JANUARY

HarbourKeepers Fish Surveys - a group 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 fish species will be built. Details phone Dave 9299 0000 or Email info@coastkeepers.org.au

JANUARY

and

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

JANUARY

WetlandCare National Art Competition - to celebrate World Wetlands Day 2008, Wetland Care Australia has organised an Australia - wide art competition offering categories for both children and adults - theme is Healthy Wetlands, Healthy People, or Wetlands generally, and also have a photography section for photographs of NSW wetlands.  Closing date for entries is 21 January 2008. For more information www.wetlandcare.com.au/

2 Jan till

March/April

9 am-5 pm

7 days a week

Face to Face Exhibition at the Australian Museum - features thirty emotive portraits of primates - gorillas, chimpanzees, bonobos and orang-utans . These extraordinary images were taken over four years by James Mollison in African and Asian ape sanctuaries.

BBC Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition at the Australian Museum. Enjoy captivating wildlife images from the world's largest and most prestigious photography competition. Wildlife, photography and travel enthusiasts of all ages will enjoy the display. For more information call Australian Museum 9320 6000.

Wednesday

16 JAN

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

16 JAN

2 pm-3.30 pm

Free Talk - The Science of the Surf (SOS)

Beach users are invited to an award winning educational presentation on surf safety by Dr Rob Brander. Find out why some beaches and waves are safer than others. Learn how to spot rip currents and how to get out of one.

Dee Why Surf Life Saving Club. Bookings not required for more info 0401 420 962 email rbrander@unsw.edu.au

Thursday

17 JAN

10.30 am-1 pm

Free Workshop - Ecological Living & Eco Gardening

Full tour of Eco Garden, philosophy of organic gardening, difference between organic and non-organic food, intro to ‘Bio-Genics’ – the healing power of plants, how your garden can keep you & your family healthy and tasting of edible flowers. Kimbriki Recycling and Waste Disposal Centre. Bookings essential 9486 3512 www.kimbriki.com

Thursday

17 JAN

6 pm-7 pm

Ferry Forum - Manly MP Mike Baird has asked Transport Minister John Watkins to hear the views of local commuters on the future of the Manly ferry and jetcat services. Freshwater Senior Campus, Harbord Road, Harbord. More details call 9976 2773.

Friday

18 JAN

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

19 JAN

9 am-12 pm

Manly Council Bushcare

* Seaforth Community Centre Bushcare Group, Burnt Bridge Creek (Baringa Avenue Seaforth).

* Wellings Reserve Bushcare Group (meet at end of Gourlay Avenue, Balgowlah Heights)

* Bareena Park Bushcare Group (meet near tennis courts on Curban Street, Balgowlah Heights)

For more info call Chris 9976 1751.

Saturday

19 JAN

5 pm-7 pm

Sand of Time Eco-walk - Explore the Barrenjoey Peninsula, Palm Beach and learn about ancient river beds and changing landscapes. The walk includes the Pittwater estuary, sand dunes and the ocean beach. Gold coin donation bookings essential, phone Coastal Environment Centre 9970 1675 or email cec@pittwater.nsw.gov.au

Sunday

20 JAN

9 am-12 pm

Manly Council Bushcare Woodland Street Bushcare Group (meet next to 103 Woodland St., Balgowlah).

For more info call Chris 9976 1751.

Sunday

20 JAN

10.30 am-1 pm

Free Workshop - Ecological Living & Eco Gardening

Full tour of Eco Garden, philosophy of organic gardening, difference between organic and non-organic food, intro to ‘Bio-Genics’ – the healing power of plants, how your garden can keep you & your family healthy and tasting of edible flowers. Kimbriki Recycling and Waste Disposal Centre. Bookings essential ph. 9486 3512, www.kimbriki.com

Sunday

20 JAN

1 pm-2.30 pm

Science of the Surf - An educational presentation on surf science by Dr Rob Brander. The talk includes a visually powerful explanation of coastal processes with an emphasis on safety in the surf by reading beach conditions and learning to recognise rips. Seminar room, Coastal Environment Centre. Lake Park Rd Narrabeen. Gold coin donation, bookings essential phone the Coastal Environment Centre 9970 1675 or email cec@pittwater.nsw.gov.au

Sunday

20 JAN

Warringah Bushwalking Club walk. Manly to the Spit (optional return) Bookings necessary. For details www.bushwalking.org.au.

Sunday

20 JAN

12-2 pm

Long Reef Aquatic Reserve - Free rock platform walk

Discover fascinating marine creatures and find out what you can do to help preserve this special environment. Wear sunscreen, hat and shoes that can get wet. Meet at Fisherman’s Beach (near Long Reef Golf Club) at the toilet block. For more information ph 0411 124 200.

Sunday

20 JAN

3 pm-4.30 pm

Bush Tucker & Heritage Walk - there are over 100 known Aboriginal sites in the Pittwater LGA alone. Join Pittwater's Aboriginal Heritage Officer on a guided bush tucker and aboriginal heritage tour of Narrabeen Headland. Gold coin donation, bookings essential, phone the Coastal Environment Centre 9970 1675 or email cec@pittwater.nsw.gov.au

Sunday

20 JAN

10-11.45 am

Coastal Critters and Litters - Come along to Plunge Diving, Clifton Gardens Reserve for some 'hands on' fun as we explore our coastal environment! Find out more about the creatures living there and see how litter is a serious problem for our sea life. You will enhance your knowledge of human impacts on the local marine environment and ways in which you can help to protect it. A great experience for those aged 6 to adult with an interest in the coast. Bookings phone 9978 4043.

Sunday

20 JAN

Manly Oceanworld under 9 years Kids Club - spend the morning as Junior Rangers in our marine and reptile sections, feeding lizards, cleaning tanks, checking the health of hermit crabs and maintaining records. For more information and bookings phone 8251 7872.

Sunday

20 JAN

Eco-Paddle at Narrabeen Lagoon - learn about the environment of Narrabeen Lagoon by viewing its natural beauty by kayak. $35 members and $40 non-members. For more information Tony Carr on 0417 502 056

Wednesday

23 JAN

6 pm-7.30 pm

Science of the Surf - An educational presentation on surf science by Dr Rob Brander. The talk includes a visually powerful explanation of coastal processes with an emphasis on safety in the surf by reading beach conditions and learning to recognise rips. Manly Library Meeting Room, to book call Naomi, Manly Council’s Sustainability Education Officer on 9976 1604.

Wednesday

23 JAN

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

24 JAN

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 essential ph. 9486 3512, www.kimbriki.com

Thursday

24 JAN

4 pm-6 pm

Rockpool Ramble, Narrabeen Aquatic Reserve - Explore the amazing organisms that survive on the intertidal fringe between the land and the sea. Learn how these sensitive habitats are being managed and what you can do to help preserve this special environment.

Where Narrabeen Headland rock platform. Gold coin donation, wear shoes that give a good grip and can get wet. Bookings essential phone the Coastal Environment Centre on 9970 1675/ email cec@pittwater.nsw.gov.au

Saturday

26 JAN

Manly Council Bushcare

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

* Fisher Bay Bushcare Group, Manly Scenic Walkway (meet at Fisher Bay Track, end of Sandy Bay Rd, Clontarf)

For more info call Chris 9976 1751.

Sunday

27 JAN

5 pm-7.30 pm

Discover Warriewood Wetlands & BBQ - enjoy a cool evening walk through the wetlands. Observe the local fauna and flora and visit the constructed wetlands within the Shearwater Estate. Learn about the importance of wetlands for the health of Narrabeen Lagoon. Warriewood Wetlands loop walk, commencing Katoa Close, gold coin donation. Bookings essential phone Coastal Environment Centre 9970 1675 email cec@pittwater.nsw.gov.au

Sunday

27 JAN

Manly Oceanworld under 9 years Kids Club - spend the morning as Junior Rangers in our marine and reptile sections, feeding lizards, cleaning tanks, checking the health of hermit crabs and maintaining records. For more information and bookings phone 8251 7872.

Sunday

27 JAN

Warringah Bushwalking Club - local walk & optional dinner. Bookings necessary, details www.bushwalking.org.au

Wednesday

30 JAN

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

31 JAN

10.30 am-1 pm

Free Workshop - Worms – hands-on & theory

Learn different types of worm farming, what goes into your worm farm, some KEY lessons in managing a worm farm properly & how to set  them up, the vital role of worm castings in your soil, how to use worm castings on your garden and as a special spray, difference between organic & non-organic food. Kimbriki Recycling and Waste Disposal Centre. Bookings essential ph. 9486 3512.