Category Archives: Nature

Yeramba Lagoon Ramble – 7 March 2017

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Dave Noble

This was an activity of the National Parks Association of NSW and led by Brian Everingham. On the trip it was very good to have along quite a few experts in the area – the tracks around the lagoon and its history, … Continue reading →

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Wolli Creek Walk – 16 February 2017

Posted on February 18, 2017 by Dave Noble

After visiting Sassafras Gully the day before, I thought it may be worth a walk along the Two Valleys Track at Wolli Creek. I did not expect to see much fungi, but was on the lookout for birds and insects. The … Continue reading →

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Taronga Zoo – Visit on 14 February 2017

Posted on February 18, 2017 by Dave Noble

A wet day was forecast, so I thought a visit to the zoo could be nice. If there was rain – then I could shelter looking at the indoor animals such as the nocturnal house and reptile house. My previous … Continue reading →

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Nature at Sassafras Gully – 8 January 2017

Posted on January 12, 2017 by Dave Noble

I joined Wendy on a walk down Sassafras Gully at Springwood, and we had a most fascinating outing. I was hoping to see some orchids – we did. We spotted two nice species not long after setting out down the track … Continue reading →

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Antlions

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Dave Noble

I have recently been investigating antlions. When I was a science teacher, I often used to get year 7 students to find and collect ant lions from the playground and then set them up in the lab and feed them … Continue reading →

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