Join us for a practical, engaging field day focused on the impacts and management of feral and pest species in and around Wellington National Park.

Feral Future on Farms will explore the latest tools, strategies, and collaborative efforts being used to control feral pigs, feral cats, foxes and deer — and the importance of this work in protecting our threatened species.

This free event is open to landholders, landcarers, and community members with an interest in biosecurity, pest animal control, and conservation.

What’s On:

· Live demos of feral pig trapping equipment (including the Pig Brig)

· Trap and tool displays for managing foxes and other invasive species

· Expert talks on predator impacts, ecology, and practical control techniques

· Taxidermy display of native threatened species

Guest Speakers:

· Jodie Deely & John Anderson (DBCA): Threatened species talk + display

· Kate Duzevich (LBG): Pig Brig setup demonstration

· Jason Dearle (Blackwood Biosecurity Inc): Fox control methods & trap demo

· DBCA Invasive Animals Team: Feral cat control (speaker to be confirmed)

· DPIRD: Feral pig and deer control (speaker to be confirmed)

Important Info:

· Free event — registrations essential for catering and planning

· Please wear weather-appropriate clothing, hat and sturdy footwear

· BYO chair and water bottle

· Detailed directions and event updates will be provided to registered attendees

This event is part of the Saving Native Species in Wellington National Park Project, funded by the Australian Government’s Saving Native Species Program.