Following are links that have some relationship to the aims of FOGGs.
Links
Parks Victoria Parks Victoria is the custodian of a diverse estate of significant parks in Victoria and of the recreational management of Port
Phillip Bay, Western Port and the Yarra and Maribyrnong rivers. (This link is to Parks Victoria's description of the Grampians National Park.)
SWIFFT SWIFFT, the South West Integrated Flora & Fauna Team, aims to maintain and develop knowledge and skills within the Southwest Victorian community in relation to the protection of threatened species and communities.
Victoria National Parks Association Our parent body.
VNPA is dedicated to the protection of Victoria’s unique natural environment and its biodiversity.
We are a member-based, not-for-profit, non-government organisation.
VNPA also runs the largest bushwalking and activities program in Victoria.
Beyond the Smoke The Beyond the Smoke book and festival were born out of a desire to recognise the courage, tenacity and resilience shown by the people affected by the Deep Lead fire of New Years Eve 2005 and the Mt Lubra fire of 2006. These fires had an enormous impact on both the communities surrounding the park and upon the Grampians National Park itself.
Images of the Grampians For stunning photos of the Grampians and Wimmera region, including some fantastic orchid shots visit David Fletcher's website.
Indigenous Flora and Fauna Association The Indigenous Flora and Fauna Association (IFFA) is dedicated to the future of the Australian flora and fauna, whether in habitats of world heritage quality or in the urban back yard.
Department of the Environment and Water Resources The role of the Australian Government Department of the Environment and Water Resources (formerly the Department of the Environment and Heritage) is to focus on matters of national environmental significance.
Murray Darling Basin Commission The Murray-Darling Basin Initiative (which includes much of the Grampians) is the partnership between the governments and the community which has been established to give effect to the 1992 Murray-Darling Basin Agreement.
Invasive Animals Cooperative Research Centre The centre aims to counteract the impact of invasive animals through the development and application of new technologies and by integrating approaches across agencies and jurisdictions.
Australian Wildlife Conservancy AWC acquires land, and works with other landholders, to establish sanctuaries for the conservation of threatened wildlife and ecosystems.
Walking the Grampians Booklet "Walking the Grampians Booklet" produced by the Dandenong Valley Bushwalking Club in 2000. Please note some walks may still be closed due to fires, check with Parks Victoria before planning your walk.
Bushwalking Victoria Bushwalking Victoria is the peak body for bushwalking clubs in Victoria, Australia. They proactively represent the interests of all recreational bushwalkers, promote bushwalking and engage in other activities that add value to the community.
Earthwatch Earthwatch engages people worldwide in scientific field research and education to promote the understanding necessary for a sustainable environment.
Grampians Wildflower Show The web site of the long running wildflower show in Halls Gap. Run under the auspices of the Community association of Halls Gap, assisted by members of FOGG