It’s a wild time at Croom!

Join us for the third annual BioBlitz and become a citizen scientist for the day. Explore the outdoors, spot plants and animals, and discover the amazing biodiversity right in your backyard. No science experience needed – just bring curiosity and a love for nature!

Events include:
Guided Spotlight Walk  |  Friday 7 November, 7.30pm
Join ecologists from the University of Wollongong as we look for nocturnal wildlife like Sugar Gliders and Tawny Frogmouths.
Book your spot.

Bird Blitz  |  Saturday 8 November 8am
Join in a guided walk through Croom Reserve with experts from the Illawarra Birders as we look for robins, pardalotes and Tawny Frogmouths.
Book your spot.

Wildlife Watch  |  Saturday 8 November 10am
Join local ecologists, wildlife enthusiasts and Council’s Environment team as we record the wildlife we see into citizen science apps.
Book your spot.

Croom Blooms - Native ID Plant Session  |  Saturday 8 November 4pm
Join native plant enthusiasts and Council staff as we identify plants in the Illawarra Lowland Grassy Woodlands and record into iNaturalist.
Book your spot.

Guided Spotlight Walk  |  Saturday 8 November 7.30pm
Join ecologists from the University of Wollongong as we look for nocturnal wildlife like Sugar Gliders and Tawny Frogmouths.
Book your spot.

Spaces are limited, so grab your spot now. Don’t forget protective clothing, shoes, sunscreen and a hat!