This is a walk organised by Project Platypus. It will involve landcare members and other interested people walking approximately 80km along a predetermined track adjacent to the creek from Kalymna Falls to Dadswell’s Bridge. The walk is expected to be a 6 day event starting at the head of the Mt William Creek and following the waterway through public and private land until it meets the Wimmera River. A core group of walkers will walk the entire length of the creek, whilst other walkers will join in at certain lengths along the creek. There will be sporadic evening events for walkers and local communities.
At this stage the steering group is made up of members from the three Landcare Groups along the creek, DPI, Wimmera CMA, Parks Vic and Project Platypus. It was identified that this project would be an important activity to assist in bringing the community together providing an opportunity for social exchange and a reconnection with their local environment. The concept of starting at the top of the creek and walking downstream represents the idea that communities along the creek are connected and what happens upstream impacts upon those living downstream.
Further details will be available in February.
It would be great if some FOGG members could join for at least some of the days, as it is important that we connect the Park with its neighbours. The Park impacts them, and their land management and water use has impacts on the Park. Climate change and fire regimes mean that all of us who care for the land should get to know each other and work together. More information can be had from Leigh Blackmore 5358 4410 or visit http://www.platypus.org.au/ for other contact details.
Note that "Mt William Creek Walk" is a working title only and may be changed.