Friends of Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary – Working Bee

Join the Friends of the Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary for morning of bush care in Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary National Park - Winaityinaityi Pangkara as we celebrate the park as our Park of the Month.

Winaityinaityi Pangkara means ‘a country for all birds and the country that surrounds these birds’ in the language of the Kaurna people. The Bird Sanctuary sits right at the southern end of the East Asian-Australasian Fly­way (EAAF) and is one of the key feeding and roosting sites for migratory birds who use the fly­way each year. Birds fly from as far as Siberia and Alaska, passing through 22 countries. The area acts as a crucial habitat on this migratory route which is used by more than 5 million birds a year, 27,000 of which call the Bird Sanctuary home.

The working bee will contribute to the revegetation of former vehicle tracks with planting of local trees, shrubs and samphire in the Parham area. The works will assist in preventing further damage to the ecologically significant mudflats (sabkas) from unauthorised vehicle access. The working bee will also include watering of previous planting and weed removal.

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Accessibility

A moderate level of fitness is required. This activity will not be suitable for wheelchair users or people with limited mobility.

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Who is this event for?

This activity is for all ages.

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Meeting Point

Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary National Park -  Winaityinaityi Pangkara
Port Parham Sports and Social Club, Port Parham Road, Parham

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What to Bring:

• Enclosed shoes/boots
• Loose fitting long pants
• Long-sleeved shirt
• Sun protection (hat, sun glasses, sunscreen)
• Gardening gloves
• Insect repellent
• Water (minimum 1 litre per person)
• Snacks for morning tea
• Fly net head covering (optional)

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Important:

• NPWS aims to provide inclusive events and activities for all, however some of our events do have specific requirements for participants. Please see the activity description and accessibility information to check if the event is suitable for you. If you require additional support to participate in the activity, please contact dew.parkofthemonth@sa.gov.au in advance.
• This event will be cancelled in the event of severe weather or a total fire ban being declared in the Mid North Fire Ban District.