A series of four free guided walks will be held over coming weeks for those interested in learning about their local environment and how to help care for our local creeks that flow into the Lane Cove River.
“The quality of the creeks and water that flows through them is affected by the decisions we make in our homes, gardens and communities,” the Mayor said.
“The design of our gardens and buildings, the plants we choose and the chemicals we use can make a big difference to the health of our creeks. Urban development impacts the natural flow of water through the landscape. The guided bushwalks reveal natural and man made aspects of our creeks.”
The guided walks are part of the City of Ryde Catchment Connections program, a three-year project that covers the Terrys Creek, Mars Creek, Shrimptons Creek and Buffalo Creek catchments – all tributaries of the Lane Cove River.
The project aims to reconnect the community with their catchment through an exciting program of workshops, guided bushwalks, bush regeneration and restoration activities.
Bookings are essential and places are limited.
- Shrimptons Creek Walk, North Ryde – Sat 13th June 1.30pm – 3.30pm
(3.4km, Easy grade)
- Terrys Creek Walk, Eastwood – Sunday 5th July 1.30pm – 3.30pm
(2.9km, Medium grade with some creek crossings on stepping stones)
- Mars Creek Walk, North Ryde – Sun 2 August 12.30 – 2.30pm, following National Tree Day planting at Marsfield Park optional
(3.4km, Easy to medium grade, one creek crossing)
- Buffalo Creek Walk, Gladesville – Sat 22 August 1.30pm – 3.30pm
(3.4km, Medium grade)
Catchment Connections is a partnership between the City of Ryde, Hornsby Shire and Hunters Hill Councils with funding through the NSW Government’s Environmental Trust.
For more information or to make a booking contact Customer Service on 9952 8222.
