Special walk: Wattle bloom walks

Join Mike Gilmour, Queensland Wattle Association, on a guided walk through Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha to view wattles in blossom.

What to do on a Brisbane Winter’s Day in the sun

Try a walk amongst wattle blossoms that stun

Sparking 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.

Audience: Suitable for all ages, interested adults and families with children.

Meeting point: Meet at the Visitor Information Centre.

For more information you may reach out to Mike via email (preferred) or phone 0416 185 153.

Bookings

Bookings required via Eventbrite.

Venue address

Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha, 152 Mt Coot-tha Road, Toowong