The Kaurna employed a seasonal calendar, enabling them to successfully and sustainably cultivate an existence on the land.
The traditional seasons of the Kaurna are:
Waritari (January, February and March)
The Kangaroo is the chief source of food in this period, and a conference for all nations occurs to allow trade and knowledge exchange.
Parnati (April, May and June)
Mullet can be netted during high tide, while possums, kangaroos, wallabies and bandicoots are caught. Wattle gums are used for the construction of canoes and shelters.
Kudlila (July, August and September)
The earth is "washed", vegetables and grubs are eaten.
Wirltuti (October, November and December)
Determined by the position of the Wirltu (Southern across). The people head back to the coast, garfish, crabs, lizards and bird eggs are eaten.
The ability of the Kaurna to live with the land is inspiring, and their knowledge will surely assist modern Australians in achieving greater levels of sustainability. Take your time at the location, enjoy your surroundings and witness the urban-natural world in all its glory.