To celebrate National Tree Day on July 28, Whittlesea council is hosting a community activity situated at Mernda Villages Conservation Reserve.
The free, family-friendly event will take place from 10am to 1pm, with participants encouraged to help plant wildflowers to create habitat to attract more native insects, bees and birds to the community.
A number of environmental organisations that will be there to present activities to entertain the kids, while Scouts will be cooking a barbecue and there will be a coffee van to fuel up and get energised for a big day of planting.
There are no prior planting skills necessary to enjoy the day.
However it is recommended that you wear sturdy shoes, bring gardening gloves and wear appropriate outdoor clothing as the conditions may get a bit wet and muddy.
Bookings for the event are encouraged however, walk-ins to the event are also welcome on the day.
Details: whittlesea.vic.gov.au/arts-events-recreation/things-to-see-and-do/events/national-tree-day/
