Soft touch funding possum conservation
Proceeds from the sale of Western Ringtail Possum soft toys are being used to fund conservation efforts for this critically endangered species. The regional partnership between the Margaret River Busselton Tourism Association and the Western Ringtail Action Group (WRAG) saw the soft toys available for sale at the Busselton and Margaret River Visitor Centres. GeoCatch […]
Wetland webinars share science with community
Community members interested in the natural values of the Vasse-Wonnerup Wetlands will have the opportunity to hear first-hand from scientists via a new monthly webinar series. Since 2017, seasonal ecological monitoring has been undertaken on the Vasse-Wonnerup Wetlands to help scientists and managers understand the potential longer-term impacts on the ecology that may occur through […]
Cat capers at the Men’s Shed
Busselton Men’s Shed is helping local cat owners transition their cats to be indoors and in catios to reduce injury and death to cats and local wildlife in the Geographe Bay Catchment. The team at the Men’s Shed are collaborating with GeoCatch to inspire and upskill cat owners to create their very own Do-It-Yourself portable […]
Community connects through conservation
The sun was shining on over 40 residents who took part in a GeoCatch community planting day in June. Over 1000 seedlings were planted at Dolphin Road Foreshore to provide future habitat for the critically endangered Western Ringtail Possum. The seedlings were planted next to last year’s site where 1000 possum-friendly plants are now established […]
Possums provide relief for house-bound
Looking for a fun and engaging home schooling activity you can do in your backyard? Or do you need a pet project to get you through the monotony of isolation? Look no further than the Ringtail Tally! You and your family can help the plight of the critically endangered Western Ringtail Possum, simply by counting […]
