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25.01.2022 Planning a camping trip these school holidays? Camping in a national park or forest is a little different from camping in a council park or holiday park. Here’s how: We don’t ‘do’ poweryou need to unplug or BYO solar panels, although some parks do allow generators.... We have toilet facilities in most but not all parkssome parks have the flushing variety; other parks have gone for the composting kind and some parks require you to bring your own. We don’t charge the Earthour camping permits are about the same cost as your daily coffee fix. But you need to book them in advance (also a bit like your morning coffee order!) Want to know more? We have all your questions about camping (and more) covered in our handy FAQ page. Check it out here: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/cam/frequently-asked-questions : Queensland Government #ThinkOutside #getactive Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com Healthier. Happier. #MentalWellbeing #qldhealth #jointhemovement

24.01.2022 How are you taking time for yourself this week? Queensland’s parks and forests offer a haven from all the hustle and bustle of daily life, allowing us to explore, pause and reflect, to invigorate both our bodies and our minds, whether it’s 5 minutes spent in nature or 5 hours! With Queensland Mental Health Week just around the corner, what better way is there to take time and embrace nature than a walk, picnic or even a camping trip in a national park or forest?... To get you started, we’ve pulled together some tips to get you out ‘into the wild’ https://www.lifesbestmoments.des.qld.gov.au//out-of-the-of All that’s left to do is ‘Think outside’ and take some time for yourselfone step in nature at a time! : @eloisegroves Queensland Mental Health Week #QMHW #QMHWTakeTime #QldParks #ThinkOutside Health and Wellbeing Queensland Queensland Health Healthier. Happier. #HealthierHappierQLD #DearMind

24.01.2022 Are you planning some ‘green time’ with the family this Queensland Mental Health Week? Being in nature is vital for our health and wellbeing, and with over 1000 national parks and forests in Queensland, you have a treasure trove of outdoor experiences to tryall year round! South East Queensland is home to many short walks for all fitness levels and abilities. So whether you have half an hour or half a day, there are plenty of opportunities to get a dose of nature in Queens...land National Parks this week! Here’s a selection of family-friendly walks to get you started: https://www.lifesbestmoments.des.qld.gov.au//family-friend Spending time with family and embracing naturea win-win for everyone! : Greg Cartwright Queensland Government Queensland Mental Health Week #QMHW #QMHWTakeTime #ThinkOutside Health and Wellbeing Queensland Queensland Health Healthier. Happier. #HealthierHappierQLD Visit Brisbane #DearMind #QldParks

23.01.2022 Spring means... toasting marshmallows around a camp fire! But it’s also in the middle of bushfire season. So, before you bust out the ‘mallows and matches, here’s some handy reminders from our Park Rangers about camp fire safety (and bushfire prevention) in our parks and forests. Remember to check park alerts for fire prohibitions or fire bans. When a fire prohibition or ban is in place, you can’t light any kind of open fire.... You can only have a camp fire in parks or forests where camp fires are permitted, and in the fireplace provided. Keep your fires small and away from nearby vegetation. Plan to BYO clean milled firewood and always put your camp fire out safely (with water, not sand!) Find out more: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/camping/fires Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com #ThinkOutside #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #Queensland #QldParks #getactive Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #qorf #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #QldParks #GoodToGo

23.01.2022 This Queensland Mental Health Week we encourage everyone to #ThinkOutside and take time to embrace nature in #QldParks! Queensland National Parks are places of incredible biodiversity. In our parks and forests you can fully immerse yourselves in the natural environment, and truly appreciate the ecosystems that sustain us. What’s more, spending time in nature can teach us a lot about ourselves, our resilience and agility; and we often find moments of peace and contentment out ...on the trails. With so much to gain from simply being in nature, the best time to get out and explore Queensland’s parks and forests is now! Nature can be our greatest teacherso let’s learn from her https://www.lifesbestmoments.des.qld.gov.au//lessons-we-le : Adam Johnson Photography Queensland Mental Health Week #QMHW #QMHWTakeTime #ThinkOutside Health and Wellbeing Queensland Queensland Health Healthier. Happier. #HealthierHappierQLD Destination Gold Coast #DearMind

21.01.2022 Rangers on patrol! Campers may spot this little red corvette (sorry, we mean little red side-by-side) in Bowling Green Bay National Park in Visit Townsville, Australia. Our Rangers use this nifty vehicle to access the beach when patrolling Salmon Creek camping area. ... Ranger Billy says, ‘this camping area is very popular but unfortunately some visitors are causing harm by camping in the dunes outside of designated camp sites, cutting up trees for firewood and lighting fires when camp fires are prohibited. Some people even bring dogs into the national park.’ Rangers patrol all park and forest camping areas regularly to check camping permits and chat with campersjust to make sure everyone understand the ‘dos and don’ts’ about camping in national parks. So before your next visit make sure you check out the rules for the park you intend to visit. That’s a ‘win-win’ for everyone and the environment! Search for your park on our web site and find out all you need to know: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks : Craig Dunk Queensland Government #ThinkOutside #getactive Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com #townsvilleshines Visit Townsville, Australia

20.01.2022 Today we pay tribute to the service and sacrifice of those who fought in all wars and armed conflicts as part of national Remembrance Day. The Kokoda trackover 90km of deep valleys and dense jungle winding over the Owen Stanley Ranges of Papua New Guineamarks the course of one of the most important battles of the Second World War for Australia. During the battle, Papua New Guinean men were employed as carriers and played a vital role carrying supplies and evacuating wounde...d and sick troops to safety. Their compassion and care earned them admiration and respect from the Australians. This friendship between the people of Papua New Guinea and Australia continues to this day. This year, the State of Queensland and the government of Papua New Guinea entered into an agreement that recognises the cooperative partnership between the Kokoda Track Authority (KTA) and Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS). Earlier in the year, a couple of our QPWS Rangers swapped the surrounds of Airlie Beach and Toowoomba for the jungle of Papua New Guinea to continue the journey of friendship, cooperation & assistance of those that have gone before them. Although COVID-19 international travel restrictions cut their time short, an extraordinary amount of work was able to be achieved. Activities included: assisting maintenance on the 96km Kokoda track, introducing safety and long-term sustainability measures incorporating new park management systems & improving administrative and operational procedures mentoring and training the local rangers and customary landowners, exchanging skills & knowledgeand much more. Their three-month deployment is part of an ongoing relationship with the Queensland Government and the Independent State of Papua New Guinea. Feedback received from KTA is that the QPWS Rangers have left a lasting impression on their management and rangers, tourism operators and the local villagers along the track. ‘Tenkyu tru’ to the Kokoda Track Authority & hopefully we will be back again soon.

20.01.2022 Take a deep breath of mountain air this weekend! Thanks to @reubennutt for this awesome shot from Mount Barney National Park Visit Brisbane Visit Scenic Rim So wild and beautiful, and part of Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area! : @reubennutt ... #GoodToGo Visit Brisbane Visit Queensland, Australia Visit Queensland, Australia See more

20.01.2022 ‘I spend a lot of time at a desk but getting out into the national parks and seeing the outcomes of the hard work that our field Rangers do is very rewarding, and often humbling.’ Ranger Bridget works in the Great Barrier Reef and Marine Park Region of QPWS. She says, ‘one of the best parts of my job is working with inspirational, like-minded people.’ Well, we think you’re pretty inspiring yourself, Bridget!... One of Bridget’s favourite national parks experiences is hiking on Fitzroy Islandpopular with locals in Explore Tropical North Queensland but perhaps lesser-known for ‘out-of-towners’. With its steep forested mountains, mesmerising lookoutsthere’s even a lighthouse and fringing coral reefs,what’s not to love? Meet Bridget and learn more about her work in conservation of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and our island national parks, like Fitzroy Island. https://www.des.qld.gov.au//employment/p/bridget-armstrong : Queensland Government #ThinkOutside #Queensland #QldParks Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com #exploretnq Explore Tropical North Queensland #QldParkRangers

19.01.2022 Ever caught the sunrise over a quiet beach? Ever caught the sunrise, while curious kangaroos and wallabies bounced over to say g’day? Just 50km north west of Mackay, you can enjoy this truly unique experience, within a postcard landscape. Where the mangroves, meet the eucalypt, meet the ocean, you can find the sanctuary that is Cape Hillsborough National Park.... Rich in First Nations history and biodiversity, Cape Hillsborough offers a holistic experience of Queensland. From the educational Juipera Plants Trail where visitors can read about the history and traditional Aboriginal plant use to the picturesque Diversity Boardwalk which introduces you to native flora and fauna, Cape Hillsborough is as much a cultural experience as it is ecological. The locals (pictured) can’t wait to greet you soon! : Liz Tuckett #meetmackayregion Visit Mackay, Queensland, Australia #ThinkOutside #getactive Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com #seeaustralia #HolidayHereThisYear

19.01.2022 THANK YOU to everyone who entered our giveaway competition where you had the chance to win one of 50 $100 camping vouchers! You have truly amazed us once again with all of your exciting and inspiring dream camping trips and we can see that everyone is ready to #ThinkOutside in 2021. We would like to congratulate the following winners:... K. Anderson A. Arnel M. Balmanno J. Beasley R. Bevis H. Boyle E. Burrows K. Byrnes E. Cathcart A. Chandra J. Cosgrove C. Cox J. Dennison G. Devlin M. Donnelly N. Espiritu C. Forster D. Grobler C. Harrison K. Hogan I. Hogg B. Hudson M. Law V. Lazarides S. Levey P. Lloyd L. Lolic J. Long S. McLachlan D. Minich P. Nelson J. North R. Nutt M. Othman P. Paton T. Penfold I. Purdon K. Reid M. Rennie T. Rihari-Perham L. Sanderson M. Sanderson M. Snell H. Stratton Y. Tong T. Tracey R. White A. Williams O. Wilson S. Wiltshire A massive congratulations to our winners, we will email you directly with details about redeeming your prize. Thank you all for participating and keep following our socials to see when we post our next competition! #ThinkOutside #getactive Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com #seeaustralia

19.01.2022 Did you know female loggerhead turtles usually lay four clutches of around 130 eggs each in a single season? That’s one impressive effort from our mumma turtles! Unfortunately only 1 in 1000 hatchlings is thought to make it to maturity. Thankfully, there are some ways we can help the survival of these endangered marine turtles: ... If you live within 5km of beaches in south Queensland, you can help ‘Cut the Glow’ from artificial light sources to avoid disorienting nesting or hatching turtles. Remember to ‘go slow for those below’ by reducing boat speed in estuaries, sandy straits and shallow inshore areas. Dispose of all rubbish appropriately. Rubbish you throw away can find its way to the sea, where turtles can mistake it for food. Join your local Community Turtle Monitoring group and assist in protection and monitoring of turtle nests. For more information on how you can help, visit: https://environment.des.qld.gov.au//enda/loggerhead-turtle : Queensland Government #turtles #hatchlings #conservation #QldParks Visit Bundaberg, Queensland Southern Great Barrier Reef #conservation #threatenedspecies #CutTheGlow #QldParkRangers #MonRepos

18.01.2022 Fighting fire with fire! Ranger Kyron and his team planned and delivered a hazard reduction burn during Operation Cool Burn in April this year at Mount Rooper in Conway National Park @whitsundaysqld. Fact: During the cooler months, Park Rangers burn sections of parks and forests to reduce the fuel load (build-up of undergrowth), and create fire breaks that can help prevent the spread of bushfire.... This is called hazard reduction burning or controlled burning. ‘The burn involved us (QPWS), Urban and Rural QFES units, Department of Transport, SES, and also a helicopter to perform aerial incendiary work,’ Ranger Kyron said. ‘It dramatically reduced the risk of wildfire during bushfire season that could threaten properties in the Shute Haven community, a high risk protection zone here in the Whitsundays.’ Because the area hadn’t been burnt since Cyclone Debbie in 2017, it was necessary to reduce the bulk fuel lying on the forest floorvegetation that had been torn from the canopy in the cyclone. Hazard reduction burning was even trickier than usual in 2020 ‘Delivering our hazard reduction burn program during COVID-19 was challenging! We had travel restrictions in place so we had lots of logistics to work through to get help from the Rockhampton and Mackay QPWS management units. Our fire fighters had to be dedicated to one appliance during the fire whereas usually they would access more than one appliance. We also had strict vehicle cleaning procedures in place after each use Despite the challenges, the burn program was very successful.' : Shawn Huddy, Kyron Richardson Queensland Government Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com #QldParkRangers #QFES #SES

18.01.2022 In Visit Townsville, Australia on Hinchinbrook Island National Park, you’ll find Mulligan Fallsand we reckon it should be on your list of waterfalls to visit! You can see the falls along the 4-day Thorsborne Trail; or you can visit the island in your own boat, camp at Mulligan Bay and take a walk to the falls. Thanks to @mikegaia for this beautiful shot!... Explore more: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/hinchinbrook @mikegaia Visit Townsville, Australia Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com #QldParks #ThinkOutside

18.01.2022 It’s time to shell-ebrate the start of turtle season at Mon Repos as the first mumma turtle arrived last night! Mon Repos Conservation Park is a very special placeit supports the largest concentration of nesting marine turtles on the eastern Australian mainland and is critical for the survival of the endangered loggerhead turtle. Last turtle season, over 380 mamma turtles visited the Woongarra Coast. Most of them came to Mon Repos for nesting. Comment how many turtles do y...ou think we will see this year? P.S. There are still tickets available for the nightly Turtle Encounter, but you must get in quick. To book, visit: https://www.bundabergregion.org/mon-repos-nightly-turtle-en : Tourism and Events Queensland Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com Visit Bundaberg, Queensland #ThinkOutside #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #Queensland #QldParks #getactive Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #qorf #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #QldParks #GoodToGo #visitbundaberg #ThisIsQueensland

17.01.2022 Looking ahead to 2021, we want to give you the chance to win one of 50 camping vouchers to the value of $100 to stay at any camping area in Queensland National Parks. To enter: Go to https://www.lifesbestmoments.des.qld.gov.au/competition Click on your category (Families, Mates or Couples) and check out our camping blogs. Decide which park or camping area is top of your camping bucket list for 2021.... Complete the entry form, naming the park in your answer! Remember to enter before 5pm (AEST) on Tuesday 1 December 2020. Good luck! See more

17.01.2022 Camping areas in the Greater Brisbane lockdown area will close to new visitors this weekend. People with camping bookings commencing this weekend in Bribie Island, D’Aguilar and Teerk Roo Ra national parks should cancel their bookings and they will be refunded. For those camping on Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) or Mulgumpin (Moreton Island) you should manage your booking via Minjerribah Camping and Mulgumpin Camping. Existing campers are able to continue their stay t...o minimise travel in the region, or if the trip concludes during this period must follow Queensland Health COVID-19 directives. National park and state forest day use areas and walking tracks within the Greater Brisbane lockdown area are open for people who want to exercise within their neighbourhood, with conditions in place in line with Queensland Health COVID-19 directives. For more information please visit: Park Alerts before travelling to a Park https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/park-alerts Queensland National Parks booking service to manage camping bookings https://qpws.usedirect.com/QPWS/Default.aspx Minjerribah Camping to manage camping bookings on Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) https://www.minjerribahcamping.com.au/ Mulgumpin Camping to manage camping bookings on Mulgumpin (Moreton Island) https://www.mulgumpincamping.net.au/ Stay safe Brisbane!

16.01.2022 Happy New Year! From everyone at Queensland National Parks, we are so excited to start another year-long adventure with you, and look forward to sharing many exciting, inspiring and educational moments as we journey through Queensland’s parks and forests. Here’s to 2021! May it be full of dusty roads, sandy toes, and get-up-and-gos! ... : Melissa Findley Tourism and Events | Byfield State Forest #ThinkOutside #getactive Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com #seeaustralia #HolidayHereThisYear #visitcapricorn Visit Capricorn

16.01.2022 Are you new to visiting our national parks? Not sure where to find information about all the places you can visit? Or how to research all the amazing places you can stay in? We’re all satisfying our ‘travel bug’ by looking a little closer to home these days... and many of Queensland’s parks, forests and camping areas have never been busier!... So, it’s important to do your homework and plan your trip to make the most of your visit, whether it’s a quick half day or a few nights’ stay. Check out the link belowour parks and forests website has all the info you need to get you on your way! https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks : @shutterclixphoto via Instagram Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com #ThinkOutside #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #Queensland #QldParks #getactive Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #qorf #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #QldParks #GoodToGo #PlayGoldCoast #destinationgoldcoast #wearegoldcoast

16.01.2022 Where are we? Do you recognise this strangler fig archway? Let us know where you think this gorgeous shot was taken in the comments below ... Hint: You can find this national park just over an hour west of Mackay. : @meandmytravelbugs via Instagram #ThinkOutside #getactive Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com #meetmackayregion Visit Mackay, Queensland, Australia

15.01.2022 The theme for this year’s Queensland Mental Health Week is ‘Take time for mental health’. A great way to improve your wellbeing is to #ThinkOutside and #GetActive while connecting with friends in natural spaces like our #QldParks! Look after yourself, your friends and the environment. Rebalance and reconnect in nature to live a #healthierhappier life.... #TakeTime and this post to show your support for #QMHW. : @reubennutt Queensland Mental Health Week #QMHW #QMHWTakeTime Queensland National Parks #ThinkOutside Health and Wellbeing Queensland Queensland Health Healthier. Happier. #HealthierHappierQLD #DearMind

14.01.2022 When your sunset game is on point at Girraween National Park! Located 260km south-west of Brisbane in Southern Queensland Country - SQC this is our follower Raymond Axam’s favourite #camp spotGirraween National Park. He says, ‘it’s such an amazing place, a massive granite playground that’s unique to the area, with incredible stargazing potential, all within range of the camp sites.’ Find your #camp spot https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks... : @mal_c_mesmereyz via Instagram Visit Queensland, Australia #QldParks #ThinkOutside Visit Brisbane

12.01.2022 What do squirrel gliders eat? Something very sweet indeed! Popular items on the menu are nectar, pollen, sap and honeydew (a sugary coating on leaves made by scale insects such as aphids). ... But it's not all about indulging their sweet tooth... nectar and pollen feeding gliders are known to provide an important ecosystem function as pollinators of tree species such as some eucalyptus and banksia. How? Pollen gets caught in their fur while they eat and is then dispersed as they continue to forage. Thanks to the care of Ranger Kaihla at David Fleay Wildlife Park, the gliders are getting their daily sweet feed to ensure they reach optimal weight and growth. #davidfleaywildlifepark Destination Gold Coast Visit Queensland, Australia #qldparks Queensland National Parks #PlayGoldCoast City of Gold Coast #conservation

12.01.2022 Always Was, Always Will Be. This NAIDOC Week we celebrate the spiritual and cultural connections of First Nations people to Country. In traditional times, this landincluding the parks and forests that we enjoy todaywas crisscrossed by generations of First Nations people. ... Today our Park Rangers are privileged to work closely with Traditional Owner groups in co-managing many of our parks and forests. Some of our Park Rangers are First Nations people who get to work on their own Country. We are also fortunate to work in partnership with Indigenous Land and Sea Rangers, where their Country lies within or adjoins protected areas. There are so many stories to share about the connections between First Nations people, parks, forests, and Country! Here’s just one: Don Rowlands, Ranger in Charge and Wangkangurru/Yarluyandi Elder based at Birdsville, helping manage Munga-Thirri National Park (the Simpson Desert), the Country of his ancestors. Recently Don followed a traditional storyline across Munga-Thirri, visiting sites and documenting how his people survived in the desert for countless generations. Watch Two Boys Dreaming now #ThinkOutside #getactive #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier Australia.com Visit Queensland, Australia Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek #NAIDOC

11.01.2022 Perfect for folk wanting to build up their fitness and confidence in tackling longer walks, the Stony Creek circuit in Byfield State Forest is a great 4 hour walk of moderate difficulty through eucalypt forest and mature exotic pines along the beautiful Stony Creek. And the best thing about this walk is that you don’t need a 4WD to get there. All the walks in Byfield State Forest, just 25 minutes north of Yeppoon, are accessible by conventional vehicle. You will need a 4WD ...to the national and conservation parks though. : Orin Lucke Tourism and Events Queensland #GetActive #outdoorqld #QldParks #Qorf #TakeaHikeSEQld #ThinkOutside #Queensland #LiveLifeOutdoors #WeWalkQld

11.01.2022 The warmer weather has piqued our generosity so it’s time for some friendly competition! Looking ahead to 2021, we want to give you the chance to win one of 50 camping vouchers to the value of $100 to stay at any camping area in Queensland National Parks. To enter:... Go to https://www.lifesbestmoments.des.qld.gov.au/competition Click on your category (Families, Mates or Couples) and check out our camping blogs. Decide which park or camping area is top of your camping bucket list for 2021. Complete the entry form, naming the park in your answer! Remember to enter before 5pm (AEST) on Tuesday 1 December 2020. Good luck! #ThinkOutside #getactive #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier Visit Queensland, Australia #seeaustralia Australia.com

11.01.2022 Wildlife enthusiasts, keen hikers and adventurers, UNITE! For a nature experience unlike any other, Mount Etna Caves National Park, just 25km north of Rockhampton, is a 'must do'! Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime Ranger-guided tour of Bat Cleft in Mount Etna Caves to see little bent-wing bats in their natural habitat! ... Bat Cleft is a summer nursery for these tiny bats. You will be mesmerised watching thousands of adult bats stream out from their roost in Bat Cleft into the night to hunt, leaving their young safely tucked up inside. Our Park Rangers are bound to send you batty with stories about Mount Etna, its history, and why these tiny animals are so important to Queensland’s biodiversity! Bookings for Bat Cleft tours are currently open until mid-February and are essential to secure your spot on this intimate wildlife experience. Book TODAY by visiting: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/mount-etna-caves : Tourism and Events Queensland #ThinkOutside #getactive Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com #visitcapricorn Visit Capricorn

09.01.2022 There’s nothing quite like the sight of a 40 tonne humpback whale cruising alongside your boat. Or even better, breaching, tail-slapping or spy-hopping nearby! Get in now before the whale-watching season ends! Hervey Bay, near K’gari (Fraser Island), in the Great Sandy Marine Park, is a stopover for these impressive marine mammals as they migrate back to Antarctic waters for the summer. The chance to view whalesand learn about their behaviour and conservationis why thou...sands of visitors flock to these waters each year. Find out why you should, too! Check out our blog for the details. http://ow.ly/Qz0r50BHkE7 : @tasmanventure Visit Fraser Coast #Wildlife #GoodToGo #ThinkOutside

08.01.2022 As the school holidays fast approach and the class of 2020 has headed out to celebrate and experience Queensland's parks and forests, our Park Rangers want to remind everyone to stay safe and be mindful of other visitors in this very busy period! Here’s how: Look out for your mates! In an emergency call triple zero (000). Remember, ‘schoolies’ in our parks and forests is not like schoolies on the GCno ambos and Red Frogs out here and help is often far away! Follow all ro...ad rules (yes, even in parks and forests!). Drive to the conditions as many roads are unsealed, and, of course, never drink and drive. Take care around lakes, creeks and rivers. Don’t dive or jump into water or climb slippery rocks and cliffs, always stay behind safety barriers. Consider other visitors. Keep the noise level down, and take your litter home with you. Book your camping permit and camp only in designated camp sites. Check whether camp fires are permitted. If yes, BYO clean milled firewood and put your camp fire out safely with water each night and when you leave. Have fun, class of 2020, you deserve it! And for everyone’s (your families, other visitors, our Rangers and yourselves) sake, stay safe! Find out more https://parks.des.qld.gov.au//visit-with-ca/camp-with-care

08.01.2022 Do you want a taste of Queensland’s Great Walks? Queensland National Parks are home to a range of incredible Great Walks, right across the state. But these multi-day hikes (ranging from 28 days, where you carry all your overnight gear) aren’t for everyonewe get it! There’s no need to miss out though! You can still have a Great Walk experienceconnecting deeply with natureon a day hike. How? Many of our Great Walks have sections of track that you can explore as shorter wal...ks! That means you get to experience some of the wild and remote environments of our Great Walks, without carrying all your overnight gear! We’ve picked a couple to get you started: https://www.lifesbestmoments.des.qld.gov.au//a-taste-of-qu : Greg Cartwright Queensland Government Healthier. Happier. Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation Queensland National Parks #ThinkOutside #MentalWellbeing #qldhealth #jointhemovement #getactive #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier

07.01.2022 What do undies, accessories and early starts all have in common? They are just some of the things you need to think about when hiking in the hot weather! As the weather gets warmer, it’s important to consider how you’re going to handle the heat when hiking. Did you know that you can’t wear just any old undies, for example? And that applies to 'outers' as well!... And did you know that accessories can make or break a hiker? Forget your bandana or your sunscreen and you’re going to look and feel like the proverbial red lobster! As for early starts, well, that’s a no-brainer! Walking in the cooler part of the day makes sense, especially in warm climates. We want you to keep walking in Queensland National Parks for your health and wellbeing, so check out our tips on handling the heat when hiking in hot weather. http://ow.ly/ESd550BLAEi : Greg Cartwright Queensland Government #ThinkOutside Healthier. Happier. #MentalWellbeing #qldhealth #jointhemovement #getactive #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks Queensland National Parks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier

07.01.2022 Cooling off in a waterhole surrounded by tropical rainforestnothing better, right? Wrong! Things may not be as idyllic as they seem, and conditions can change more quickly than you can say ‘paradise’. Many creeks and rivers are fed by large water catchments, which means when it rains in the hills above, water levels in your serene waterhole can rapidly rise, leaving you stranded on a rock or the wrong side of the creek.... Swift currents suddenly wash you downstream or pin you against the rocks when just a minute ago you were floating in still waters. Swimming in a waterhole is not the same as swimming in a pool! Be careful. Always take note of warning signs, never enter the water during or after rain, or if the current is strong. Leave the water immediately if it changes colour or the water levels risethese are signs of flash flooding. Find out more here: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/before-you-visit//water-safety : Safe conditions image - Tourism and Events Queensland | Dangerous conditions image - Queensland Government #SwimSafe #WaterSafety

07.01.2022 So you want to go camping in one of our parks or forests? Excellent choice! Before you head off, you need to book and pay for a camping permit for your chosen location.... You can obtain your permit online or, if that’s not possible, you can use an over-the-counter booking office or do it over the phone. You must pay your camping fees to secure your booking. Check out our link below for all the help you need to: register your online camping account with the Queensland National Parks Booking Service log in to find a camping area log in to make an online camping booking. Happy camping! https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/camping/bookings : @anantonm via Instagram #ThinkOutside #getactive #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier #camping Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com Visit Queensland, Australia 2020

04.01.2022 What am I Wednesday? Tell us in the comments what you think this animal is! Here’s a tip: You can catch a glimpse of this guy at David Fleay Wildlife Park at Destination Gold Coast! ... : Brittony Adams Photography

04.01.2022 The first cyclone of 2021 has already made an appearance! And, in its wake, heavy rain is falling across north and far north Queensland. What does this mean if you’re planning a visit to one of our parks and forests? You need to check Park Alerts for temporary closures before you set out. ... Heavy rain causes water levels to rise in creeks and streams ... and fast-flowing, rapidly-rising water is potentially dangerous. Visitors need to stay safe and not enter the water. Rain also causes floodingsome walking tracks and camping areas may be closed temporarily. Weather conditions change rapidly so stay up to date with the latest advice for the park or forest you plan to visit. Check here: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/park-alerts #QldParks #Queensland #WaterSafety

03.01.2022 This NAIDOC Week we recognise that First Nations people have occupied and cared for this continent for over 65,000 years. One of the most important tools for caring for and managing country was (and very much still is) fire! Strict cultural protocols control lighting of small, low-intensity fires under traditional Aboriginal stewardship. ... Today QPWS Park Rangers work alongside Indigenous Land and Sea Rangers and Traditional Owners to maintain biodiversity and reduce the risk of wildfires in our parks and forests. Rangers Kyron and Shawn worked with Gudjuda Land and Sea Rangers delivering two hazard reduction burns at Cape Upstart (Budgenerra) National Park in Visit Whitsundays, Queensland, Australia in July earlier this year. ‘Cape Upstart is in Juru country, and is culturally significant to Traditional Owners; especially the area where we burned, along Snake trail track (Munda Yulga),’ said Ranger Kyron. ‘Doing this planned burn was a great opportunity to learn from each other.’ Ranger Shawn said some of the knowledge and skills shared between QPWS and Gudjuda Rangers included: weather behaviour on costal salt pan environments weather reading and recording, using instruments, ‘Kestrels’, to record and map weather behaviour lighting techniques and controlling intensity on fire line edges communications on the fire ground. ‘After this burn, Gudjuda Rangers have been able to return to the area to undertake post-fire weed control and monitoring.’ Win, win! : Cape Upstart (Budgenerra) National Park joint management burn with QPWS Rangers and Gudjuda Indigenous Land and Sea Rangers | Shawn Huddy, Kyron Richardson Queensland Government #ThinkOutside #getactive #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation Australia.com Visit Queensland, Australia #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek #NAIDOC

02.01.2022 Don’t let national parks go to the dogs! Our Rangers have recently encountered some visitors bringing dogs into national parks. So, we’d like to remind everyone why our furry friends can’t join in our bush adventures in national parks. National parks are essential homes for native plants and animals. Dogs in national parks can:... scare or stress native animals with their presence, scent or noise chase wildlife and disturb the peace and quiet for other visitors introduce disease and increase the spread of weeds. This is why domestic animals aren’t allowed in national parks. You may be issued with an on-the-spot fine apply if you’re found with pooch in a national park! What if I’m driving through a national park? If you are travelling through a national park with your dog in the car, you must stay on gazetted roads and pooch must stay inside the vehicle. You can’t travel on any non-gazetted (management) roads in the national park if your pet is with you. So where can I take my dog? Luckily, there are some bush places you can explore with pooch. Dogs on leashes are welcome in some conservation parks, State forests and recreation areas. Find out more about where you can take your pet here: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/before-you-visit/dogs-and-pets : Robert Ashdown Queensland Government #ThinkOutside #getactive Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com

01.01.2022 It’s Friday! Seeking inspiration for your weekend plans? Enjoy some much needed R&R with friends, family or that special someone in one of Queensland’s pristine national parks or forests. ... Be sure to use #QldParks in all happy snaps posted to Facebook and Instagram so we can enjoy the adventure along with you! #ThinkOutside #getactive Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation #qorf #outdoorsqld #livelifeoutdoors #WeWalkQld #Queensland #QldParks #GoodToGo #HappierHealthier Visit Queensland, Australia Australia.com #SeeAustralia