Climate Ready Revegetation Workshop

Traditional revegetation practice has generally focused on using locally sourced seed, based on the principle that local species and provenances are best adapted to local conditions. But as temperatures, rainfall patterns and other conditions change, should we be thinking differently about what we plant and where we source our seed?

This free workshop will explore the science and practical implications of developing more climate-resilient revegetation practices. We’ll consider how genetic diversity, species selection and seed sourcing could help future plantings cope with changing conditions, including the potential role of species and provenances from warmer and drier parts of Australia.

Hear from researchers and local practitioners, explore the Restore and Renew webtool, and learn about on-ground climate-ready revegetation projects. A panel discussion will consider what climate change could mean for native vegetation in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven, followed by small group discussions about what these ideas could mean for local nurseries and Landcare restoration projects.

The workshop is open to all. We welcome Landcare volunteers, land managers, restoration practitioners, community nurseries, seed collectors and anyone interested in the future of local vegetation.

We’ll send all registered attendees a short survey in advance, asking you about your observations of local species and any concerns about the impacts of climate change on revegetation in your area. This feedback will help inform the workshop planning and discussion. Please check your registration confirmation for the link.

Draft Schedule

9.30am — Arrival and morning tea
10.00am — Workshop start
12.00pm — Lunch and networking
12.45pm —Workshop continues
2.00pm — Coffee and networking
3.00pm — Close

Location: Berry School of Arts

Advance registration is essential.

Please contact our coordinators Sonya coordinator@shoalhavenlandcare.org.au  or Meredith coordinator@landcareillawarra.org.au with any questions.

This initiative has been supported by the NSW Government through the Landcare Enabling Program Phase 3 Innovations and Partnerships Grant Program.