GrazFert is a program developed for grazing farmers by AgVIC and includes: Identification and mapping of farm management zones on your property, Assessment of soil fertility status and trends on your property, Soil testing and analysis by qualified AgVIC and or/landcare staff, Development of a Farm Nutrient Budget and Farm Nutrient Management Plan in conjunction with you the farmer, Two facilitated workshops focusing on the 4R’s- Right Product, Right Place; Right Rate and Right Time.
If this sounds like something you may be interested in doing for your own property, click the flyer above for more information.

The first in a series of three Environmental Monitoring Workshops, this day will teach you how to use wildlife cameras to monitor wildlife. You will hear from BCLN's Jye Andersen on the results of our recent camera trapping, then teach the group how to install wildlife cameras to get the best results on their own properties. Afternoon tea is provided, please RSVP to david.bateman@basscoastlandcare.org.au or call 0488 399 151
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Gippsland Agroforestry Network are holding their AGM on Friday 23rd August, 5:45pm at the Austral Hotel, Korumburra. The AGM will be followed up by a seminar with a great panel of speakers including Vince Hurley (Managing Director, Australian Sustainable Hardwoods), Owen Trumper (General Manager Fibre supply, AKD Softwoods), and Chris McEvoy (Managing Director, Radial Timbers)
Please RSVP by Wednesday 21st August to Frank Hirst frank.hirst54@gmail.com or 0427 801 640
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You are invited to Totally Renewable Phillip Island's Open Day, Sunday September 8th at the Cowes Cultural Centre. Learn about all things sustainable and renewable, including solar, batteries, carbon credits, electric vehicles, community owned energy, converting waste to energy, and much more. For only $15 a head you can also choose to have a 'low carbon lunch', provided by Nordic Kanteen (so it's sure to be delicious!)

​Click the flyer below to see the full program. 

If you're interested in learning about Australia's native bees, check out the events listed below (click 'read more'). Some great speakers are coming along to these events, with topics including Protecting Native Bee Habitat, Native Bees and Crop Pollination, Native Bees in Orchards, Berry Farms and Nature Reserves, and Hover Flies and Other Important Invertebrates. These events are free, and light catering is provided.

​The Bass Coast Landcare Network and its project partners has some exciting news to share with you regarding our Climate Change Innovation Grants project, branded as Growing Southern Gippsland. 

Join us on Friday 23rd of August for the 8th Annual Victorian Farmers Federation Bass Coast Branch Dinner. Enjoy a 3 course dinner, and be entertained with some history: Ian & Jim McFee will tell us about Chicory Kilns on Phillip Island and Pat Kluver (StockSense) will tell us about a surprising historical veterinary event in Melbourne. Tickets are $40 per head, includes nibbles and a 3 course meal, BYO drinks. Click the picture to open the full-size flier for more information and RSVP details.

We have compiled a list of upcoming planting days so you can easily find something you may be able to attend. Our volunteers are essential us achieving what we do, and any day you can make it along to will be much appreciated! Bring your family, bring some friends, make a day of it! Each planting concludes with a delicious BBQ lunch. If you are interested in any of the planting days, please RSVP to the contact listed on the flyer. Further information including addresses of the planting properties are listed on our calendar. www.basscoastlandcare.org.au/calendar