Greens Bush is the largest remnant of bushland on the Peninsula. Surrounded by farmland, the area contains a variety of vegetation on communities, making it a wildlife haven and excellent place for nature walking.
History
In 1926 the Green family purchased 900 hectares of land for farming but retained much of the natural bushland. After extensive clearing across the Peninsula, the National Trust listed the Green property as classified landscape in 1974.
In 1975 the State government purchased 500 hectares from the Greens with the intention of creating a park. Funds were limited, and in 1986 a public appeal was launched by the Victorian Conservation Trust to buy the remaining area. Over $1.3 million was raised and following purchase, Greens Bush is now part of Mornington Peninsula National Park.
The Caches
The Long Point Circuit is approx 4.3 Km and takes you through typical Eucalypt woodland that you will find in Green's Bush.
There are six caches along the circuit, most highlighting the trees that grow in Green's Bush. In some of the caches you will find a clue to help solve the mystery cache: Long Point Circuit- Blackwood.
You will find this cache at the following co-ordinates:
S 38 AA. BBB
E 144 CC. DDD
I recommend that you park at the co-ordinates as this is the easiest access to the circuit. When you reach the circuit take the right hand walking track and follow this all the way to the Two Bays Walking Track. Whilst on this section why not grab Muzza's "Long Point-Two Bays Track # 5".
You do not need to go bushbashing, most caches are just off the track and are all easily accessible. Please re-hide the caches properly for the enjoyment of other caches.
Hope you enjoy the series and Green's Bush.
Green's Bush
Cinnamon Fungus has been identified in this area. It is spread through infected plants and the movement of contaminated soil and gravel, and there is no known cure. PLEASE TAKE APPROPRIATE MEASURES TO HELP MINIMISE THE SPREAD OF THE PATHOGEN INCLUDING; Where available, use boot cleaning stations and vehicle wash down bays. Obey all track and road closure signs. Do not enter areas of vegetation that have been quarantined. In infected areas remain on formed roads, tracks and pathways at all times. For full information (SEE HERE)
From this location you can look to the North and see the largest remnant piece of native bush left on the Peninsula. This ciruit is an introduction to Green's Bush. The Two Bays Track cuts right through this part of the park, taking in the woodlands, fern gullies, Grasstree forests and open areas, remains of the days it was farmed. The bush is slowly growing back and although it will never be like it was pre-farming it is still a haven for many plant communities and native fauna.
There are tailheads at Boneo Rd, Limestone Rd, Hyslop's Rd, Green's Rd and Baldries Rd, so grab your walking gear and walk some of the tracks in this beautiful national park.