Community
2 August, 2024
National Tree Day activities
NATIONAL Tree Day will be celebrated on the Cassowary Coast with a picnic at the Johnstone River Community Gardens on Sunday from 9am.
Free activities at the National Tree Day Picnic will include:
A riparian native species planting session
A garden tour of previous National Tree Day plantings
A Bonsai workshop
NRM Terrain and the Johnstone Region Landcare Group will be on hand with displays and information about their work
A fibre weaving workshop where JRCG members will conduct and promote Indigenous craft and the use of locally sourced organic materials
Planet Ark children’s activities and nature play with options for exploration, education and discovery on the forage, harvest and garden tours.
A spokeswoman said refreshments were available throughout the day with a garden harvest lunch.
Entry to the Johnstone River Community Gardens is via the Diverse Learning Centre entrance to the Innisfail State College off Flying Fish Point Rd.
