Friends of Wilson Botanic Park Berwick

Our vision statement

Our vision statement is – volunteering to safeguard the park’s botanical future.

The Friends have been involved in the development and operation of the Park since 1990, before the Park opening to the public in 1992.

The role of the Friends is to:

encourage appreciation of the natural environment and its value to the community.
assist and encourage the development of the park. The group also represents its improvement.
Hold events, activities, tours and lectures associated with the park or related interests.
Promote preservation and study of the history and ecology of the Park.
encourage the preservation, research and study of the history and ecology of the park.
assist with the general promotion of the Park.
contribute towards the day-to-day operations of the Park.

The friends provide many opportunities to get involved through a range of activities to suit a variety of interests.
Come and get your hands dirty at one of our regular working bees to keep the park looking beautiful! They are held on the third Saturday of February, May, August and November.
Volunteer at one of the social events and be involved with planning or provide assistance during events.
Provide Park Information and assistance to visitors or lead one of our guided tours of the park.
Take a more active role by joining the Friends executive committee and be involved in the organisation and development of the group or the Park more broadly.

Meet new people, including many with a keen interest in gardens and community involvement, and enjoy many benefits from your membership, including:

Quarterly meetings with guest speakers
Participate in volunteer activities and projects
Social activities and special events
Receive our quarterly newsletter
Collaborate, share, and learn about botanic knowledge, photography, and other topics
Be a part of an active community group that is making a difference and have your say about the future of the park!

A fee of $10 is charged if you prefer a copy of the newsletter to be mailed each edition.

New members are always welcome. Please complete and detach the application form and forward it, together with your payment to:

Membership Secretary
Wilson Botanic Park
PO Box 412
Berwick VIC 3806

Enquiries:

Jenny (President) – 0412 537 224

Matthew (Vice President) – 0418 385 232

The membership period is from 1 October to 30 September.