Calendar

The Current Calendar (below) includes FoG and related activities. To be kept fully up to date with FoG activities, become a member, get the newsletter and if you have email access you'll also get the FoG E-bulletin with all the latest news and information. If you have queries about any of the activities below, contact the person nominated, or Contact Us.

FoG visits many private or public properties during the year to assist in plant identification and management issues. These visits usually do not appear in the FoG program because we may not know what to expect at such sites and because they are usually arranged at short notice. If you are interested in participating in property visits, Contact Us.

Please advertise this information amongst your friends and networks and support our activities.

Non FoG members are welcome to participate in FoG events.

For any FoG activity you should register with the indicated contact, who can assist with directions and possibly car pooling. By registering you assist us to organise any catering and provide you with any other information that you may need, including late changes. For all FoG activities please supply your emergency contact person's details when registering.

Calendar

Summary of upcoming FOG Events

Sun 29 Mar 10am, Stromlo Woodland on Uriarra Rd - Eucs, birds and views with Rainer Rehwinkel. Register: margaret.ning@fog.org.au

Thurs 9 Apr 5.30-7.30pm, St Mark’s, Barton, Farewell to Sarah Sharp.

Mon 27 Apr, 9am,  Mt Ainslie Rd,  Woodland walk with Rainer Rehwinkel. Register: margaret.ning@fog.org.au

Summary of upcoming FOG Work parties

National Lands Group. Register: jamie.pittock@fog.org.au

Gurubung Dhaura

Budjan Galindji Grassland Nature Reserve (Franklin). Register: margaret.ning@fog.org.au

Hall Cemetery. Register: john.fitzgerald@fog.org.au

Top Hut TSR, near Cooma, NSW.  Contact: margaret.ning@fog.org.au

Or join us for the whole weekend, as we would like to get a lot done. Please join us.

Scottsdale Monitoring. Inquiries & contact: linda@xamax.com.au

Summary of Notices

Wed 18 Mar, 5.30 for 6pm start, FOG Annual General Meeting, Conservation Council Offices, Unit 14/26 Barry Drive, Ground Floor, Lena Karmel Lodge, Canberra City. Attendance and apologies (for catering purposes): secretary@fog.org.au with subject 'AGM 2026 – attendance/apology'.

Details of FOG Events

Sun 29 Mar 10am, Stromlo Woodland on Uriarra Rd - Eucs, birds and views with Rainer Rehwinkel.  Opposite Bluetts Block, and down Uriarra Road a bit, this is a beautiful patch that supports a floristically diverse Box-Gum Grassy Woodand, with some giant old-growth Yellow Box. Also Dry Forest on steeper slopes and old-growth Scribbly Gums. Another interesting woodland community is Mealy Bundies, also with old-growth trees.  This is a particularly good place to see woodland birds.  With sweeping views over the Brindabellas, those wanting a scenic bushwalk will not be disappointed. Register:  Margaret Ning: margaret.ning@fog.org.au

Thurs 9 Apr 5.30-7.30pm, St Mark’s, Farewell to Sarah Sharp. Hosted by FOG and the Conservation Council, join us for a farewell and thank you to Sarah Sharp for her 35 years of grassland conservation work in the ACT. To express interest in attending the event (for catering and venue numbers) contact Margaret, margaret.ning@fog.org.au, and keep an eye on FOG and Landcare SACT’s Facebook pages for further details and booking details.

Mon 27 Ap, 9am, Mt Ainslie Rd, Woodland walk with Rainer Rehwinkel. From the carpark just near the bottom of Mt Ainslie Rd, this walk goes through open woodland with big trees, loops around some dry forest, then back through some extremely beautiful old Scribblies back via open woodland.  Not much in flower this time of year, but a really lovely walk.  Register: Margaret Ning: margaret.ning@fog.org.au

Early warning of FOG future events

Nothing to report here.

Events and dates are indicative and may be subject to change. Details will be advised as more information is available.

Details of FOG work parties

Registration

Participants need to register for these events at least two days before the event, to confirm details of the starting locations or any last-minute changes. Note: work includes weeding, planting and rubbish removal. Herbicides are often used so these events are not suitable for young children. Tools are provided.  You need to wear gardening clothes (including hat) and solid footwear appropriate for the work and the weather, and bring your own drinking water. The work party convener may provide morning tea, making these pleasant social occasions. Events will be cancelled if the weather is unsuitable: a) the forecast is 35 deg C+, b) it is a total fire ban day, c) there is lightning, d) air quality is hazardous, or e) heavy rain.

National Lands Group Register: jamie.pittock@fog.org.au

FOG’s National Lands Group is responsible for work on National Lands (Gurubung Dhaura /Stirling Park, Scrivener’s Hut, State Circle, Blue Gum Point & Yarramundi Grassland) managed by the National Capital Authority and Blue Gum Point managed by ACT Transport Canberra and City Services (TCCS). Work parties with 10 to 30 participants held on Saturday mornings.

Gurubung Dhaura

Budjan Galindji Grassland Nature Reserve (Franklin) - Inquiries and registration: margaret.ning@fog.org.au

The Budjan Galindji Grassland Nature Reserve Parkcare Group is organised by FOG and ACT Parkcare. Work parties have largely focused on plant identification and removing weeds, and some planting of grasses and forbs is planned. We are working closely with the Rangers. This is a great opportunity for participants in the group to learn about grassland plants and weeds and their management, and more generally how to restore our precious grasslands, including selecting, growing, and reintroducing plants.  Work parties are from 9-11.30am on the first and fourth Wednesday of the month.

Hall Cemetery - Inquiries and registration: john.fitzgerald@fog.org.au

FOG has held regular work parties at Hall Cemetery since 2009, aiming to remove weeds and restore the native grasses and wild flowers that were once present. Work parties are held from 9am-11am. You need to bring your own working tool, and dress sensibly.

Top Hut TSR, near Cooma, NSW.  Contact: margaret.ning@fog.org.au

Or join us for the whole weekend, as we would like to get a lot done. Please join us.

Scottsdale Monitoring.  Inquiries & contact: linda@xamax.com.au

Details of Notices

Wed 18 Mar, 5.30 for 6pm start, FOG Annual General Meeting, Conservation Council Offices, Unit 14/26 Barry Drive, Ground Floor, Lena Karmel Lodge, Canberra City

Starting with nibbles and drinks (provided) the AGM will start at 6pm. Everyone is invited to stay on for more eating, drinking and catching up afterwards. Attendance and apologies (for catering purposes): secretary@fog.org.au with subject AGM 2026 – attendance/apology

Please advertise these events among your friends and networks. Non FoG members are welcome to FoG events. For inquiries or if you have an item to include, please Contact Us