Amy is an Amegilla

Bring the children aka human larvae along to a storytime session about native bees. Dr Kit 'Bee Babette' will be doing a storytelling session of her illustrated book 'Amy is an Amegilla'. Learn about our buzzing blue-banded Amegilla bees, ask a scientist all your questions, and learn how to make habitat for Amy Amegillas at home. We will also go for a little bee-spotting walk around the Eco-Hub. 'Amy is an Amegilla' is suitable for all ages, but targeted at ages 1 - 5 years old.

Australian native bees are crucial components of biodiversity, yet receive little attention in the media. Here in the southwest Western Australian biodiversity hotspot we have an incredible biodiversity of native bees, and the best person to learn all about our native bees in WA's Dr Kit Prendergast. Come to find out about the diversity of native bees in Australia, and how you can create a haven for native bees in your own yard.

What to Expect

Length

1.5 hour event, with storytime at the begining of the event followed by a walk and free play in the EcoHub nature play area.

Event activities will start on time. If you are running late, you may not be able to join in.

Location

Ngoolark Space - Outside in the amphitheatre, garden and nature play area.

Requirements

Please wear clothing suited to the weather. We recommend bringing hats, sunscreen and insect repellent. Please bring your own drink bottle and you are welcome to bring along your own morning tea.

Childrens workshop event

Children should be able to sit calmly when asked and follow instructions of the program facilitator. Parents and caregivers should be available to support children if required. Parents and caregivers are responsible for the health and safety of their children at all times and must ensure the behaviour of a child in their care is not negatively impacting the experience of others. Quiet spaces will be available at this event.

Accessibility

Event is accessible via ramp. Children's play areas are in a natural area with sandy and uneven paths.

Accessible parking is available at front of EcoHub, rooms are located on multiple levels via a ramp and toilets are available within the venue. For specific access requirements please feel free to call or email EcoHub at (08)9364 0191 or [email protected]

Directions to EcoHub
Please consider using public transportation. A bus stop, just a 2-minute walk away, is conveniently located near EcoHub and services multiple routes.

EcoHub is located at 555 Leach Highway, Winthrop in the Piney Lakes Reserve. To reach us, if heading westbound, take the first left after Murdoch Drive on Leach Highway. If coming from the Fremantle area, continue on Leach Hwy across Murdoch Drive and use the designated U-turn just after the lights to move to the westbound lanes. Go back through the lights at Murdoch Drive and take the first left. Please park in the signed public carpark.

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Recycling hub
Bring the following items in household quantities for recycling at EcoHub when you attend: household batteries, printer cartridges, light globes, mobile phones and chargers, plastic bread tags, oral care products, plastic bottle lids, metal bottle lids, beer can clips and corks.

For more recycling option check out Bottle Top Hill recycling events held at EcoHub monthly, second Saturday 9.00am to 11.00am

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