Description: This outing will be an opportunity to visit the grassy rural landscapes where Gooroomon Ponds Creek meets Ginninderra Creek beyond suburban West Belconnen. We will begin at Fassifern Pond before walking along the National Bicentennial Trail to explore the surrounding paddocks and grassland reserve. Many interesting birds are often found in the area, including waterbirds, birds of prey and grassland species.

eBird hotspots: Fassifern Pond (https://ebird.org/hotspot/L2543573),
Jarramlee Homestead Road (https://ebird.org/hotspot/L2070131), Ginninderra Creek in West Macgregor (https://ebird.org/hotspot/L2543568)
You will also be close to some great local birdwatching sites, such as West Belconnen Pond and the Dunlop Grasslands, should you wish to visit these following the formal outing.

Meeting time and place: Meet at 8:00 am at Fassifern Pond in Dunlop. Park safely in Hugh McKay Crescent or surrounding streets and then walk down to the pond. The meeting point is also a short walk away from the R2 bus route.

Walk details: A moderate walk of approximately 6-7 kms that may take 3-4 hours at birding pace. There may be gates or stiles to navigate, as well as some wet or boggy sections. We will be flexible with the itinerary depending on weather conditions and creek levels.

What to bring: Sun protection (very important in this exposed grassy landscape), water, morning tea, binoculars, sturdy footwear (preferably waterproof in case we need to navigate boggy tracks or a high creek).

Registration: Please register with Lachlan by email (poephila@outlook.com), no later than Friday 21 November. Participants should provide their name and mobile number, and the name and mobile number of an emergency contact.