Walking Together for Rakali

Threatened Species Conservancy

Join the Threatened Species Conservancy for a walk along the Elster Canal Path to learn about surveying Rakali (water rats)

Elwood Canal Linear Reserve

A series of citizen science events across Port Philip Bay/Nairm monitoring Rakali distributions an habitats

Join the Threatened Species Conservancy at the Elster Canal where you will learn about the unique and misunderstood semi-aquatic rodent the Rakali (Hydromys chrysogaster). You will learn how to monitor and record sightings of the Rakali using an app on your phone or tablet. The data you record will contribute to a better understanding of their habitat around the Nairm/Port Philip Bay area.M﻿eet at the Elwood Canal Linear ReserveSaturday the 20 of May at 11amPlease bring a fully charged smartphone or tablet with data enabled. We will be using the app Proofsafe. If you can , download this prior to the event, otherwise we can help you do so on the dayWe will be outdoors so please wear clothing appropriate for the weatherThis is a family friendly event and we encourage children to come alongWe acknowledge that we meet on the traditional lands of the Bunurong peoples and pay our respects to their Elders.

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