Smiths Gully
Landcare Group
Getting Involved
Smiths Gully Landcare welcomes you to get involved and connect with our community and environment.
Our Landcare Group offers individuals a unique opportunity to contribute to environmental conservation while fostering a sense of community. Participating in hands-on projects such as tree planting, weed control, and habitat restoration allows members to directly impact their local ecosystem.
These activities promote biodiversity and enhance the health of the landscape, which is particularly important in the face of climate change and habitat loss.
Being part of a Landcare Group connects individuals with like-minded people who share a passion for the environment. It provides an avenue for learning about sustainable practices and ecological management from experienced members and professionals.
Getting involved with Landcare can also lead to the development of valuable employment skills, strengthen community ties, and inspire others to take action toward environmental stewardship.
Engaging with a Landcare Group is not only beneficial for the environment but also enriches personal well-being through social connection and shared purpose.
There are many ways to contribute to our group either big or small. Attending community planting day, taking photos in nature, or simply take the time to spread the word about Landcare in your area to help support and enhance Smiths Gully Landcare initiatives.
Your involvement, no matter how small, can make a significant difference in promoting environmental stewardship and fostering a healthy ecosystem for all.
Amazing Activities we do…
Weed Control - Weed control in natural bush areas involves carefully managing unwanted plant species to restore and maintain the ecological balance. By removing invasive weeds, we can support indigenous flora and promote biodiversity, ensuring that these environments thrive naturally while providing valuable habitat for local wildlife. It is a meaningful way to engage with the land and contribute to the health of our ecosystems.
Revegetation - Revegetation in natural bush areas can be a fun, engaging, and rewarding activity, allowing participants to foster a deeper connection with nature while helping to effectively restore important habitats and promote biodiversity in their local ecosystems.
Night Walks - Night walks are an enjoyable way to discover unique biodiversity, as the cooler temperatures and darkness encourage a range of native animals to emerge that might otherwise stay concealed during daylight hours.
Wildflower Walks - Join our wildflower walks to explore the beauty and diversity of native plants and orchids. Deepen your connection to the local ecosystem, get inspiration for your garden and learn about our pollinators.
Social Working Bees - Smiths Gully Landcare value having social aspects to each event. Making sure there is always time to chat, laugh and enjoy some light refreshments.
Frequently Asked Questions about Joining Smiths Gully Landcare
1. Do I need to live in Smiths Gully to join?
No, living in Smiths Gully is NOT a requirement to join. In fact, Smiths Gully Landcare welcomes anyone to join in.
2. Do I need to be a member to participate?
Yes. Becoming a member of Smiths Gully Landcare, by paying a small annual membership fee of $15 per person or $20 for family.
3. What are the benefits of being a member?
Membership has many benefits. The biggest one is that you are covered by insurance, when attending any Landcare events. Smiths Gully members also remain updated on current grant opportunities, events, training workshops and environmental news. Becoming a member also allows you access to loan a wide range of tools from the group as well as support in environmental projects.
4. Do I need to have environmental knowledge or experience?
No prior experience is necessary to join Smiths Gully welcome individuals of all skill levels and backgrounds and provide training and support to help you get involved. In fact, having other skills and knowledge can be helpful. If you are a photographer, have an understanding of managing social media, or financial knowledge are examples of how a variety of skills and knowledge can greatly help support Landcare groups.
5. How much time do I need to commit?
Time commitments can vary based on the group's schedule and your level of involvement that you are able to commit based on your life and work balance. Some members participate in occasional events, while others may take on more regular roles. It is important to find a balance that works for you. Remember that there are many ways to support Landcare, attending every event is not a requirement.
Every contribution, big or small, plays a valuable role in supporting our mission.
What makes Smiths Gully Landcare so successful is a willing sense of co-operation among like-minded neighbours and volunteers to restore, conserve and revegetate the local area - what "community" is really all about!
Conserve our biodiversity
We aim to protect and enhance our environmental biodiversity of our local area by planting local plants, and removing invasive species.
Knowledge sharing
We continue to learn and share our knowledge so we may continue to grow and ready the next generation of environmentalists.
Celebrate Cultural, Historic and Biodiversity Significance
We celebrate Cultural, Historic and Biodiversity Significance.
Statement of Purpose
Smiths Gully Landcare aims to conserve Indigenous Flora and Fauna by protecting, enhancing biodiversity values and advocating the protection of our beautiful local Flora and Fauna. We strive to engender a sprit of co-operation between a diversity of land users and encourage sustainable land management practices. We will promote awareness, celebrate and protect areas of cultural, historic and biodiversity significance and embrace knowledge sharing.