AN educational program inspired by the region’s First Nations seasonal calendar will be open to the community.
The Limestone Coast Landscape Board and Burrandies Aboriginal Corporation have offered the ‘Walking the Seasons’ community walks across the region.
The program aims to help the Limestone Coast community connect with Country and culture across the landscape.
Students and schools have had access to the program over the past two years with the Landscape Board now offering it to the wider community.
Burrandies acting chief executive Tara Bonney said it was fantastic to be involved in the collaborative program while creating awareness about the First Nations seasonal calendar and cultural heritage of the region.
“Providing a connection between country and culture gives the community a chance to gain awareness and knowledge about the environment from a First Nations perspective,” Ms Bonney said.
Landscape Board education coordinator Mel Holtz said it had been exciting watching the program evolve over the years from being predominantly school based before branching out to the wider community.
“Working collaboratively with Burrandies Aboriginal Corporation to develop the program and build First Nations Elder capacity through mentoring has contributed to the success of the program,” Ms Holtz said.
The Elder-led community walks were able to take place anywhere in the local Limestone Coast landscape and would include cultural knowledge and discussions about the seasonal calendar.
Community organisations and volunteer groups in the region are able to express their interest by visiting the Landscape Board website.
Families wishing to undertake a seasonal walk are encouraged to attend A Day at the Lake being held at Lake McIntyre in Millicent on October 11.
