This is the first of four field trips to sites on Canberra’s Western Edge.  For more information see: https://conservationcouncil.org.au/western-edge/

This woodland shares a long boundary with the old Uriarra Travelling Stock Reserve and together the two blocks form a corridor between the south western corner of Bluetts Block and the Deep Creek drainage line down to the Murrumbidgee. The woodland is part of Stromlo Forest Park, and while open to the public, is also fenced off from the Park by old pastoral fence lines. It has a rich flora of large trees, areas with a shrubby understorey and many wildflowers in spring and summer. The bird list of 104 species includes several ACT Threatened Species. Birds regularly recorded on the block in summer are Leaden Flycatcher, Rainbow Bee-eater, Sacred Kingfisher, Rufous Whistler, Speckled Warbler and honeyeaters and thornbills of multiple species. Sometimes we see Grey Currawong, Common Bronzewing and Scarlet Robin.

We will meet at 8:00 am at a carpark by Uriarra Rd. Wear sturdy shoes as there are no footpaths, and bring a hat and a drink as the weather may be warm.

Register with kimlouisefarley@gmail.com with your name, mobile number, and the name and mobile number of an emergency contact. Once you register, Kim will send you information about the meeting point and a Google Maps link to get you there.