Benalla Lake Clean Up for Turtles Sunday March 1st 2020
Lake Benalla and the surrounding waterways are inhabited by many native animals including the Platypus, Rakali (native water rat), fish and three species of fresh water turtles - the Eastern Long-necked Turtle, Broad-shelled Turtle and Murray Short-necked Turtle.
Many fresh water turtle species, including these three species, are in decline due to habitat degradation, pollution of our waterways and reduced water quality.
Turtles Australia Inc. and the Benalla Rural City Council are partners in a Lake Benalla clean-up paddle and a clean-up walk for turtles. The clean up will also benefit other aquatic animals that inhabit the Benalla Lake.
Participants are required to register for the event on the day or can register via the CUA Day website.
What to bring/wear: gloves, sun protection (hat, suitable clothing), enclosed shoes, water bottle, snacks, family and friends. To participate in the clean up paddle, you will need to bring your own canoe/kayak, paddle and safety vest.
All welcome.
Date and time
Sunday 01st March 08:00 - 10:00Location
Lake Benalla ForeshoreCouncil: Benalla Rural City Council
Site Type: River/Creek
Event Info
Meeting Point: Meet on the Lake Benalla Foreshore, opposite the Benalla Library, near the BBQ area. Look for the event registration table. Participants are required to register for the event on the day or via the CUA Day website. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All welcome.
Site Supervisor: Helen Repacholi
My Updates
Benalla Lake Clean Up for Turtles 2020
Friday 31st Jan
Eastern Long-neck hatchlings are leaving their nest sites. Keep an look out for baby turtles as well as nesting female turtles. Nesting time for our three species of freshwater turtle is generally between September to April. Record your sightings on TurtleSAT, an online community mapping program.
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