Monthly Archives: February 2008

Working Bee and Morning Tea at Majura Dams (16 March 2008)

[ March 16, 2008; 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] When: Sunday, 16 March 2008, from 9.00 to noon
Where: meet at the lower dam off Mackenzie Street nature park entrance, Hackett
Bring & Wear: sun protection, sturdy boots, and body covering clothing; all equipment will be provided
What: control of woody weeds and erosion around the Majura dams and creek line.
Enquiries: ph 6247 7515 or e-mail admin@majura.org

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Good Mothers and Family Life among the Huntsman Spiders (13 March 2008)

[ March 13, 2008; 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Report: Good Mothers and Family Life among the Huntsman Spiders

Talk: Dr. Linda S. Rayor, Cornell University, USA & Australian National University

When: Thursday, 13 March 2008, 7.30 pm to 9.00 pm
Where: Blue Gum School Friends Lounge, Hackett shops
Enquiries: ph 6247 7515 or e-mail admin@majura.org

The Australian huntsman spiders are diverse and fascinating! Learn about their basic biology [...]

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Walking with the Ants on Mount Majura (24 February 2008)

[ February 24, 2008; 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. ] Discover the ants living on Mount Majura on this expert guided walk.
When: Sunday 24 February 2008, 4.30 to 6.30 pm
Where: meet at Helms Place park entrance off Rivett Street, Hackett
Bring: sun protection, sturdy boots and a magnifying glass if you have one.
Kids (with adults) are especially welcome.
Places are limited, booking essential.

Booking and enquiries: ph 6247 [...]

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Talk: Along a Trail with Ants (21 February 2008)

[ February 21, 2008; 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Join ANU myrmecologist Ajay Narendra for a glimpse into the fascinating world of ants and learn about their amazing navigation skills.

When: Thursday, 21 February 2008, 7.30 to 9.00 pm
Where: Blue Gum School Friends Lounge, Hackett shops

Enquiries: ph 6247 7515 or e-mail admin@majura.org

The talk is part of a free lecture series
Hilltop to Backfence – Celebrating 5 [...]

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Working bee around the Majura dams (17 February 2008)

[ February 17, 2008; 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. ] Join Friends of Mt Majura for a morning tea and a working bee at the Majura dams.

When: Sunday, 17 February 2008, from 8.30am onwards
Where: meet at the lower dam off Mackenzie Street nature park entrance, Hackett
Bring & Wear: sun protection, sturdy boots, and body covering clothing; all equipment will be provided
What: control of woody weeds [...]

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