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Learn about your local birds on the Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens story walk

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The 12 illustrated panels are a great way for parents, guardians and carers to take a walk with the kids and learn about the birds of the Richmond region Tracey Whitby, President of the Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens told The Echo. 

Hoop Pine Forest at the Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens. Photo Marie Matthews

‘The Lismore library installed the story walk as a series of pages (panels) of a book set up through the Hoop Pine Forest,’ explained Tracy. 

‘It is a guessing kind of story with clues in each panel that you can discover the answer to in the following panel and teaches everyone about local birds.’

The Story Walk begins at the BBQ near the visitor’s center gardens at 313 Wyrallah Rd, Monaltrie. The walk is suitable for youngsters four years and older and adults too. A pair of walking shoes, insect repellent and a bottle of water are recommended.

‘Which bird from Rainforest Creek is the best at hide and seek? You’ll have to come for a walk to find out!’ said Tracy.



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