Description:
Seed Store and coolroom. Also have seed collection introductions and workshops available – must have time to plan and check seasonal sites close to Bega.
NRM Focus:
Biodiversity Conservation
• Biodiversity (Native vegetation, Threatened species, Managing Weeds and Pests,
Conservation Management)
Location details:
Department of Natural Resources Depot – Corner of Boundary Road and Princes Highway, Bega
Host organisation(s):
Far South Coast Landcare Association
Landholder: n/a
Contact Information:
Liz Clark or Jock Morse Telephone: 6491 8221
Mobile: 0429 930 402
Cost:
No cost.
Preferred days and hours:
Business hours anytime. Coolroom is a short visit activity ½ hour. Workshops can be ½ or full day. Introductions to seed collection and the Seedbank are anywhere from 1 to 2 hours. Workshops require 1 hour class time, the rest is field.
Restrictions -Group size etc
10 maximum for coolroom
absolute maximum of 12 for workshop
Disabled access
No disabled access at depot. Seed collection could be organised around areas with disabled access.
Amenities
None at the depot. Each collection site has its own merits.
OHS Information
Must have sturdy footwear, slip / slop / slap, gloves preferred for collection. Will be using secateurs and loppers. Usually save extension lopper for those with some experience. Provide intro to specific OH&S.
Insurance information
Depot is DNR. Most collection is on public land. If on private land it is preferred that the group has cover.
Equipment
Seedbank supplies tools, individuals need to bring gloves.