Bio·R Pitfall Trapping: Frahns Farm 2025

Are you fascinated by our native wildlife? Join Bio·R for a hands-on pitfall trapping survey at our Frahns Farm restoration site in Monarto.

This is a unique opportunity to get up close with amazing local mammals, reptiles, insects, and amphibians, and see how vital wildlife research is done. It's a fantastic way to connect with the land and learn about the animals that call it home.

No experience is necessary, and families are welcome!

Important! To ensure everyone gets a chance, priority for these limited spots is given to new participants; if you have attended before, please email ticketing@bior.org.au to be waitlisted, as any registered past participants may be contacted to offer their space to a first-time attendee.

Event Details

• Date: Sunday 23rd November 2025

• Time: 7:30am - 10:30am

• Location: Frahns Farm, Monarto (Hartmann Rd Site)

• Cost: $25 per adult, $10 per child. (This nominal fee secures your spot and directly supports our conservation efforts.)

Booking Your Spot

Places are strictly limited to 20 people to ensure a quality, hands-on experience.

• Priority for Newcomers: To give as many people as possible a chance to participate, priority will be given to those who have not attended a pitfall survey before.

• Waitlist: If the event is full, please add your name to the waitlist. We will contact you if a spot becomes available.

What to Bring

Please come prepared for a morning in the bush. We recommend bringing:

• Essential: Long pants and sturdy, closed-toe boots (required for walking and snake safety).

• Sun Protection: A wide-brimmed hat and sunscreen.

• Weather Gear: Clothing appropriate for the weather (e.g., layers, rain jacket).

• Supplies: A backpack with plenty of water, snacks, and/or lunch.

• Optional: A camera to capture the moment!

Important On-Site Information

Please read this section carefully before booking.

• Facilities: This is a working restoration site. There are no toilets, no running water, and no shelter on-site. Nearby public toilets are available at the Monarto Sporting Complex (end of Hartmann Rd) or at Callington Oval.

• Activity Level: The survey involves walking over uneven ground. A reasonable level of mobility and sturdy footwear are required.

Weather & Cancellation Policy

• Weather: This event will go ahead rain, hail, or shine. Given this event takes place in late November, hot weather is quite possible. We trap early to protect the animals from the heat. If extreme temperatures are forecast, we may start earlier. All registered participants will be contacted via email if this change occurs.

• Can't Make It? As places are very limited, please cancel your registration if you can no longer attend. This allows us to offer your spot to someone on the waitlist.

• Refunds: Full refunds are available up to 5:00pm, Friday 21st November 2025. Cancellations after this time will forfeit the registration fee. You can request a refund directly through your booking or by emailing ticketing@bior.org.au.

About Bio·R

Bio·R is a South Australian grassroots charity dedicated to large-scale habitat reconstruction for native wildlife. Activities like these fauna surveys are crucial - the data we gather provides the scientific foundation that guides and informs our restoration efforts.

Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge that this event will take place on the traditional lands of the Ngarrindjeri people and respect their elders past, present and emerging. We appreciate the Ngarrindjeri people's innate and deep spiritual connection with the land and waters of this region and aspire to work alongside them in taking care of land and community.

A reminder, along with any updates and a map with directions, will be sent to your registration email in the days leading up to the event.

We look forward to seeing you at Frahns Farm!

Questions? Please contact ticketing@bior.org.au.