Seaford Wetlands Wander "hollow,hollow" Traditional Cache
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Seaford Wetlands Wander "hollow,hollow"
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This is 1 of the 5 caches that make up The Seaford Wetlands
Get the 5 caches individualy or link them together for a longer tour around & through the wetlands. Even if not shown on maps the caches are close to well trodden tracks.
Becareful when retriving this cache as the Muggles pop up from nowere.
Please take care during the warmer months if crossing taller grass areas on the wetlands as there Could be plenty of snakes around!!
Please rehide as you would want your cache Rehidden.
You can bring your Four legged Geopal along as well. But Make sure you keep your Four legged Geopal on a lead.
BTW: Don't forget the Insect repelant. The Mozzies can be mercilice.
History:
Seaford was once home to the former Karrum Karrum swamp which stretched between Mordialloc, Frankston and Dandenong. Prior to European settlement, the area teemed with wildlife and supported large numbers of the Bunurong Aboriginal people, who found it a rich source of food.
In the early 20th century, the Karrum Karrum Swamp was drained for farming purposes, leaving only a few small wet areas in the lowest parts of the land. Seaford Post Office opened on 6 March 1914.
Seaford and Edithvale Wetlands are the largest of these low areas.
During the 1950s and 1960s, people were attracted to the suburb due to its affordability and close proximity to the beach and Frankston.
In 1985 the Ecology and Management of Seaford Swamp report was produced, which recommended the creation of more lagoons, substantial tree planting and improved public facilities. A master plan was subsequently proposed and implemented by City of Frankston and Melbourne Water in a management partnership using funds from the Melbourne Parks and Waterways Grants Program.
Seaford Wetlands:
Seaford Wetlands is a 305 hectare nature reserve listed on the Register of the National Estate. The wetlands are home to a wide variety of bird life, including a number of rare and endangered migratory species protected by international agreements.
The large numbers and variety of bird life make the Wetlands popular with bird watchers. Many migratory birds from afar afield as Siberia visit the reserve from October to March.
There are stands of River Red Gums around the margins of the Wetlands, some of which are estimated to be around 300 years old. Some have scars where the bark was stripped for use by the Bunurong Aboriginal people prior to European settlement.
The swamp is noted for its prolific and various bird life. Around 130 different species have been observed there in recent years. The more common species are wetland-dependent birds which occur in southern Victoria, such as ducks, swans, rails and pelicans.
A number of rare migratory bird species also visit the wetlands between October and March. These come from Northern Asia and are protected by treaties between the Australian Government and the Governments of Japan and China. Many birds can easily be seen from the vantage points overlooking the wetland's lagoons. Others are more difficult to spot because they prefer the protection of the reed beds.
The wetlands support a small variety of native animals consisting of Swamp Rat, Water Rat, snakes and frogs. Three types of fish can also be found in the wetlands: Common Galaxia, Short-finned Eels and Mosquitofish (an exotic pest species).
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