Channel Point Coastal Reserve

Channel Point Coastal Reserve From the Reserve anglers can is a small intact sample of the access the waters of Anson Bay, Safety and Comfort Territory’s isolated coastline, including the Daly River mouth. • No swimming - crocodile and box jellyfish habitat. just waiting for you to explore. Visitors without boats who like • Ensure your vehicle and boat are It protects 250 ha of coastal isolated coastal views, beach well maintained and equipped. habitats opposite the Peron walks, mangroves, monsoon • Carry and drink plenty of water. Islands, between the Daly forests and woodlands will also • Carry sufficient food and fuel. River mouth and Channel Point enjoy the Reserve. • Carry a first aid kit, vinegar and where there just happens to be Where not to go communication equipment. Fact Sheet some very good fishing spots. Visitors must not enter Aboriginal • Wear suitable clothing and Wadjigan and Kiuk people are the Land Trust areas, including the footwear, a shady hat, sunscreen Aboriginal Traditional Owners Bulgul Community and Peron and insect repellent. for this area. Islands without a Northern Land • Avoid strenuous activity in the heat of the day. Access Council permit (penalty $1000). • Observe all park signage. You need a Permit and access key Safety Issues to visit the Reserve whether you No Swimming - Saltwater Please Remember arrive by car or boat. See page 3 Crocodiles and Box • Display your permit on the for Permit Information. Jellyfish inhabit these waters. dashboard of your vehicle. The Reserve is about 240 km Launch and retrieve boats with • A permit is required for Drone south west of Darwin. Travel to caution. Carry vinegar in case of use - conditions apply and it must be obtained prior to your either via Box Jellyfish stings. arrival in the reserve. the sealed roads from Batchelor, Biting Insects - Biting • Camp in designated areas. or (dry season only) via the Cox insects are part of the Peninsula Road and the unsealed • Collect fallen firewood only. coastal web of life, especially • Only light fires in communal fire part of the Litchfield National when nearby wetlands are Park Road. places. Keep fires small. still wet. Wear protective long • Generators must be turned off Once in Litchfield, turn west off loose clothing and apply insect between 10 pm and 6 am. the sealed Park Road just north repellent. Bring a large mossie- • Don’t litter on land or sea, take of Wangi Falls, and travel 67 km proof tent to retreat into if your rubbish away to recycle. along the unsealed Marindja necessary. • Don’t bury fish waste, return it (Labelle/Twin Hills) road to the Cliffs - Be aware of the to deep waters or take it away. Reserve. See map back page. cliff edge close to the • All cultural items, animals and When to Visit campground. Use a torch when plants are protected. The Reserve is usually open May walking at night. • Observe fishing regulations. to October, or for a longer period • Nets, traps and firearms are not if road conditions allow. permitted (cast nets, crab pots and hand spears excepted). What to See and Do • Pets are not permitted. Visitors who will enjoy the • Check that your vehicle is not Reserve most are self sufficient transporting weeds and pests anglers with a well equipped like Siam Weed and Cane Toads. 4WD vehicle and boat, who are • Motor bikes and quad bikes are experienced with Top End coastal not permitted. winds and waters, shallow seas • Keep to designated roads and and large tidal ranges. tracks. • Do not enter Channel Point Community residential area. • Do not enter Aboriginal Land.

Australian Pelican Pelecanus conspicillatus

Parks & Wildlife Commission of the

Batchelor Office Head Office - Level 1 JHV 2 Ph: (08) 8999 3947 Jape Homemaker Village MILLNER NT 0810 GPO Box 1448 DARWIN NT 0801 www.parksandwildlife.nt.gov.au Ph: (08) 8999 4555 Visitor Facilities Camping - The designated Boating - there is a hard surface camping area is 500 metres boat ramp. Depending on the away from the boat ramp on top size of your boat you will need a tide of the beach cliffs. The ten sites are of greater than 3.5 metres to launch unpowered and designed for cars pulling boat trailers. safely. Local tides are 20-30 minutes Be prepared for mossies! earlier than Darwin tides, with a tidal Bore Water is available at the range of 8 metres. Check tide charts boat ramp, please use sparingly Arrive well equipped (www.bom.gov.au/oceanography/tides) and turn tap off after use. This is an isolated reserve, you’ll need and weather forecasts before you leave to bring: water, food, gas cooking home to ensure your safety. Generators are permitted, stove, camping gear, tool kit, first aid GENERATORS but silent packs are preferred. Information - signage at the Generators must be turned off between supplies, footwear, clothing, insect boat ramp carpark orientates 10 pm and 6 am. repellent and sunscreen. Make sure you to the Reserve and Anson Bay your boat and marine equipment meet including depths at lowest tides. Communal Fireplaces are legal safety requirements outlined at Unisex Composting located in the picnic areas near www.nt.gov.au/marine/marine-safety Toilets and Showers -are the campgrounds. Only light fires in the Fit your boat canopy for shade. fireplaces provided. Use your own gas located within walking distance of the Consider taking a book or some cards stove for cooking at your campsite. campground. for evening activities and binoculars and a camera to catch the beauty of the coast. Emergency Contacts

The nearest Health Centre is at Batchelor (145 km), phone 8976 0011. Emergency Services: • Phone 000 (variable reception) or use your marine communications system (VHF CH16). • Contact the Rangers via the Emergency Call Device (ECD) located in the boatramp carpark. There is no permanent ranger presence, however rangers patrol the area regularly. Tamarind trees have been part of Top End coastal life since the 1700s when Macassan fishermen planted them at their trepang fishing camps. The trees marked their camps Weed Alert! and provided shade. They also provided fruits that flavoured their cooking and added Vitamin C to their diet, preventing scurvy. Siam weed has been found in the Northern Territory for the first time, along the unsealed road to Channel Tamarind Fish Point. It is one of the world’s worst weeds and a Ingredients serious threat to all Top End landscapes. Cayenne Pepper small pinch Siam weed seed can easily attach to vehicles and Tamarind Paste 1 tsp clothing. Help keep fishing and camping areas free of Coriander Seeds 1/2 tsp Siam weed. Stay on the track as you travel to and from White Cumin Seeds 1/2 tsp Channel Point Coastal Reserve. Fresh Coriander 1 tbsp Garlic Clove 1 crushed For more information go to: Sea Salt to taste www.nt.gov.au/siam Method 1. Blend the tamarind paste and fresh coriander with two tbsp hot water. Put to one side. 2. In a small, heavy frypan dry roast the coriander and cumin seed until aromatic then grind to a powder. Mix all the ingredients together to make the marinade. 3. Pour the marinade over the fish (salmon works well) and leave at least 30 minutes. 4. Grill for 5 minutes or until the flesh flakes. Serve with Stem and leaf. Flowers. Infestation habitat. lemon slices and salad. Courtesy Queensland Government. Reference: www.seasonedpioneers.co.uk Permit, Access Key and Gate

Why a Permit System? How Much does it Cost? How long can I stay? Access to the Reserve is restricted by Camping Fee per night: One to five nights. No day visits an agreement between the Northern • Adults $ 6.60 without a camping permit. Territory Government and Aboriginal • Child (5-15 years) $ 3.30 Traditional Owners of the area. A Which Gates to Lock? maximum of 10 vehicles or 50 people • Family Gates outside the Reserve: (which ever comes first) can visit the (2 adults, 4 children) $ 15.40 Leave them as you find them. Reserve at any one time. Key Deposit: Gate at entrance to Reserve: Visitor Permits regulate access to this (refundable) $250.00 Ensure it’s locked behind you. small, isolated, yet potentially very popular Coastal Reserve. They help to * GST Inclusive in all fees Times to arrive and leave? maintain the quality of your experience Move into a campsite after 12 noon and reduce visitor impacts. Permit How far ahead can I book? on your arrival date. Move out of holders travel through Aboriginal Land Three months ahead of the month you the campsite before 12 noon on your to reach the Reserve however must wish to visit, but you must return from departure date. Leave no trace of your not enter other Aboriginal land and/or one visit before you can book another, being in the Reserve. waters over Aboriginal land. to allow fair access.

How do I get a Visitor Permit and Access Key?

You can book in advance but only 3 months ahead of the current month. You can only book one visit at a time. Visit www.parksandwildlife.nt.gov.au/permits to download a Permit Application Form and further information.

NOTE: Dates cannot be reserved without payment of Camping Fees. 1 Check what dates are available by contacting the Permits Office (phone: 08 8999 4795 or email: [email protected]). 2 Complete the Visitor Permit Application Form and submit it to the Permits Office - Jape Homemaker Village, Millner - with payment of Camping Fees (but not the Access Key deposit). 3 Permits Office staff will reserve your dates if available or contact you to discuss alternative dates. 4 If alternative dates don’t suit you, staff will return your payment or not process it. 5 If dates suit, Permits Office staff will process your Camping Fees payment and mail your Permit to you. One working day ahead: 1 Collect an Access Key from the Parks, Wildlife and Heritage offices at Millner or Katherine. Bring your Permit with you plus photo identification and $250 Access Key deposit. The Deposit can be paid by credit card (preferred) or in cash.

How do I get my $250 Key What will my permit How do I get a Permit deposit back? conditions be? Application? Return the key to either the Millner The Permit Conditions are detailed on Online through: or Katherine Parks and Wildlife the Visitor Permit Application Form. www.parksandwildlife.nt.gov.au/permits Commission officeby close of business You must read and sign the Form or contact the Permit Office - (4 pm) on the key return date specified before you will be issued a Permit. The Department of Tourism, Sport and Culture, on your permit. Conditions are also included on the Parks, Wildlife and Heritage, Permit. GPO Box 1448 Darwin NT 0801, Level 1 JHV 2, Jape Homemaker Village 356 Bagot Road, MILLNER, NT 0810 Tel: (08) 8999 4795 Fax: (08) 8999 4524 email: [email protected] Channel Point Coastal Reserve

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D/03/2020-PWCNT Fact Sheet For more information see our website: www.parksandwildlife.nt.gov.au or contact Tourism Top End (08) 8980 6000 or 1300 138 886 www.tourismtopend.com.au