CONNECT | Wonder Walks - Venturing into the wetlands | Eggpicnic + Lori Gould

Thursday 18 September | 10am - 11:30am

Sunday 21 September | 10am – 11:30am

Cost | Free Event, Registration Required.

Jerrabomberra Wetlands, 2 Dairy Road, Fyshwick ACT 2609

As part of the Tracing the Sky exhibition program, we invite you to step outside the gallery and into the living, breathing landscape of the Jerrabomberra Wetlands for Wonder Walks—a guided, immersive experience led by leading ecologist and restoration expert Lori Gould.

The wetlands are not just a sanctuary for wildlife—they are places of movement, memory, and connection. Through Wonder Walks, participants will journey into one of Canberra’s most vital and vibrant ecosystems, discovering the migratory stories of birds like the Latham’s Snipe, a species that travels thousands of kilometres between Australia and Japan. Along the way, you'll learn how wetlands like Jerrabomberra act as ecological lifelines and cultural mirrors, echoing the larger themes of migration, resilience, and interconnection explored in the exhibition.

Your guide, Lori Gould, brings over 25 years of experience in environmental restoration and landscape planning. A riparian specialist and community advocate, Lori has led large-scale ecological projects across Australia and worked extensively at Jerrabomberra Wetlands, developing public engagement programs and restoring native habitats. She is currently completing a PhD on migratory birds, and holds degrees in Environmental Science, River Restoration, and Integrated Water Management. Her walks are rich with insight, grounded in science, and infused with her deep love for wetlands and the species they sustain.

Whether you're a seasoned birdwatcher, a curious explorer, or someone seeking a deeper connection to place, Wonder Walks offers a rare opportunity to see the wetlands through expert eyes—and to walk alongside the stories of migration that shape our shared world.

Come wonder with us.

What you'll be doing:

Guided exploration of the Jerrabomberra Wetlands while learning about the local ecosystem.

What you'll need to bring:

Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing

Sturdy enclosed walking shoes (waterproof recommended)

A hat and sunscreen

Water bottle

Binoculars (optional, but highly recommended for birdwatching)
Notebook or camera if you wish to record observations

This workshop is best suited for:

Suitable for all ages and abilities.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

About the artists:

Eggpicnic is an award-winning design studio devoted to wildlife conservation, founded by designers and birders Camila De Gregorio and Christopher Macaluso. Their mission is to use art as a powerful tool to raise awareness and inspire action around the global decline of wildlife. Through striking illustrations and public installations, they educate audiences on the importance of protecting birdlife and biodiversity. Their work has been featured on the Harbour Bridge Pylons and the Argyle Cut for Vivid Sydney, and at Australian Parliament House for Enlighten, connecting people with nature through storytelling, and a deep commitment to conservation.

Lori Gould is an ecologist and restoration specialist with over 25 years of experience in natural resource management, riparian restoration, and community engagement. She is the founder of Environmental Restoration Design and Planning (ERDP) and has managed numerous large-scale rehabilitation projects across Australia. Lori holds a Master’s in Integrated Water Management, a Postgraduate Certificate in River Restoration, and a degree in Environmental Science. A PhD candidate researching migratory birds, she previously led community programs at Jerrabomberra Wetlands and worked as a Senior Project Manager with Greening Australia. Lori is also a Fellow of the Peter Cullen Trust.

Accessibility at the venue:

The walk will cover uneven ground and natural terrain. If you have specific mobility requirements, please contact us in advance so we can accommodate your needs.

If you have any specific requests, please email programs@craftanddesigncanberra.org.

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Cancellation Policy

15 days prior: Customers are entitled to a full refund on request.

Less than 14 days: Customers are not entitled to a refund. Customers are entitled to a ticket transfer to a friend or family member.

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Image | Eggpicnic bird watching in the wetlands | Photo by Sitthixay Dittahavong

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