Run by the Wet Tropics Management Authority and its partner Savannah Guides, the first two days involved the official delivery of the three study units required for Wet Tropics Tour Guide accreditation. Over 30 guides working towards this accreditation attended workshops on interpreting the natural values of the Wet Tropics, delivering commentaries, and presenting the World Heritage Area as a cultural landscape.
On days three and four, more than 50 enthusiastic participants enjoyed a range of interesting presentations and interactive field trips focussing on the theme - ‘Wildlife of the Wet Tropics’. The range of expert speakers included:
Other activities included a visit to the Tolga Bat Hospital, a not-for-profit organisation that aims to improve the public’s perception and understanding of bats, and a viewing of the resident rock wallabies at Granite Gorge.
The next Wet Tropics Tour Guide field school will be held in the latter half of 2017. There will be the opportunity for guides who are working towards their accreditation to undertake field assessments throughout the year by appointment.
Visit our Wet Tropics Tour Guide Program page for more info about becoming a certified Wet Tropics Tour Guide, or email info@savannah-guides.com.au to join the Wet Tropics Tour Guide mailing list.