NPWS Barrington Tops area manager Anthony Signor said the feral animal control program, to be conducted from July 25 to August 12, is part of a cooperative program covering the Clarence Town area, run in conjunction with Forests NSW and the Livestock Health and Pest Authority (LHPA).

“The program will see baits laid in the southern sections of the park, whilst Forests NSW will be laying baits in the neighbouring Uffington State Forest,” Mr Signor said.

“The LHPA will assist by conducting trapping and baiting on neighbouring private property.

“The control program uses 1080 baits, buried beneath the soil surface at designated bait stations.

“This reduces the likelihood of the poison being taken by native animals and ensures unused baits can be collected and disposed of properly.

“People are reminded that pets are not allowed in any national park or nature reserve at any time and the baits used are lethal to domestic pets.

“Neighbours and nearby residents are reminded to control domestic pets, particularly dogs, and prevent them entering the park”.

Signs will be installed notifying neighbours and visitors that a wild dog and fox baiting program using 1080 poison is underway.

For further information contact NPWS Barrington Tops area office on 6538 5300.