On the first Sunday of every month, nature enthusiasts from across central north Tasmania gather to explore, discover, share, and delight in the natural world.

Each month is different. It might be the abundant fungi; the secretive orchids; the profusion of birds; the insects or even slime moulds! It might be the rainforest; the shore; the rock pools; the grasslands or the alpine environment.

It’s most often a combination. This is the Central North Field Naturalist group.

Over the years, members hungry to explore the natural environment have gained expertise in all areas of natural history.

These are amateur naturalists who learn from one another, a few becoming ‘experts’ in their particular field of interest over time.

And ALL pursue a common desire to share both their love of the bush, and their knowledge with others, young (especially) and old!

The flagship publication The Natural News, is expertly produced 3 times a year by editor Sarah Lloyd OAM with articles she and other members submit.

Recently, two of our members produced the Beginners Guide to Common Orchids which has been widely distributed across the north of the state.

The group is open to new members. Go to www.disjunctnaturalists.com to find out more.