Brookfield Conservation Park and the Scientific Research Camp
Overview
Brookfield Conservation Park is a National Parks & Wildlife park managed by Conservation Volunteers Australia (CVA). It is situated in the Riverland region of South Australia, in typical 'Mallee' country. It is home to both flora and fauna threatened species. CVA undertakes a range of volunteer activities both in the park and in the surrounding area, with a focus on research of threatened species, including the Southern hairy-nosed Wombat and their habitat. Baseline data collection is one of the main priorities. CVA will be instrumental in delivering cutting edge science by assisting scientists in the long-term monitoring of animals to try to better understand how they will respond to climate change and ultimately how to better manage their populations.
CVA will endeavor to minimise energy, water use and footprint on the park.
CVA encourages approved research and field trips to occur at Brookfield Conservation Park.
The following information is provided for all people undertaking approved research & projects at Brookfield Conservation Park and/or who are using the accommodation facilities at the Research Camp
To ensure that your stay has minimal impact on the environment, your cooperation is sought in the following areas.
Planning to do research at Brookfield Conservation Park?
All research at BCP must have CVA approval. Contact CVA to discuss the requirements necessary. Approval must be sought at least 14 days prior to any activity at the park.
CVA requires all research results to be provided for data management.
Access to Park
Any member of the public can have daily access to the public section of Brookfield Conservation Park. This includes the Picnic area and Three Habitat Walk.
No camping is permitted within the park unless prior approval has been arranged with CVA and then only in the Scientific Research Camp.
Access to all other areas within the park requires prior approval. CVA needs to know where you plan to do your research and they may instruct you to avoid certain areas.
See Booking Agreement for Access to Non-Public Access Areas & for Use of Scientific Research Camp form (50Kb PDF)
See Instructions for using the Non-Public Access Areas of Brookfield (50Kb PDF)
See Emergency Information (50Kb PDF)
On Departure
- Clean all cutlery, crockery and kitchenware and put away
- Empty fridges, switch off gas and leave doors ajar
- Clean all bench tops and sink
- Clean (sweep & mop) all floor surfaces
- Remove all rubbish
- Remove all personal gear and research gear unless prior arrangements have been made
- Close windows and lock all doors
- Turn off all yellow taps at base of water tanks
- Return Key to CVA as per prior arrangement
By choosing to stay at Brookfield, you are helping Conservation Volunteers Australia and the ongoing conservation of this important site.
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