QLD Field Trip: Pumicestone Passage
The Forestry Australia Queensland Branch would like to invite members and friends to our last field trip of 2024. The Pumicestone Passage Marine Park will be the stunning backdrop for an exciting morning cruise and a communal BBQ lunch to celebrate the end of the year. Situated between the Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay, the Pumicestone Passage is a 35-kilometre channel of shallow estuary, home to dolphins, dugongs, 24 species of migratory shorebirds, 11 species of native shorebirds and abundant fish and marine life.
During this field trip, the Caloundra Cruise tour guide will tell you about the fascinating history, geography and ecology of this pristine region. HQPlantations’ Stewardship team will give an overview of the Beerburrum pine plantation estate and its sustainable management. Morning tea will be provided during the cruise, BBQ facilities will be available at Apex Park after the cruise to prepare your lunch. We look forward to ending 2024 in style with our members, friends and family.
Title: Forestry and Ecology in the Pumicestone Passage Marine Park
Date: Saturday 30 November 2024
Meeting Point:Apex Park (Golden Beach), 575 Lamerough Parade, Golden Beach QLD 4551
Meals:Morning tea is included in the boat ticket. Lunch is BYO with BBQs available at Apex Park.
Equipment: Wear appropriate clothing. Bring sunscreen, plenty of water, a hat and a camera!
Registrations (Inc. GST):
Forestry Australia Member: $65 (incl. cost of cruise) | Non-members: $70 (incl. cost of cruise) | Children under 16: $25 (incl. cost of cruise)
Registrations close: Monday 25 November 2024
Please note: This event will be capped at 40 participants.
PROGRAM
9.00 am – Meet at Apex Park (Golden Beach), 575 Lamerough Parade, Golden Beach QLD 4551, and arrange carpooling.
9.15-9.30 am – Start Eco Explorer Cruise, 38 Pelican Waters Blvd, Caloundra QLD 4551.
9.30 am-12.00 pm – Eco Explorer Cruise in the Pumicestone Passage Marine Park; Theme – Forestry and Ecology; Presenters – Sandy Duffy (Caloundra Cruise), Tom Clapson and Alison Dillon (HQPlantations)
12:00-2:00 pm – Cruise drop-off at Apex Park (Golden Beach), 575 Lamerough Parade, Golden Beach QLD 4551, and BBQ lunch; Theme – End of Year Celebration
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Field Trip: Mount Mee
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Field Trip: Bunya Mountains
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Field Trip: Sherwood Arboretum Tour
Date: Saturday 6 May 2023
Field Trip: K’gari-Fraser Island
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Dates: Friday 7 to Sunday 9 October 2022
Field Trip: Chinchilla
Dates: Friday 5 – Sunday 7 August 2022
Networking Event: Townsville
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Date: Sunday 16 January
Location: QPlas P/L Factory, 80 Shaw Rd, Townsville
AGM & Field Trip in Gympie
USC Research trial plantings
Date: Saturday 20 November 2021
Field Trip: Araucaria plantation management, fire recovery and tree planting at Jimna
Date: Saturday 20 March 2021