Delatite Landcare Group
Mission
Respecting, learning about, enjoying and sustainably managing our natural environment
History
Delatite Landcare Group was formed in 1993 to create corridors of trees across farmland but the focus soon included revegetation of eroded creeks and gullies.
Current
The Delatite Landcare Group (DLG) invites membership from all permanent and part-time residents living within the Mansfield Shire, particularly in the catchment of the Delatite River
Our group and its members are actively working with the Mansfield Shire Council, the Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority and Parks Victoria in order to achieve on ground actions.
The DLG has recently reviewed their strategic plan and are currently focusing on the following activities over the next five years.
Support responsible management of our natural environment
Offer practical mentoring of members
Encourage an understanding of biodiversity at local and regional levels
Maintain seed collection and propagation programs
Build effectiveness of programs and nurture relationships through communications and events.
The DLG has an annual fee of $30.00 which includes a Sustainable Land Management Handbook, and provides you with information on field days, activities and incentives. For further information on Delatite Landcare Group its projects or membership please contact John Gilson on john.gilson@bigpond.com / 0417 582 982.