Question 1

What COVID-19, colds and flu precautions are being taken?

Accepted Answer

To join in on the fun you’ll need to be prepared to follow current health advice, as well as guidelines on hygiene and social distancing. To help keep our volunteers, community and staff well, we encourage all participants at our events to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Question 2

If I feel unwell on the day, can I come?

Accepted Answer

Please do not attend and call/text the event coordinator Sue Tardif (0490 747 665) to let her know.

Question 3

Can I bring someone else with me?

Accepted Answer

Family and friends are welcome. We ask that everyone who attends registers. Registrations can be made up to 24 hours before an event. We acknowledge that not everyone will have their own transport. Drivers who attend with you must also join the event. NB the venue is not suitable to drop people off.

Question 4

Is there a minimum number for an activity to proceed?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We rarely need to postpone an event, but at the discretion of the activity leader we may do so. In the event of a postponement, you will be advised with at least 24 hours notice.

Question 5

I don't have any special gear. Will I need it?

Accepted Answer

All activities are planned so that very little 'special' equipment is needed, and you can replicate the techniques we use elsewhere. Coming prepared for the outdoors is the key requirement. Check out your registration confirmation for items  to bring, or apps to download beforehand.

Question 6

Can I take and share photos?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no. We always ask parents/care-givers permission to use photos of children (and adults), and ask everyone to respect the same principles. We'd love you to share with us your photos of the plants and animals you see via our iNaturalist project 'Yellingbo and surrounds'.

Question 7

Will toilets be available?

Accepted Answer

Not for most events. Unless stated otherwise in details of the day's event, expect that it will be a 'bush toilet' event, and come prepared.

Question 8

Do we carpool?

Accepted Answer

Rarely. Our on-ground events are planned so that we rarely need to do this. Whilst COVID-19 is still part of our lives, facemasks will be required in the rare situations where we carpool short distances. NB children cannot be transported by anyone other than their own family/guardian.

Question 9

Under what circumstances would you cancel an activity?

Accepted Answer

Our extreme weather cancellation policy applies - all activities are automatically cancelled on days of Total Fire Ban or if winds are expected to be 50 km/h or more. In addition, there's no prizes for toughing it out. If it's too wet or local conditions unsuitable, we will text you.

Question 10

Are events child and all-ability friendly?

Accepted Answer

For many events, yes! Our events operate within a gated and locked Conservation Area, that is primarily managed for plants and animals, hence not all areas are suitable for children or those who have difficulty with uneven, rocky tracks. The event details give further information.

Question 11

Can I ask another question?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! At any time, please text Sue your question. Please be aware that Sue works 1 day p/wk. Her phone will be turned on the day prior to an event, but turned off after 5pm.

Citizen Science morning - Bird and Frog survey. Education Centre-Tk 4, YNCA