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Posted on Wednesday 15th of March, 2017,
Greater Shepparton City Council will be hosting an evening with bats this Friday 17 March from 6.30 – 8pm.
Bat expert and enthusiast Robert Bender will teach residents about our local bat population, including where they live, what they eat and how they find their way around in the dark.
Following the presentation, Mr Bender will walk participants along the shared path on the Goulburn River for bat spotting using bat-spotlights and bat-locaters.
When: Friday 17 March 2017
Where: Raymond West Building, Aquamoves, Tom Collins Drive, Shepparton
Time: 6.30pm – 8.00pm
Cost: FREE
Clothing: Please ensure you wear sturdy shoes
Places are limited. Please email riverconnect@shepparton.vic.gov.au or call 5832 9700 to register.
For more information contact Council on 5832 9700 or view the events page at
www.greatershepparton.com.au
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