Wetland Frog Adventure🐸

Have you heard the call of the Growling Grass Frog? Would you like to learn how to recognise frog calls and learn about how you can help protect frogs?

Join us for a sunset walk to listen to the frogs of Deanside wetlands. There will be hands-on activities to help you discover the wonderful world of frogs. You will learn to identify and record frog calls, and maybe even spot one or two!

Why attend?

• Discover the frogs of Deanside Wetlands 🐸

• Find out about fascinating Growling Grass Frogs

• Learn about why frogs are an important part of healthy waterways 🏞

• Use the Frog Census App to record frogs and help build our understanding of the frogs living around Aintree Frog Census 

What's on:

• Frog tour and recording – explore the wetland after dark and learn how to identify species from their calls and capture their sounds using the Frog Census App.

What to bring:

• Smartphone with the Frog Census app downloaded

• Comfortable outdoor clothing, long sleeves advised, and enclosed sturdy shoes. Please check weather forecasts in lead up to the event. The event will still go ahead if raining 💧

• Torch or headlamp for evening spotting

Meeting point 📍

Featherwood Park, 75 Featherwood Drive, Aintree VIC 3336

Please arrive at 6:50 pm for a prompt 7 pm start.

Register now! This is a FREE event, but spaces are limited. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with Melbourne’s urban biodiversity ✨

Please note: This event is family-friendly and suitable for children from 5 years of age. Children under 18 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. Nearest public toilets at Frontier Recreation Reserve 2 min drive, 1.2 km.  

Photo Credit: Peter Robinson

Organised by Melbourne Water