Outing Report - Black Rock Scrub, 18 September 2021

Magnificent views on the way to Black Rock Scrub
(2 pics have been made into a collage so the join is a bit wonky) 

A good turn out of members and visitors took to their 4WDs to climb the hills to Black Rock Scrub. What views there were on the way up.

Carpet Python (Morelia spilota)

Once we arrived it was time for morning tea and we were joined by a sparkling Carpet Python, his new skin shining in the sun.

The beautiful vine scrub

The lure of the scrub could not be ignored and it wasn't long before we were wandering through this patch of virgin vine scrub. As usual, the Natters scattered depending on their interests - photography, botany, birdwatching, searching for insects,

or just plain rambling in the bush.

Bark of a mature Prickly Pine
(Bursaria incana)

  

    Watch this space, more to come.

September Outing - Black Rock Scrub, Coochin

Black Rock Creek area

Back to Black Rock! We are going back to one of our all-time favourites.

The Black Rock Scrub is a large dry vine scrub located on the side of a hill, with many different and interesting flora species. Compared to most local scrubs, Black Rock Scrub is large (40 acres) and clean of most environmental weeds.

Time: Meet at 9 am at the property.

Where: Coochin

Directions: This is private property. Please contact us for directions.

Activities: Tree identification, birdwatching and photography. There is a view from the top of the hill above the scrub for those with a bit more energy. There will be birds, butterflies, and biscuits. Flat walking tracks go through the scrub to the other side. You can scramble if you want to go higher up or lower down. 

Level of Fitness: All fitness levels are catered for.

Facilities: No luxuries, only lavo-trees.

What to Bring: Bring water, morning tea and lunch and chairs. We will have lunch at the edge of the scrub where it is flat, before heading back down and going home. Also bring insect repellent (especially ticks) and the usual first-aid stuff, etc.

Upon Arrival: Please register in the Attendance Book and pay your $2 per person participant fee. 

COVID-19 regulations apply 

Please stay at home if you have any flu-like symptoms