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Friends of Mount Gambier Area Parks is a community-based volunteer group dedicated to supporting the care and conservation of local parks and reserves in lower Limestone Coast. Working in partnership with park managers and local stakeholders, the group helps protect and enhance the area's unique natural landscapes and native species. From habitat restoration to weed control and community engagement, our efforts aim to ensure these special places thrive for future generations.

Located along South Australia's Limestone Coast, Pick Swamp is one of the region's most unique wetlands. Pick Swamp, fed by freshwater springs, are part of a globally significant Ramsar-listed site. The broader park conserves some of the last remaining examples of coastal freshwater fen and swamp ecosystems in South Australia, habitats that have been largely lost or degraded elsewhere. With its exceptional water clarity, rich biodiversity, and cultural significance, Pick Swamp is a vital refuge for a range of aquatic and terrestrial species, many of which are poorly represented in protected areas across the state.