Natural Environment Resources
Links to information on local conservation initiatives and ecological education in general.
Richmond Birdwing Butterfly Conservation Network
Bring back the Birdwing butterfly. Community members, conservation groups and representatives from local, state and federal agencies can become members of the Richmond Birdwing Conservation Network Inc. The RBCN is a non-profit voluntary group within the Wildlife Preservation Society of Qld.
Note also, the Education Officer and one volunteer at Mary Cairncross presented a paper at the 6th World Environmental Education Congress in Brisbane, 2011 entitled "Science, Education and Partnerships: steps towards the recovery of a flagship butterfly species" (the Richmond Birdwing Butterfly), you can read the paper here >
FaunaWatch - Wildlife Preservation Society of Queensland
FaunaWatch is a community-based program run by Wildlife Queensland’s Sunshine Coast Branch. Do you look out for wildlife when you’re out and about? If so, become a FaunaWatch observer and tell them what you see.
The Botanical Art Society of the Sunshine Coast
The Botanical Art Society of the Sunshine Coast is a not-for-profit organization established to cultivate and promote the creation of botanical art in the region of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia. It aims to bring together people and artists who share a love of plants and of the botanical form of art. To find out more, click on the link above.
The Great Walk through the Blackall Range
The Blackall Range is the range on which the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve sits. Discover the Sunshine Coast's natural beauty. Experience some of the range's most scenic areas: warm subtropical rainforest, tall open eucalypt forest and picturesque waterfalls. Everyone can enjoy the Sunshine Coast Hinterland Great Walk. Take half-day strolls or full-day walks. Stay longer to complete the total 58km walk (allow 4-6 days).
Conservation and environmental information from Sunshine Coast Regional Council
This link provides a gateway to a host of ecological and conservation information including: the Biodiversity Strategy for Sunshine Coast Regional Council; information on Conservation groups; Environment programs; The Environment Levy; Flora and fauna databases; The Land for Wildlife program; Natural resource management grants; Parks and Reserves; and many Environmental publications and fact sheets.
Find a park or forest in Queensland
Discover the best parks for bushwalking, picnicking and camping. View a list of park facilities in use in Queensland parks.
The National Parks Association of Queensland
A list of protected conservation areas in Queensland.
Fund raising for the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve
The Friends of Mary Cairncross Association is a charitable organisation concerned with fund raising for the Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve via tax-deductible gifts, bequests and sponsorship
