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Events in May 2021
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Nature Journaling Workshop
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Nature Journaling Workshop
Henderson Environmental CentreGroat StNorth Beach,Take some time out for yourself to cultivate curiosity and deepen your connection with the natural world through the practice of nature journaling.
Through observation and wonder, nature journaling allows you to express creativity using words, pictures and numbers. You will develop a nourishing connection with nature which is known to improve physical and mental wellbeing. Nature journaling encourages a growth mindset by forming new neural pathways through learning new skills and rewiring the brain.
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The group will gather at the environmental centre in Star Swamp Reserve which is a declared Bush Forever site featuring tuart, jarrah, marri and banksia woodlands. On arrival, you will be invited to switch off your phone to allow yourself to be fully present.πWe will commence the workshop with a guided meditation to engage the senses and tune in to the rhythms of nature.
πFollowing meditation we will take a gentle wander with nature to notice, inspire creativity or just be.
πThen you will be encouraged to allow your creativity to flow through a series of guided nature journaling activities.
πThere will be opportunities for insight, through reflection and discussion with others.
πThe nature journaling workshop will conclude with afternoon tea.
You will be guided by Belinda, a certified Forest Therapy Guide, Meditation Facilitator and environmental scientist. Belinda, through her own nature journaling practise, has developed a profound connection with nature and a greater awareness that we are part of something greater than ourselves.
ππ πππ₯ππ π: Henderson Environmental Centre, Groat Street, North Beach
ππππ: 2-4pm
βπ π€π₯: $45 per person
The workshop is beginner friendly. No prior experience with meditation, drawing or journaling is required.
All materials will be supplied.
Wear warm, comfortable clothing. Be prepared for the weather, bring a rain coat.
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Bird photo session with Georgina Steytler
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Bird photo session with Georgina Steytler
Herdsman Lake Wildlife CentreCnr Flynn St & Selby StWembley,Join me for a fun and 100% dinki di FREE bird photography session at Herdies! I'll do some demonstrations of basic techniques (bring your cameras), answer any and all your questions on any topic (birds in flight, low light photography, market manipulation offences, price of bitcoin...) and, in particular, show you how to use light creatively to get high impact images like this one of a Great Crested Grebe taken at Herdsman Lake last year (Repeat this after me: "Creative Light Creates Drama"). Not only that, everyone attending will get a CHEAT SHEET of my top tips for getting artistic 'light-filled' bird images, whether it be backlight, sidelight, soft light, silhouettes, bokeh or even harsh light.
What's the catch? I am excited to be part of an International judging panel for a new monthly photography competition called WildArt Photographer of the Year (www.wildartpoty.com) and it just so happens that MAY is my month and my nominated theme is 'LIGHT! I rather rashly promised the organisers that I will raise the most money for my nominated charity: Bush Heritage Australia! So all I ask from you in return is to learn, be inspired and hopefully get some sock-rocking amazing images to enter into the May competition.
Ps: I am especially keen to get young people along as they are our conservation future so if you know any budding photographers be sure to bring them along!
Where: Front of Herdsman Lake Discovery Centre (lake side) on the lawn (Cnr Flynn and, Selby St, Wembley WA)
When: Saturday, 15th May 2021 at 9am for a couple of hoursBird photo session with Georgina Steytler–
Bird photo session with Georgina Steytler
Herdsman Lake Wildlife CentreCnr Flynn St & Selby StWembley,Join me for a fun and 100% dinki di FREE bird photography session at Herdies! I'll do some demonstrations of basic techniques (bring your cameras), answer any and all your questions on any topic (birds in flight, low light photography, market manipulation offences, price of bitcoin...) and, in particular, show you how to use light creatively to get high impact images like this one of a Great Crested Grebe taken at Herdsman Lake last year (Repeat this after me: "Creative Light Creates Drama"). Not only that, everyone attending will get a CHEAT SHEET of my top tips for getting artistic 'light-filled' bird images, whether it be backlight, sidelight, soft light, silhouettes, bokeh or even harsh light.
What's the catch? I am excited to be part of an International judging panel for a new monthly photography competition called WildArt Photographer of the Year (www.wildartpoty.com) and it just so happens that MAY is my month and my nominated theme is 'LIGHT! I rather rashly promised the organisers that I will raise the most money for my nominated charity: Bush Heritage Australia! So all I ask from you in return is to learn, be inspired and hopefully get some sock-rocking amazing images to enter into the May competition.
Ps: I am especially keen to get young people along as they are our conservation future so if you know any budding photographers be sure to bring them along!
Where: Front of Herdsman Lake Discovery Centre (lake side) on the lawn (Cnr Flynn and, Selby St, Wembley WA)
When: Saturday, 15th May 2021 at 9am for a couple of hours - -
Cry Of The Forests Movie Screening
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Cry Of The Forests Movie Screening
Ace Cinemas Midland Gate274 Great Eastern HwyMidland,The forests of the south west of Western Australia are found no where else on earth. They are part of one of the most biodiversity rich hotspots on the planet but they are under threat.
Logging is decimating these special places, turning the forests into wastelands. We are clearing our forests at an alarming rate and most of the logs end up as sawmill waste, charcoal or wood chips. Just 15 per cent is turned into quality furniture.
Meanwhile climate change is impacting on the south west and rainfall is declining. The forests play a vital role in creating the rain that feeds the streams, environment and agricultural industries
Yet these magnificent forests are excellent stores of carbon.
$20.00 AUD Admission + $2.00 booking fee = $22.00
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Mini Beasts with Eco Action
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Mini Beasts with Eco Action
Cockburn Integrated Health11 Wentworth ParadeSuccess,In this hands-on workshop you will be able to interact up close with a range of mini-beasts including stick insects, giant burrowing cockroaches, beetles, caterpillars and more. Learning how crucial invertebrates are for creating healthy soil ecosystems through observing soil and compost samples.
$5 per person
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Patti the Pig - It's Not All Rubbish Kids Show
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Patti the Pig - It's Not All Rubbish Kids Show
Coolbellup Community Hub90 Cordelia AveCoolbellup,Join Patti the Pig, Jenny and Terry the Possum on an educational journey that teaches children under 7 about looking after the environment, with an emphasis on recycling and waste reduction.
Through age appropriate story, song and dance, these interactive activities will encourage children to explore and develop an understanding of the role they can play in looking after the environment.
Featuring original nursery rhymes and songs, this workshop is not to be missed by your little ones!
Cost $5