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An environmental project
inspired by the children of Baldivis Primary School
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Baldivis Children's Forest
Conservation
Through Education |
Managed by local
children |
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2010 Programs During 2008/2009 more than 3000 children enjoyed learning and creating at the Forest as part of BHP Billiton Nickel West sponsored activity days. Activity days are varied program from all curriculum areas. Activity days will once again run during terms 2 and 3 of 2010, book early to be part of this wonderful experience. It is planned that over 3000 native seedlings will be planted as part of these activity days. Community Events This year we have programmed once again our exciting night stalks, forest treasure hunts and music concert. These events are being proudly sponsored by BHP Billiton Nickel West and will be held in each term of the school year for 2010. DET Community Service Program This program has been re-structured. Any school interested in their students assisting with works at the forest should contact our Project Officer. The contribution by community service volunteers is much appreciated at the forest and we are keen for this program to continue. Tasks undertaken by year 10-12 students during 2009 included; mulching of trails, weeding, planting, irrigation repairs, plant monitoring, cleaning of classroom area, equipment stock-take, painting a banner, installing signs and walk trail bollards, surveying birds, constructing and painting wildlife nest boxes and injecting trees with phosphite.
Activities can be tailored to the learning areas and needs of participating children, volunteers, or corporate staff including:
Many local community members volunteer with the Baldivis Children's Forest project in a myriad of ways and have a lot of fun in the process. For more information email mary.rayner@det.wa.edu.au during school terms.
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