ARE YOU ABLE TO HELP AT ANY OF THE UPCOMING NOSSA EVENTS?
The following calendar has been developed so members are aware of upcoming events.
Many of the events listed need volunteers to be successful.
If you are available to help, contact the person listed.
Members are also welcome to attend the committee meetings.
Another part of NOSSA that needs volunteers, is for activities that allow us to function as a society. It is not orchid knowledge that is required but practical support skills. If you think you could help contact: nossa.secretary@gmail.com
Les Nesbitt Orchid Propagation Facility (LNOPF)
Located on Torrens Island, the site is a building that needs currently restoration work. We are expecting to soon have the shadehouse set up and operational.
Currently, we are open every Wednesday, second Sunday and fourth Saturday of the month. It is imperative to book at least 24 hours ahead if you intend to attend any open day so we can book through security.
For members using public transport we are able collect you from Port Adelaide. When booking, please indicate if you need to be picked up.
CONTACT: Lindy, nossa.seeds@gmail.com

GENERAL MEETINGS:
Held on the fourth Tuesday of the month from February to November. Doors are opened from 7pm for setting up. Areas needing help are setting up, packing up, supper, trading table.
CONTACT: Secretary, nossa.secretary@gmail.com
October 27th
November 24th – Members night and Christmas Supper & Raffle
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE MEETINGS:
All members are welcome to attend these meetings. Comments and suggestions are welcomed but non-committee members are unable to vote. These meetings are held monthly from February to December, with alternative Zoom and in-person meetings. We are hoping to be able to hold hybrid Zoom meetings. Location is 21A Richards Tce, Goodwood.
CONTACT: Secretary, nossa.secretary@gmail.com
November 10th
December 8th

FIELD TRIPS:
The field trips are usually held on the Saturday following the General Meeting. Bookings are essential as numbers are limited.
CONTACT: Cindy, Field Trip Co-ordinator, nossa.fieldtrips@gmail.com
October 31st
November 28th
THE GATHERING:
Gatherings are a regular event held at APS shed. A number of environmental groups have been invited to set up a table to help promote their groups and sell fundraising items such as plants, books, etc.
Set up is from about 11am and finishes about 4pm on the first Sunday of the month.
LOCATION: 21A Richards Tce, Goodwood
CONTACT: Secretary, nossa.secretary@gmail.com
November 1st – last of the year

CONSERVATION:
Within the environmental community, there are various groups looking after various in situ threatened orchids. NOSSA works in co-operation with other groups so as to maximize the in situ care of orchid. Therefore we have undertaken to be responsible for a select group of threatened orchids.
CONTACT: Ky, Conservation Officer, nossa.conservation@gmail.com
SHOWS & OCCASSIONAL EVENTS:
This section will be updated as details of events are available.
The ability of NOSSA to have a presence at various events is dependent upon having volunteers who are able to promote the society.
CONTACT: Secretary, nossa.secretary@gmail.com
ADMIN FOCUS WORKING GROUP:
This is an informal group who meet to do the administration task of the management committee. The type of tasks vary considerably. In the past the group has done the application for Charity Status and planned events. We also provide feedback to the committee on issues are uncover.
It is very satisfying because the group runs on the philosophy that many brains (skill sets) make light work. Contributions from other members are always welcomed.
Come and try.
We meet approximately every 3 weeks, according to what suits everyone, at 21A Richards Tce, Goodwood.
CONTACT: Secretary, nossa.secretary@gmail.com

