Kumbartcho is a council owned Flora & Fauna Sanctuary that adjoins the South Pine River at Eatons Hill. There are remnants of riverine rainforest next to the river that existed when European Settlers first came to the area. In the past 2 decades a group of South Pine River Warriors planted approximately 140,000 trees and other plants making this reserve the perfect habitat for what now has a wonderful list of 189 species of birds over the past 30yrs – per eBird. The track along the river is an easy walk of approximately 1.5kms (each way) after walking down a set of stairs from the carparks and dam. The walk will take approximately 2.5 to 3 hours dependant on our pace. As usual please wear a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent & water. We will have morning tea and bird call somewhere at the facility, possibly between the 2 car parks chosen when we finish the walk.
There are toilets at the complex and please also bring a chair. For anyone interested, there is a plant nursery for any gardening enthusiasts.
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF MEETING PLACE due to construction in the area:
Meet at Sargent Reserve carpark, Eatons Hill. 48 Bunya Crossing Rd. The driveway is located 260m past the intersection with Drapers Rd when driving straight ahead from Eatons Hill.
