# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Grass ID for Bush Regenerators with Harry Rose - FRIDAY 8 May, Kariong NSW
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 11:30 pm – Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 04:00 am (+10:00)
- **Event Description**: GRASS ID FOR BUSH REGENERATORS: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR GRASSES
Grasses. Subtle. Diverse. Often overlooked—until they’re not.

Join us for a hands-on day of learning with Harry Rose, author of Grasses of Coastal NSW, as we build confidence in identifying and managing grasses across the Sydney region. This workshop blends a clear, practical introduction to grass structure with time in the field—because nothing beats seeing it in situ.

We’ll focus on recognising key diagnostic features, distinguishing native species from invasive threats, and understanding how grass composition shapes ecosystem recovery. In line with best practice bush regeneration, we’ll explore how species composition and threat management influence restoration outcomes .

Got a mystery grass? Bring along flowering specimens for ID on the day.

Copies of Grasses of Coastal NSW will be available for purchase, $20 cash.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

How to:

 * Identify key morphological features used in grass recognition

 * Recognise a range of native and non-native grasses in the region

 * Spot current and emerging grassy weeds impacting local bushland

 * Access reliable information for species-specific management


WHAT’S ON THE DAY

 * Intro to grass structure (classroom session)

 * Using Grasses of Coastal NSW + iNaturalist for ID

 * Lunch (30 min)

 * Guided field walk and practical identification


EVENT DETAILS



Date: Friday 8 May
Time: 9:30am – 2:00pm (includes 30 min lunch break)
Location:
Kariong Youth Hall, 98 Mitchell Drive, Kariong NSW
The field trip location will be advised on the day.

Catering: Lunch will be provided. However there are no kitchen facilities so please BYO something to drink/water and a snack if needed.

Menu: Meat and vegetarian wraps, sushi, fruit and biscuits (incl GF).




WHAT TO BRING

 * weather appropriate clothing for indoors and field trip incl hat, shoes.

 * notetaking implements

 * hands lens if you have one.

 * If your tush gets tender BYO cushion.
   

CONTACTS

Your AABR Host on the Day is Nina Koutts 0407 294 017

Your presenter is Harry Rose

M: 0428 437 158

Flickr: Macleay Grass Man [https://www.flickr.com/photos/macleaygrassman/sets/]

hrose.nswdpi@gmail.com [hrose.nswdpi@gmail.com]


HEALTH & WELL-BEING

To fulfill AABR’s duty of care to our members and attendees at our events

 * Personal hygiene is encouraged.

 * Please do not attend the event if you are unwell or exhibiting flu-like symptoms
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-gosford/grass-id-for-bush-regenerators-with-harry-rose-friday-8-may-kariong-nsw/200029982185610
- **Event Categories**: workshops, health-wellness, art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 23

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: West Gosford
- **state**: NS
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: 98 Mitchell Dr, Kariong NSW 2250, Australia
- **lat**: -33.4321
- **long**: 151.29281
- **full address**: 98 Mitchell Dr, Kariong NSW 2250, Australia, 98 Mitchell Dr, Kariong NSW 2250, Australia, West Gosford

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Grass ID for Bush Regenerators with Harry Rose - FRIDAY 8 May, Kariong NSW being held?
  - **A:** Grass ID for Bush Regenerators with Harry Rose - FRIDAY 8 May, Kariong NSW takes place on Thu, 07 May, 2026 at 11:30 pm to Fri, 08 May, 2026 at 04:00 am at 98 Mitchell Dr, Kariong NSW 2250, Australia, 98 Mitchell Dr, Kariong NSW 2250, Australia, West Gosford.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Grass ID for Bush Regenerators with Harry Rose - FRIDAY 8 May, Kariong NSW?
  - **A:** Grass ID for Bush Regenerators with Harry Rose - FRIDAY 8 May, Kariong NSW is organized by Australian Association of Bush Regenerators-AABR.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Grass ID for Bush Regenerators with Harry Rose - FRIDAY 8 May, Kariong NSW is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in West Gosford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Grass ID for Bush Regenerators with Harry Rose - FRIDAY 8 May, Kariong NSW sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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