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Join the Friends of Edendale Farm as we learn how to identify the plants and animals that consider Edendale their home. Anne-Marie King from the Friends of Edendale will lead the walk around Edendale and around the Diamond Creek trail, which is home to a diverse array of indigenous plants. We will meet at the Macey room and there will be a short presentation on how you can learn to identify the plants, and some refreshments. Then we will commence our walk where we will focus on identifying plants, animals and insects we see along the way. If we can squeeze it in, water samples will also be taken on the day for platypus DNA testing. You are welcome to bring along your questions.
The Friends of Edendale are working with Nillumbik Shire Council to protect the reserve from weeds and enhance it through planting indigenous plants. This walk is an opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about Edendale, and what species inhabit it.
This is an adult focused learning experience but children are welcome to attend.
You will learn
- How to record and share photographs of living things to become a citizen scientist
You will get
- Hands on experience and identification tips
Appropriate for
home gardeners, urban farmers, permaculture
What to bring
- Smart phone or tablet with inaturalist app installed (help available on the day) hat, sunblock, water bottle.
What to wear
Casual, closed shoes
Edendale Farm
1396 reviewsEdendale is a Community Environment Farm on 6 hectares of land adjacent to the Diamond Creek in Eltham.
We are open 7 days a week 10am to 4.30pm.
Entry to the farm is by Donation at one of our electronic tap points around the farm.
Along with our animals, indigenous plant nursery, school environmental education program, events and workshops, Edendale plays an important role as a hub for the local community to learn and share ideas about sustainable living, caring for nature and climate action.
Edendale offers:
- Local native plant nursery
- Preschool and school education programs
- Community sustainability workshops
- Family activities and events
- Cafe Eden and spaces for picnics
- Close proximity to Eltham North adventure playground reserve
- Volunteer opportunities
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
Youβre welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 3 days before class starts. Free of charge.
- A transfer can be requested 3 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
- A credit note can be requested 3 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
Terms & Conditions
Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at Edendale Farm or organised by Edendale Farm must agree to these terms and conditions.
1. LIABILITY WAIVER
I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which I might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events organised by Edendale Farm
2. PHOTO & VIDEO
I agree to give Edendale Farm unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs, videos or recordings taken at Edendale Farm classes and events or on Edendale Farm premises. (For use of Edendale Farm marketing materials).
Photos and videos recordings will not be taken of children without written permission from parents or guardians.
3. CANCELLATIONS
In the event that a class is cancelled by Edendale Farm, students will be notified via email and entitled to a full refund, transfer or credit.
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City Nature Challenge: Edendale Bioblitz
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