Join local Aboriginal steward of Country Lyndon O'Neil for a guided walk through the Kokonnengar cultural precinct in Bicentennial Park, Ulverstone, and discover the stories, science and living knowledge held within this important cultural landscape.
Along the way, you'll explore the connections between people, plants, animals and place, while learning how cultural knowledge, careful observation and environmental stewardship help support healthy Country. Lyndon will share insights into Aboriginal ways of knowing and caring for Country, highlighting how these practices continue to guide land management, conservation and community wellbeing today.
This relaxed outdoor experience offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of the cultural, historical and ecological significance of this landscape and learn about Country as a living cultural environment.
Meeting Point: Otto's Grotto, Ulverstone
Duration: Approximately 1 hour
Lyndon O'Neil is a Tasmanian leader, Aboriginal educator, cultural practitioner and founder of Healthy Country Services. His work brings together Aboriginal knowledge systems, environmental science, cultural heritage and land management to support healthier Country and stronger communities.
For National Science Week, Lyndon shares how Aboriginal ways of knowing, observing and caring for Country are living science, grounded in deep time, relationship, responsibility and practical stewardship.
Suitable for most walking abilities. Please note this event is not wheelchair accessible.
Meeting Point: Otto's Grotto, Ulverstone