EASTER CAMP 2011 – 'The Oaks' Yetman.
The Easter Camp was held at
"The Oaks", 20km north of Yetman. The property
contains large areas of Spinifex, heath land, dry
sclerophyll forest, open grasslands and secluded dams.
A number fo ephemeral wetlands were found adjacent to the
property and Dthinna Dthinnawan National Park formed the
southern boundary.
A special feature of the
property was a VIB (very important bird) greeting by
"Magpie" the barking magpie! The Magpie 'Maggie' barks like
the family dog and loved to inspect each car, ten and
caravan.
Sixteen atlassers took part
in the camp for Good Friday until Easter Tuesday. Twenty-two
ten minute blocks were atlassers, with a total of 141
species recorded. The property itself was diverse and a
total of 81 species was recorded there.
Bird highlights included
Spotted Harrier, Glossy Black-cockatoo, Barn Owl, Speckled
Warbler, White-eared Honeyeater, Hooded Robin, Ground
Cuckoo-Shrike, Little Woodswallow, Plum-headed Finch and
Golden-headed Cisticola.
Thanks to the landholders
for the use of their shearing shed and facilities, and
access to areas of the excellent property.
NEXT CAMP:
Christmas 2011, HILLVILLE, 30km SE of Taree
The 2012
Christas
camp will be held from 26 Dec 2011 until 1 Jan 2011. Our campsite and base of operations will be
private property approx 30km SE of Taree NSW.
There
is one cabin (flushing toilet and kitchen facilities),
camping spots, a rainwater tank and dam.
To get there:
head out the Buckett's Way (towards Gloucester) and travel
11.3km tot he Hillville Road turnoff. Turn south into
Hillville Road, travel a further 4.1km tot he end of the
bitumen and continue a further 1.6km tot he property
entrance on the right (opposite no. 569 Hillville Road).
Look for the NSWBA sign. Head through the gate and down to
the cabin.
The
cabin has two bedrooms with double beds. These are $5 per
couple per night. Bring your own linen & pillows. Book with
the Activities officer ASAP.
The
cost for campers/caravaners is $2 per night.
Contact: Rod Cox - Activities officer
