Friends of the Wooditjup Bilya- Orchid Outing

Locals can learn about the wonders of our endemic orchids at the latest free community event as part of Nature Conservation Margaret River Region’s exciting Friends of Wooditjup Bilya program.

Tickets are free and registrations are open now for the event from 9.30am-12.30pm on Thursday, September 18,

It’ll feature a one hour guided walk with orchid conservationist and Wildflower Society of WA expert Brian Trainer near the Margaret River, and then participants will have the chance to get their hands dirty with valuable conservation work to promote orchid regeneration.

Following a career in the medical field, Mr. Trainer has been immersed in orchid conservation with a focus on the Capes region, working with Kings Park, the Adopt an Orchid Project and the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions to protect threatened and priority orchids.

Friends of Wooditjup Bilya program coordinator Lauren Scanlon said the event would “take a deep dive into our incredible orchids, their uniqueness, their character, sexual deception for pollinators and most importantly how to promote their protection, enhancement, and create the best conditions for orchid regeneration in conservation”.

If you missed it last year, now is your chance to dive into the fascinating world of orchids and pollination with local expert Brian Trainer. Mr Trainers passion for orchids and his quest to share awareness so that they may be conserved is deeply inspiring, a talk not to be missed.  "Brian is a knowledgeable orchid buff, and like many self-taught experts his excitement and delight in discovering something new is palpable. It's also infectious.  Fall in love with orchids with Brian, and learn how we can all be orchid custodians, how we can all ensure our biodiverse beauties not only are protected but are enhanced and their recovery supported throughout the region.

You can also purchase copies of local author Jane Scott’s wildflower books. A small donation from each book sale will go directly to restoring the Margaret River,

Please note before you book a ticket: The Friends of WB events are very popular and sell out quickly, with lengthy waitlists every month.  To ensure as many people as possible can have these opportunities, please only book a ticket if you are confident that you are able to attend. Please ensure each ticket has a different name allocated to it and please let us know if you are unable to attend. Children must be accompanied by a parent. Event location and instructions will be sent to all registered participants prior to the event. Participants must have sturdy shoes, hat and water bottle. Tickets are free, and donations are most welcome. Every donation dollar goes back into restoring the Margaret River.

For more information contact: Lauren Scanlon, Friends of Wooditjup Bilya coordinator, at lauren.scanlon@natureconservation.org.au 

This program is funded by the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River through the Environmental Management Fund, with thanks to Coles Margaret River for sponsoring the morning tea.

For more information about the Wildflower Society, visit:
Wildflower Society of Western Australia – Helping you to know, grow, enjoy and conserve Western Australia's wildflowers

To become a member, and support the work of the Wildflower Society, visit:
https://linktr.ee/sw.capes.wil...

For more information about the Western Australian Native Orchid Study and Conservation Group (Inc) visit: 
Western Australian Native Orchid Study & Conservation Group (Inc) » Western Australian Native Orchid Study and Conservation Group Inc.

For more information about the Friends of Wooditjup Bilya Program, visit:
Conserving the Margaret River - Nature Conservation Margaret River Regio

With grateful thanks to the Shire of Augusta Margaret River's Environmental Management Fund:
Environmental Management Fund (EMF) Grants | Shire of Augusta Margaret River