Eucalypts are Australia’s most iconic trees, but many people cannot tell different species apart. And what’s the difference between Eucalyptus, Corymbia and Angophora? Come along to this workshop with botanist Ian Clarke (Name that Flower: The Identification of Flowering Plants, Name Those Grasses) for a botanical exploration of eucalypts. Ian will share his knowledge of floral structure, features of the plant to…
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Celebrating National Science with SOLN: Geology of the Otways Coastline
The Otway Ranges and coast has an incredible geological history. Fossilised remains of marine and terrestrial life found along the coastline reveal how our continent and landscape has changed over time. Join geologist & palaeontologist, Mike Cleeland, as he explores some of this history with an indoor presentation on Friday night (light supper provided) and a beach…
Celebrating National Science with SOLN: Freshwater Crayfish… what are they, where are they, & how do we protect them?
Australia is home to over 20% of the world’s freshwater crayfish, including the largest and smallest species in the world, and the Southern Otways are fortunate to have several unique species. If you’re not sure how Apollo Bay’s famous Southern Rock Lobster differs from crayfish found in the region, this workshop is for you. Aquatic…
Celebrating National Science with SOLN: What Cloud is That?
Are you a keen cloud-spotter? Do you commonly photograph clouds or wonder at their shape and breathtaking beauty? If yes, this workshop is for you. Join us as we look at different cloud types & the conditions that cause them with Phoebe de Wilt from the Bureau of Meteorology. Part lecture, part sharing of favourite…
Celebrating National Science with SOLN: Invertebrates in Your Backyard
The rich soils and wet forests of the Otways are crawling, creeping and flying with invertebrate life. Come & learn about land snails, butterflies and other native invertebrates of the region with threatened species ecologist Georgie Custance. This workshop consists of an indoor presentation, followed by a visit to the Apollo Bay Community Garden to identify…
Celebrating National Science Week with SOLN: Growing & Propagating Native Plants
Which plants are right for my home? What are ecological vegetation classes & which one(s) best describes my property? Join Southern Otway Landcare Network’s plant specialist Oliver Kerr for a hands-on workshop learning about plant species native to the Southern Otways, how to grow them from seed and cutting, and why diversity of vegetation is…
Big Science Adventure
Come and celebrate National Science Week at Capricorn Caves on Saturday 20 & Sunday 21 August. All your favourite cave adventures over one weekend, and more. Sunday is jam-packed with activities. Harness up and try our eight metre climbing wall, grab a head torch and explore the cave chambers and tunnels, or take it easy…
Capricorn Caves: Under the Stars & Into the Caves
Capricorn Caves is a well regarded ecotourism attraction just north of Rockhampton, Queensland. Come along to our Big Science Adventure, a weekend full of science surprises. Join us on the evening of Saturday 20 August for a special tour through the enchanting Cathedral Cave. You may even see the cute little bent-wing bats on their…
S4PG x TFOM: Themed Gathering on Citizen Science
This second event of the S4PG x TFOM series will explore science for the public good through the lens of science conducted with public involvement, with positive outcomes for both science and the public. Our invited speakers Dr Victoria Metcalf, Dr Tahlia Perry, and Dr Ivy Wong will present their work with citizen science projects…
Try it: Science
Gleneagles Secondary College will be honoring National Science Week by allowing Gleneagles students to engage in a range of hands-on, exciting science and STEM based activities. The ‘Try it: Science’ program will give students the opportunity to choose from at least 5 different activities. The biology themed session will include a rat dissection, students will…