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Dec 19

Friends of Edwardes Lake litter collection & water bugs discovery

Date & Time
19 December 2021 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Timezone
(UTC+11:00) Australia/Sydney

Meet at the Friends of Edwardes Lake sign, Griffiths St Reservoir - see Google map.

We first be collecting the litter then conducting litter sort so we can upload the data into LitterWatch portal.
https://www.litterwatchvictoria.org.au/
 
After the litter sort is completed there will be an opportunity to discover some local Waterbugs.
If you do wish to participate in the litter collection, please sure that you;
1. Bring your own gloves
2. Wear suitable sturdy, closed toed shoes, long sleeves and long pants
3. Are sun smart with a hat, protective clothing and sunscreen
4. Register your details on the clipboard when you arrive (name, email address and phone number) for insurance and for COVID contact tracing purposes, before picking up litter
5. Do not enter the water. The water can hold hidden dangers. Instead take a photo of any litter in the water and post it to this group to be sent to council for collection
6. Do not enter tall grass. Tall grass can hold hidden dangers such as holes and snakes. You may also risk stepping, crushing and possibly killing smaller reptiles and amphibians who may call the tall grass home
7. Remember to take before and after photos of the areas you clean
We will be collecting litter for about 1.5 hour 9.00am am to 11.30am then finishing the litter sorting. There is no expectation to stay for any length of time, every bit helps!
 
All are welcome to join. We look forward to seeing you.

Any questions - phone Kate 0401 752 344

Event Type
litter clean up, waterbugs
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