Meet the Wildlife at Wallamutta

The City is inviting kids to bring their families along to Wallumatta Reserve in North Ryde on Wednesday, 7 July 2010 to discover the wildlife in the Reserve and to meet Blossom the Possum, Joanna the Goanna and Princess the Python in an interactive wildlife display.

There are two walk options:

Option 1 - meet at 9.45am at Cressy Road entrance, Wallamutta Reserve (the Reserve is on corner of Cressy and Twin Rds, North Ryde) for a 10am walk through the Reserve, followed by wildlife at 11am. Ends 12 noon

Option 2 - come to the wildlife display at 11am at Wallamutta Reserve (Cressy Rd entrance), followed by a 1km walk through the Reserve. Ends 1pm.

Bookings are essential. Numbers are limited so book early. Call Customer Service on 02 9952 8222 for bookings and more information.

The City of Ryde is running a number of guided walks throughout the year, in a variety of locations and with a variety of themes. Guides will share information on heritage, plants, birds and bugs while walkers become familiar with yet another aspect of our wonderful city.

Most walks are about two hours in duration and require average fitness. You will need to wear sturdy walking shoes and a hat and bring water and sunscreen.

Not all walks are bushwalks but those that are may be conducted on unsealed bush tracks with surfaces that may be rough underfoot and include creek crossings. It is possible that flies, ticks and mosquitoes may be encountered. Parents of young children must be confident that their children can manage the distance of the walks.

If you have a medical condition or are an inexperienced walker, please discuss this with your guide prior to departure. Note that there may be no shops or toilets along some walking routes.