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2009 - 2010 Grants |
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The Friends of Fogg Dam Inc. are delighted with the success of two grants. 2009-10 NT EnvironmeNT Grant of $5,150.00 to hold another Field Day on 11 April, 2010. 2009-10 NT Heritage Grant of $5,000.00 to prepare a booklet about the Humpty Doo Rice Project. as well as a summary sheet, which can be dounloaded from the internet, with information about the sites of interest. THANK YOU NT GOVERNMENT |
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Next Fogg Dam Field Day: Sunday 11 April 2010 |
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The next Field Day is to be held on Sunday 11 April 2010, the weekend after Easter. Following the success of the 2008 Field Day and requests to make it a regular event, the next Field Day is currently being planned. We are most grateful for a 2009-10 EnvironmeNT Grant from the NT Government for the event. Watch for more details. |
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LAUNCH OF INTERPRETIVE SHELTER |
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On Thursday 23rd July approximately 60 people attended the official opening of an Interpretive Shelter about Fogg Dam outside Middle Point Village by the Hon. Alison Anderson MLA, the then NT Minister for Parks and Wildlife and Minister for Natural Resources, Environment and Heritage. Local member and Deputy Opposition Leader, Kezia Purick, and member for Nelson, Gerry Wood also attended.
Development of the Interpretive Shelter was made possible by a grant from Landcare/Australia Post to Friends of Fogg Dam Inc. The official launch of the shelter was undertaken by Friends of Fogg Dam with the Traditional owners, the Limilngan-Wulna people and Middle Point Primary School.
Art work of the signage was undertaken by local artist Jane Moore who lived in Kakadu for many years and has a long connection with Fogg Dam. The stunning front panel facing the road (Anzac Parade) shows Fogg Dam as a wildlife sanctuary and heritage site. Fogg Dam was declared a heritage site earlier this year. One large panel illustrates examples of wildlife finding sanctuary: in the water; on the floodplains; and in the paperbark and monsoon forests. The second large panel shows a history of ‘Living with this land.’ It has information about Indigenous land use, the Humpty Doo Rice Project and the threats and opportunities of today. Actual photos from the Humpty Doo Rice Project are shown. These were provided by Mr Ted Kilpatrick, one of the original rice farmers who lives in Darwin. A map of the area shows nearby tourist attractions.
After the official opening attendees were treated to an informative power point presentation on the history of Fogg Dam by students of Middle Point Primary School. This was followed by a corroboree by the Limilngan-Wulna people from Humpty Doo Station before morning tea at the school.
Friends of Fogg Dam Inc. was awarded an Landcare/Australia Post grant to develop the signage and purchase safety equipment and tools to help with maintenance of Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve.
A grant from the Telstra Shop Darwin City and Telstra Business Centre NT, enabled Friends of Fogg Dam Inc. to purchase a container to store their equipment adjacent to the Interpretive Shelter at Middle Point village. |
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FOGG DAM DECLARED A HERITAGE SITE |
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The Hon. Alison Anderson, MLA, Minister of Natural Resources, Environment and Heritage, has declared Fogg Dam a Heritage Site. May 2009. |
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WALKS & TALKS IN TOP END TERRITORY PARKS 2009 |
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GEORGE BROWN DARWIN BOTANIC GARDEN
Self-guided walks
Brochures are available from the orientation centre or from the historic Wesleyan Church.
1. Every tree has a story to tell. Primary path.
2. Self guided bird ID checklist.
CHARLES DARWIN NATIONAL PARK
Guided walk: Wednesday 1st, Friday 3rd, Monday 6th, Tuesday 7th, Thursday 16th July.
Time: 9am-10.30am
Meet at the picnic shelter.
Mangroves, Middens and more.
Join a ranger to discover there’s more to the mangroves than mud. Please wear shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting muddy.
CASUARINA COASTAL RESERVE
1. Guided walk: Friday 26th & Tuesday 30th June,
Friday 3rd, Monday 13th & Wednesday 15th July.
Time: 9am for 1.5 hours
Meet at Dripstone cliffs top carpark, Brinkin.
Bushtucker Breakfast
Coastal areas provide a range of resources like food, medicines and shelter. Join a Ranger to find out more about the cultural significance of this reserve.
2. Guided walk: Monday 29th June
Wednesday 1st, Friday 10th, Tuesday 14th, Thursday 16th July
Time: 9am for 1.5 hours
Meet at Dripstone cliffs top carpark, Brinkin.
Shifting Sands
Come along and find out about the shifting sands, seasonal changes, the diverse habitats and inhabitants.
LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK
1. Guided walk every Thursday and Saturday14th May to 26th September.
Time: 10am for 1 hour
Meet at termite mounds carpark.
Termites Unearthed
Discover fascinating insect worlds living in fire proof fortresses.
2. Slide Show every Wednesday night - 6th May to 30th September.
Time: 7pm for 1 hour
Meet at Wangi falls picnic area, (near the kiosk)
Litchfield: a taste of the Top End.
Bring along your picnic rug or chair and join a Ranger for a visual tour of Litchfield.
TERRITORY WILDLIFE PARK
There is an entry fee into the Park, but talks and displays are free. Please check the back of your Territory Wildlife Park map for daily presentations and talks or log onto www.territorywildlifepark.com.au for special school holiday programs and upcoming events.
Tucker Time at the Billabong
Time: 9.30am daily
Meet at the Billabong Rotunda
Have a go at hand feeding wild Barramundi.
The NEW Oolloo Sandbar
Time: 10.00am daily
Meet at the main station.
Experience hand feeding a freshwater whipray.
Birds of Prey Displays
Time: 11am and 2.30pm daily
Meet at the Flight Deck.
Meet the raptor inhabitants of the Park for a spectacular show of free flying birds. Different species of birds flown in each display.
NITMILUK NATIONAL PARK (LEILIYN – EDITH FALLS)
Slide Show Tuesday and Thursday evenings 30th April to 27th August.
Time: 7.30pm to 8pm
Meet at Leliyn (Edith Falls) picnic area. Bring a rug or chair.
Jawoyn Country – the wildlife, the culture and the management.
NITMILUK NATIONAL PARK (KATHERINE GORGE)
Nitmiluk Visitor Centre has an interpretive display and an information desk where you can have your questions answered by a Ranger.
GREGORY NATIONAL PARK
1. Slide Show Monday nights 1st June to 31st August.
Time: 7.30pm for 1 hour
Meet at Big Horse Creek camp ground.
Beyond the Bitumen
Travel from north to south on the big screen and experience the diversity of life and habitats in Gregory National Park.
Bring a chair.
2. Guided walk Thursday mornings 4th June to 27th August.
Time: 9.30am for 1 hour
Meet at Victoria River access (turn off 300m west of Victoria River Roadhouse.
Riparian Rambles
Stroll down to the Victoria River through a river corridor that hosts some special wildlife. Bring a hat, water and binoculars.
3. Guided walk Tuesday mornings 2nd June to 25th August
Time: 9.30am for 1 hour
Meet at Bullita Homestead
Cultural Connection
Join us for a walk through the past, present and future and discover what happens when two cultures collide. Bring a hat and water.
KEEP RIVER NATIONAL PARK
Campfire Talk Wednesday evenings 3rd June to 26th August
Time: 7.30pm for 1 hour
Meet at Gurrandalng camp ground.
Secrets of Keep River National Park
Bring your questions, a chair or rug and a mug for billy tea.
ELSEY NATIONAL PARK
Campfire Talk Thursday evenings 14th May to 30th July
Time: 7pm for 45 minutes
Meet at Jalmurak camp grounds
Roper Lifeline
Water is life and the mighty Roper River supports a whole lot of life. Bring your questions and a chair.
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