Email info@coastkeepers.org.au

Sunday

24 FEB

9.30 am- 12.30 pm

Garigal Aboriginal Rock Art Tours Ku-ring-gai Chase NP

Come and join our Aboriginal Discovery guides on a new experience and gain insight into one of the oldest living/surviving cultures of the world. You will visit magnificent Aboriginal rock engravings. Each rock engraving tells a story about Garigal Clan of the area, many thousands of years ago. Info/bookings 9472 8949.

Sunday

24 FEB

Warringah Bushwalking Club- Palm Beach - Ettalong, bookings necessary. For details www.bushwalking.org.au

Wednesday

27 FEB

9.30 am-12 pm

Manly Council Bushcare - Burnt Bridge Creek, near the duck pond behind Balgowlah Golf Course (approx 100 metres north along the bike path from the end of Dudley St, Balgowlah).For more info call Chris 9976 1751.

Thursday

28 FEB

10.30 am-

1 pm

Free Workshop - Eco House - Find out about what to buy, what not to buy, alternatives to packaging, green cleaning and healthy eating. Kimbriki Recycling and Waste Disposal Centre. Bookings essentialph.9486 3512, www.kimbriki.com

Friday

29 FEB

9.45 am

Milsons Pt History Walk - Join Northern Beaches Creative Leisure & Learning on a walk around Milsons Pt. Hear about the building of the Harbour Bridge and its impact on suburbs and buildings. Cost $10, bookings essential 9913 1474.