A COURSE on the ecology of box ironbark forests will be held in Nagambie on October 4-8.
Leading scientists and experts will cover the latest in research, changing conditions and the relationship between soils, plants and animals in box ironbark landscapes.
Now in its 13th year and run by the Department of Sustainability and Environment, the popular field-based course will also teach field techniques that improve observation and data collection skills.
Course instructors include wildlife researcher Jerry Alexander, DSE biodiversity manager Sue Berwick, soil scientist Cathy Botta and naturalist Garry Cheers.
DSE biodiversity leader Kate Stothers said box ironbark forests provided important habitat for a diverse array of flora and fauna.
Activities will include a night bat patrol with ecologist Lindy Lumsden, while landscape management, soil-health assessment and the impact of humans will be among the topics covered across the five days.
The course will take place at the Nagambie Lakes Leisure Park.
- For bookings, phone (03) 5761 1611.
