Community
3 October, 2025
Night stalk success
LISMORE residents had the opportunity to explore the natural world for the Lismore Land Protection Group’s annual Night Stalk event.
The popular event returned recently, with many children coming together for a night of craft, community and nature.
Lismore Land Protection Group Landcare facilitator Sarah McMaster said the Night Stalk was well-attended despite the cold and wet weather.
“The evening kicked off with a much-loved kids’ activity run by Tania Maloney with the Nature Bus,” she said.
“Children had the chance to create their own Australian animals from clay and nature’s decorations with some very creative and impressive results.
“Not long after, the rain rolled in, but in true country style, we embraced it.
“Families huddled under a tree together, and while it may have been a little damp, the kids didn’t seem to mind one bit.”
Ms McMaster said the night was capped off with a walk to look for native wildlife, which was enjoyed by all despite to low number of animal sightings.
“After a meal, we heard from ecologist Craig Grabham, who shared his knowledge of local wildlife.
“We tested our ears with some recorded animal calls, learned about infrared night vision equipment and then set off on a short night walk.
“In the end, the Night Stalk was less about what we saw and more about coming together – stepping away from the couch, braving the elements, and enjoying nature play as a community.”
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