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What’s On in Forestdale

Come for the birdsong, stay for the biscuits and leave with stories to share. Our community events bring together wildlife lovers, backyard explorers, and nature experts for hands-on fun, learning, and a little magic. Come curious, leave inspired.

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What’s On in Forestdale

Don’t miss our 2026 Backyard Biodiversity Champions series fun, family-friendly events in Forestdale, proudly supported by Logan City Council’s EnviroGrant. Open to locals and visitors alike.

 
A local Forestdale resident using binoculars to observe wildlife — showcasing the community’s engagement in citizen science and biodiversity monitoring
 
 
 
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Creating Wildlife-Friendly Gardens: Your Backyard is Wilder Than You Think

Date: Saturday 28th March | 2pm-4pm

Location: Lincoln Green Park Forestdale, Logan City

Join wildlife ecologist Dr Tamielle Brunt & Wildlife Qld for a practical & inspiring workshop on creating wildlife-friendly gardens.

Starting at Lincoln Green Park in Forestdale, the afternoon will begin with a presentation packed with ideas, practical tips & real examples of how everyday gardens can support birds, pollinators and native wildlife.

Participants will then hop aboard a mini-coach for a short tour through Forestdale, visiting a selection of local gardens & green spaces to see how wildlife-friendly ideas can be put into practice.

Think of it as a wildlife-friendly garden workshop meets a Forestdale open gardens-style tour — seeing our shared backyard through a new lens.

Richmond Birdwing Butterfly Workshop & Vine Planting

Date: Sunday 17 May | From 8:00am

Location: Paradise Road, Forestdale, Logan City

Richmond Birdwing Butterfly Workshop & Vine Planting

Join Matt Cecil from Wildlife Queensland, alongside BushCare Forestdale, for a fascinating morning exploring one of South East Queensland’s most remarkable butterflies — the Richmond Birdwing.

Learn about the butterfly’s unique relationship with the Richmond Birdwing vine and why planting these vines is critical to reconnecting habitat corridors and supporting vulnerable populations.

Following a short presentation, participants will take part in a hands-on planting at Paradise Road Reserve near Greenwood Lakes, building on previous successful plantings in the area.

Open to anyone interested in butterflies, pollinators and habitat restoration.

Secret Backyard Visitors: Using Wildlife Cameras

Date: Sunday 14 June | 10am

Location: Forestdale, Logan City

Learn how to install motion-sensing cameras to spy on your secret backyard visitors.

Join us with experienced wildlife monitoring experts for a hands-on workshop learning how to install and use motion-sensing fauna cameras to discover the secret lives of local wildlife.

Learn best practices for positioning and securing cameras to capture wildlife activity, along with practical tips for monitoring animals in backyard and bushland settings.

Forest 4 Forestdale has received a number of wildlife cameras that residents will be able to borrow, giving you the opportunity to discover what truly visits your own backyard.

Perfect for anyone curious about the wildlife living alongside us — whether you’re a seasoned naturalist or simply wondering what might be visiting your backyard after dark.