Bronte Coastal Walk: Birds and Whales - October

COME BIRD WITH ME - BRONTE COASTAL WALK
Meeting Point: Lookout Point, Calga Reserve, Bronte

Spring time means that life is thriving, young birds are emerging from nests, the coastal bush is in full flower, winter migratory birds are returning and the humpback whales are travelling south with their playful calves in tow! Join your host Jade on a guided walk along Bronte's stunning coastline for your chance to see tiny bush birds, large ocean birds and giant majestic whales - all in one walk, right here locally. Binoculars are provided for an up-close look at all this amazing wildlife.

With binoculars in hand, we'll explore the incredible coastal birdlife and have a great chance of spotting whales in the process!

Walk includes:

• Guidance on how to identify local bird species by sight and sound
• Practice spotting birds and whales and using binoculars 
• Binoculars will be provided for the walk
• You will get a local bird list to take home
• Optional, join me for a coffee at the end.

All experience levels welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult. 

Places are limited so booking is essential.

WALK DETAILS

• Start: 7:00 am Meet at Calga Reserve, on the coastal walk between Bronte Beach and Cemetery. 
• Walk: ~2 km walk along the coast. We will walk slowly and stop often to admire our feathered friends and whales. Depending what we see, the exact timing and route may vary. 
• Finish: 8:30 am we will finish where we stated at Calga Reserve
• Coffee: Please stay for a coffee and more bird chat if you have the time at the cafes on Bronte Rd (a few minutes walk from where we start). 
• Note: there are stairs and uneven sections involved in this walk. 

WHAT TO BRING

• Weather sensible clothing and sun protection
• Backpack or bag - you will want your hands free to use the binoculars
• Sturdy, comfortable footwear

ADDITIONAL INFO

We will walk slowly and stop often to admire our feathered friends. Please be mindful there are sections with stairs and uneven ground and there may not be somewhere to sit when we stop, so come prepared to be on you feet for the duration. 

All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Please leave your four legged friends at home. 

If you would like to join a walk, but the cost of tickets is a barrier, please choose community gift ticket option at check out. If you are having trouble booking, please reach out to jade@comebirdwithme.com

A LITTLE ABOUT YOUR GUIDE

My name is Jade and I have been birdwatching around the Easter Suburbs and beyond for over 6 years. For me bird watching is a great way for to connect with nature everyday. I feel grounded and more connected to my home when I can put names to the birds and other wildlife around me. And when you see a new bird, it's a lot of fun! Bird watching also opened me to all these opportunities to care for them; bush care, native gardening, and supporting wildlife corridors. This gave me purpose and fulfilment. I want to share this sense of wonder, connection and care, with my fellow nature lovers out there.  Please reach out to me if you have any questions - jade@comebirdwithme.com

GETTING THERE

• Public Transport: 379 Bus Macpherson St and Bronte Road near Calga Reserve. 379 bus also stops at Bronte Beach Terminus, Bronte Road near the cafés where we will go for coffee afterwards. 
• Walking: Coming from North or South, the coastal walk is a beautiful way to get there. From West, walking down thought the gully or Cemetery is another lovely option
• Cycling: Another great option. There are bike racks near the Bronte Beach Bus Terminus.
• Parking: there is street parking all along Calga Place nearby.

FACILITIES

• Toilets: the closest toilets are at the south end of the beach near the ocean pool. 
• Water: there is a bubbler at the meeting point to have a drink or fill your water bottle. 

THIS EVENT WAS MADE POSSIBLE WITH SUPPORT FROM WAVERLEY COUNCIL.