13/06/2026
Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve parkrun #236 – 13 June 2026
Winter certainly made its presence felt at Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve this morning. While the rain kindly stayed away, a strong wind swept across the course and made itself known from start to finish.
The nature reserve was looking particularly spectacular this morning. While most runners were busy battling the wind (and perhaps the runner in front of them), the reserve's winter residents were quietly putting on a show of their own. Toadstools and other fungi have sprung up throughout the bushland in recent weeks, creating what felt at times like a scene from a fairy tale. Those not chasing a PB may have been lucky enough to spot some of the remarkable variety tucked amongst the trees and leaf litter as they made their way around the course.
The finish area was undoubtedly the windiest part of the course, with volunteers demonstrating impressive balance, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to not being blown away. Their efforts ensured every participant crossed the line to a warm welcome, accurate time and, most importantly, a finish token that hadn't disappeared into the lake or surrounding bushland.
Our volunteer crew today were Wendy BECKHOUSE • Keren TINDLEY • Colleen WHITE • R GIFFORD • Katie SCROGGIE • Meryl HOWLETT • Felicity WINKELS • Laurence WESTCOTT • Stewart FARMER • Susan PEARSON • Murray TAVERNER • David TASKAS • Greg FRASER • Brenna CARRIGY • Holly WINKELS • Michael ROSS
Today's full results and a complete event history can be found on the Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve parkrun Results Page.
Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve parkrun started on 8 January 2022. Since then, 5,931 participants have completed 26,375 parkruns, covering a total distance of 131,875 kilometres. Along the way, participants have recorded 4,317 Personal Bests, while 456 volunteers have contributed an incredible 2,979 volunteer occasions.
Whether you were celebrating a PB, visiting for the first time, or volunteering to make the magic happen, thank you for being part of another great Saturday morning at Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve parkrun. We look forward to seeing you all again next week.
