WET TROPICS TOUR GUIDES WORKSHOP Atherton Tablelands Region | 15-16 March, 2013 You are invited to participate in our first Wet Tropics Tour Guides Workshop for 2013, being held in the Atherton Tablelands Region 15-16 March 2013. This two day event will welcome Tour Guides, locals, tourism businesses, land managers, traditional owners, researchers and government agency representatives for valuable information sharing and network building. Our field trips will provide insights into natural habitats, research sites and tourism features and we’ll enjoy some fun times together in our spectacular back yard. THE WET TROPICS TOUR GUIDE PROGRAM This workshop is a part of the Wet Tropics Tour Guide Program which provides professional development opportunities for interpreters of the Wet Tropics. Other components include: The online Wet Tropics Tour Guide Course, incorporating accredited units in natural landscapes, cultural elements and commentary delivery; Opportunity to join our growing Facebook community and to share your amazing experiences; Gain the advantage by having access to a new bank of resources on the Wet Tropics website. The program will deliver field workshops in March/April and November/December each year, research information sessions and professional development opportunities to link our tourism and scientific communities and enhance our National Landscape’s guiding standards. Award winning Savannah Guides Limited and Industry Accreditation are working with Wet Tropics Management Authority to develop the Wet Tropics Tour Guide Program. For more information visit www.wettropics.gov.au/tour-guide-training WORKSHOP PROGRAM OVERVIEW Arrival, Accommodation and Transport Participants should arrange their own accommodation for Thursday 14 and/or Friday 15 March as required. See registration form for suggested accommodation. Participants must make their own transport arrangements to the daily starting location. Transport can be provided between workshop locations. Accommodation and breakfasts (except on the optional tours) are not included in your Registration. Thursday 14 March 2013 Optional activities are available for local participants or early arrivals: 1730 Meet for drinks and dinner (own expense) at Lake Eacham Hotel, Yungaburra 1930 Night Tour (share lifts and walk) with Alan Gillanders looking for local mammals and reptiles Friday 15 March 2013 0500 - 0800 Option One: Meet at On the Wallaby Lodge - transfer for wildlife canoeing and breakfast 0500 - 0800 Option Two: Meet at On the Wallaby Lodge - transfer for Breakfast with the Birds cruise 0800 Registration opens with tea and coffee at Eden House, Yungaburra 0830 Workshop commences with Welcomes and introductions all round. Through the day we’ll visit Crater Lakes National Park (Lake Eacham) for a cultural walk with the Ngadjon people, learn about the Avenue of Honour project, Tablelands Mountain Bike strategy and the impacts of climate change. We’ll workshop minimal impact guiding, receive a QPWS area update, go platypus spotting and more. 1800 Dinner will be at Nick’s Restaurant including a fun Wet Tropics Quiz Saturday 16 March 2013 0500 - 0800 Option Three: Meet at On the Wallaby Lodge - transfer for wildlife canoeing and breakfast 0500 - 0800 Option Four: Meet at On the Wallaby Lodge - transfer for Breakfast with the Birds cruise 0700 - 0800 Optional Bird Watching walking tour from Lake Eacham Hotel with Alan Gillanders 0900 Presentations begin at the Lake Eacham Hotel. Through the day we’ll investigate the Animals of the Leaf litter, Tablelands revegetation programs and some great interpretive techniques. In the field we’ll visit Mt Quincan Crater Retreat for a discussion of regional geology, see how Rose Gums Retreat mixes unique accommodation with birdwatching and conservation, and taste the Paddock to Plate experience. Finish. 1700 Workshop closes, Lake Eacham Hotel (Note: program is subject to change, including more great additions) WHAT TO BRING Walking Shoes. Day pack, rain gear, water bottle, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, torch, notepad & pens/pencils. Bird Field Guides and Binoculars, AND the details of your favourite websites and books for our resources list. Please pass this information on through your networks. Contact: Russell Boswell Email: [email protected] Phone: 0408 772 513 Fax: 4031 3340 REGISTRATION FORM Wet Tropics Tour Guides Workshop: 15-16 March 2013 Name of Individual/s attending: ________________________________________________________________ From – Operator /Organisation:________________________________________________________________ Email: __________________________________________________________________________ [print clearly] Phone: __________________________ Mobile: _________________________ Fax: _____________________ Postal Address:_____________________________________________________________________________ Dietary or Medical Requirements: ______________________________________________________________ Please do not distribute my contact details to other participants after the Workshop I would like to participate in the following optional tours (first-in basis, we will confirm your participation asap). There are no additional costs for any options. Thursday 14 March 7.30pm Night Tour with Alan Gillanders from Lake Eacham Hotel Friday 15 March (Options 1- 4 please tick one box only due to limited numbers) Option One – 5am Wildlife Canoeing, followed by breakfast at On the Wallaby Option Two – 5am Breakfast with the Birds cruising on Lake Tinaroo Saturday 16 March Option Three – 5am Wildlife Canoeing, followed by breakfast at On the Wallaby Option Four – 5am Breakfast with the Birds cruising on Lake Tinaroo 7am Morning Bird Walk with Alan Gillanders from Lake Eacham Hotel I am willing to offer transfers on field trips to (up to) ____ passengers 2 Day Workshop Registration $160 Total Payment Your Registration Fee includes: Participation in all presentations and activities including transport to field activities from start point if required; participant kit; Friday 15 March Morning Tea, Lunch, Afternoon Tea and Dinner; Saturday 16 March Morning Tea, Lunch, Afternoon Tea. The Registration Fee does not include accommodation or breakfasts except the breakfast on optional tours 1-4 above. Disclaimer: The program is correct at time of printing. Wet Tropics reserves the right to change the program without notice should unforeseen circumstances arise. PAYMENT There are two methods of payment (sorry – we are unable to accept credit card payments): a) Direct Deposit: BSB: 034 167 Account No: 814 167. Account Name: Savannah Guides Ltd To help identify your deposit please complete the reference/notes field on your transfer with your surname or company name and email [email protected] to advise. b) Cheque/Money Order: Please make your cheque or money order payable to Savannah Guides Ltd and mail with your registration form to Savannah Guides, PO Box 2312 CAIRNS QLD 4870. Payment must be received to confirm registration/participation. A Tax Invoice will be issued on receipt of payment. ** Conditions: Limit of 50 participants. A $40 per person administration fee applies to cancellations. I have paid by: Direct Deposit on ___/___/2013 Cheque/Money Order enclosed Please invoice my enterprise at email: _________________________________________________________ ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Please send your completed form to: [email protected] | Fax (07) 4031 3340 | PO Box 2312 CAIRNS QLD 4870 SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATION Please book directly with these preferred local providers ACCOMMODATION STYLE CONTACT Dormitory (4, 6 & 8 share) $15pp 07 4095 2031 On the Wallaby Double Rooms $50 [email protected] Camping $5 www.onthewallaby.com Twin or Double Room $60 Lake Eacham Hotel Queen Room $75 07 4095 3515 Family rooms (3-5 share) $85-95 Two person rates: Luxury Spa Villas $265 Eden House Spa Cottages $240 07 4089 7000 [email protected] Garden Cottages $215 Extra person $50 up to 4 guests Rose Gums Wilderness 07 4096 8360 / [email protected] $150 Twin Share – Fri Night Only Retreat www.rosegums.com.au Allumbah Pocket $140 per cottage (twin) 07 4095 3023 / 0448885078 Cottages $25 per additional person [email protected] 10 persons $515 per night 07 4095 3658 / 0417646088 2 br, up to 6 pax $250 / night Bush Cottages and Lodge [email protected] 1 br up to 4 pax $210 / night. www.bushcottages.com.au 14 & 15 March only En suite rooms $200 per night 07 4096 6813 Foxwell Park boutique Spa rooms $250 per night [email protected] hotel 20% discount for a two night stay www.foxwellpark.com.au 07 4095 2149 / 0447149784 $160 per night for a couple or $200 a Adele's Market Cottage night for a couple and two singles. [email protected] (incl breakfast & wine) www.yungaburra.com/adeles-market-cottage Spa Bungalow - $120 / night Phone: 07 4095 3168 Curtain Fig Motel Standard Queen - $100 / night Email: [email protected] Standard Queen + Sgle $115 /night www.curtainfig.com Visit www.yungaburra.com for more local information. .