Smiths Lake Landcare & Regeneration
The Smiths Lake Landcare and Regeneration group is one of the village's most active and well-supported volunteer programs. Meeting every Monday morning at designated works sites around the foreshore, village green spaces and bush walking trails, the group tackles weed removal and bush regeneration in focused, productive sessions — followed by a picnic morning tea or a visit to a local café.
The work makes a genuine difference. Invasive weeds are a significant threat to the native bushland surrounding Smiths Lake, and consistent, coordinated removal by a committed volunteer group is the most effective way to address them. The results are visible right across the foreshore and village green spaces.
How It Works
- Works sites are advised each Sunday by email, so participants always know where to head the following morning
- Sessions run 8:00am to 10:00am every Monday, finishing in time for a well-earned break together
- Tools and gloves are provided by MidCoast Council — just turn up ready to get stuck in
- Morning tea picnic or café visit is a regular reward after each session
Who Is It For
All ages and abilities are welcome. Whether you are a seasoned bush regenerator or have never pulled a weed in your life, the group will welcome you and make you feel at home. Many members have years of experience; others join for the first time and never look back.
Key Programs
- Green Zone Clean Up Program — targeted foreshore and open space maintenance
- Weed Removal Program — systematic removal of invasive species from bushland reserves
- Trail Maintenance Program — upkeep of bush walking trails around Smiths Lake
Get Involved
The best way to get involved is to get on the Sunday email advisory list so you know where the group is heading each week.
🌿 Register to join the Monday morning Landcare group via our feedback form.
📄 More information on weed management and bush regeneration around Smiths Lake is available in our Documents section.
Partners: Landcare NSW and MidCoast Council support this program with tools, training and coordination.