01 How to Start - with Merrilyn

Start to notice the birds around you. This episode is about how to start birdwatching by listening and noticing the birds that live in your local area, including Wombolano Park in Melbourne.Merrilyn Smith has always loved nature and been curious about the world around her. After her career as a teacher and health educator was complete, she discovered her love of birdwatching after listening to the birds in her garden. Her adventures have taken her around the world and she now volunteers in a range of conservation groups, including being a 'friend' of her local bushland reserve.Links:* Wombolano Park - www.maroondah.vic.gov.au/Explore/Parks-and-playgrounds/Parks-and-Facilities/Wombolano-Park* Victorian Wader Study Group - www.vwsg.org.au* Field Naturalists Club of Victoria - www.fncv.org.auLet's connect:* Website - weekendbirder.com* Instagram - @weekend.birder* Facebook - @weekend.birder Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.