Wattle Bloom Walks

Sunday, July 28, 2024, 10 – 11:30am What to do on a Brisbane Winter’s Day in the sunTry a walk amongst wattle blossoms that stunSparking in the sunlight with their green and gold,For all in Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens to behold.Lambs Tails, Zig Zags, Silver Wattles, Golden Wattles in bloom,And more with buds ready to burst from the Winter gloom.Poem by Mike Gilmour©Come join Mike Gilmour, self-styled Wattle Wag of Queensland in the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha to view the wattles in blossom on a guided walk.Each walk will include a talk about varieties, the history of the wattle in Australia and Queensland, the importance of wattle as an Australian symbol plus some unusual facts and common myths.Walks will run for approximately 1.5 hours.Requirements: This walk includes moderate physical activity, including walking slightly longer distances, up gentle slopes and stairs or walking on some uneven surfaces. Some standing periods for explanations but no sitting. Please wear a hat, enclosed walking shoes, and be sure to bring a water bottle and sunscreen.Meeting point: Meet at the Visitor Information Centre. Venue: Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha Venue address: Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha, 152 Mt Coot-tha Road, Toowong Primary event type: Green Event type: Tours Age range: Young adults, Adults (30+) Cost: FREE Age: Suitable for ages 18+ Bookings: Bookings are required via Eventbrite. For more information contact Mike Gilmour via [email protected] (preferred) or phone 0416 185 153. Bookings required: Yes