The Nature Steward program runs for 10-week program and will introduce you to your local and wider Victorian ecosystems and natural places, including:
- Rocks and soils
- Fungi, plants, and animals
- Climate change and seasons
- Ways to care for Country and manage private property
- Being a citizen scientist, conservation volunteer, advocate for nature, or a nature guide
- How and where you can get outdoors and volunteer in your area
This program is open to anyone over the age of 18, however preference is currently given to residents of the council areas.
This program will teach you about your local environment, give you the opportunity to meet like-minded people, and find ways to get outdoors and volunteer!
Autumn Program:
When: May 7 – July 16 (excluding Queen’s Birthday long weekend)
Saturday classes: 9.30am – 12.30pm, Field sessions to follow approx. 1.00pm – 4.30pm on 14 May, 18 May, 25 June, and 9 July
Where: to be advised
Cost: Knox Council resident environmental volunteer: $45 flat rate
Knox Council resident, non-environmental volunteer: $175 flat rate
Non-Knox Council Resident: $350 full fee; $90 Concession*
*Conc.: healthcare card holder, pensioner & full-time student
