Feral Horses in the Victorian High Plains
Wild Brumbies in the Alpine National Park are causing unprecedented damage to the bogs in the Victorian High Plains. These delicate environments are the habitat of several unique orchids and other Alpine plants. Damage to these environments will take many years to recover even after the threats are reversed. The quicker the government acts to remove these threats the better chance we have to save these once pristine habitats.
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Feral Horses in the High Country
CONSERVATION GROUPThe Conservation Group is highly active with activities planned throughout the year. Activities are more loosely organised than the other groups due to the nature of conservation work. Monitoring normally needs to be carried out at the peak of the flowering season, not necessarily when it is convenient for members. Likewise weed management should be carried out at the optimum time of year to be most effective. All members are welcome to join our conservation activities, however some activities are limited to the number we can have on site. This is to protect the orchids from potential trampling. Other activities such as searching for rare and endangered orchids usually require as many members as possible to increase our chances of finding them. Our conservation activities involve monitoring, searching, site management, weed management, translocation and propagation. Our emphasis is always on managing the orchid sites to help maintain their natural environment. Our activities are conducted in close association with the relevant management authorities such as the Department of Environment Land Water and Planning (DELWP), Parks Victoria and Local Councils. Working with these authorities helps foster good relationships between Government and volunteers as well as ensuring that we do our best for the orchids. Many of our projects are funded by government grants. |
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 ContactConservation Coordinator - Garry French. If you have any questions about the Conservation Group or wish to find out more about the group's activities, contact Richard. Alternatively, become a member of ANOS Vic. to receive your copy of the Bulletin which publishes details about these and other upcoming events. For information relating to the Conservation Group please contact Garry French |