The Fassifern Field Naturalists Club Inc. would like to acknowledge the Yugarapul People, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which our Club is founded, and pay our respects to their Elders past and present, their languages, customs, culture and connection to this wonderful country.

Tuesday 28 March 2023

April Outing: Wyaralong Shoreline Trail - Off Knehr Road Coulson, Saturday 15 April 2023

Ready to start
on one of our previous outings to Wyaralong.
Time: 8 am for 8.30 am start   

Where: the carpark at the western end of the Shoreline Trail

Directions: 
Knehr road is gravel with some small hills and winding parts to the road, however suitable for 2-wheel drive vehicles except after heavy rain.
From Boonah: drive along the Ipswich/Boonah Road approx. 7 km and turn right onto the Beaudesert/Gold Coast Road, drive 4.4km then turn left onto Old Beaudesert Road (western end). Drive 0.6kms then turn right onto Knehr Road. Drive 0.9km and then turn right, follow this section of road which goes over a flood causeway for another 0.9 km. Turn right again and follow the track down to the gate at the start of the trail and dam. Meet here.
From Beaudesert: Look for the Old Beaudesert Road turn off just towards the end of the newer section of the Beaudesert/Boonah Road, turn right here and follow the instructions above.

Activities: this is a popular easy walk, mostly a flat track. You can walk, stroll, while making your observations, as well as photograph, or just sit on a chair relaxing while watching the wild life. It is a shared trail, so watch for horses and a rare mountain bike.

Level of Fitness: 
easy walk, mostly a flat track.

Facilities: The nearest amenities are at Lilybrook Recreation area approx. 2-3 km from our turn off into Old Beaudesert Rd.

What to Bring: suitable clothing and footwear for walking in the bush, sunscreen, insect repellant, water, morning tea and lunch, chair, and the usual naturalist stuff of your choice; binoculars, camera, field guides, notebook, etc.

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

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