The Geelong Nature Festival is set to engage nature enthusiasts with an exciting day showcasing ‘Our Coastal Backyard’ in Portarlington. This event promises a day filled with displays, presentations, and activities centered around the unique marine environment of the region.
On Sunday 8 October immerse yourself in a day of activities including Marine Mammal Foundation’s ‘BurruVan,’ with incredible marine mammal footage, images, and acoustic listening stations awaiting your exploration.
Additionally, experts from fishing clubs and Fishcare will provide free instruction in VicFishKids sessions, including equipment and bait, making this a fantastic opportunity for young anglers.
Event highlights include:
- local and sustainable seafood
- boating and fishing clinics
- local market stalls.
This event is free, but due to high demand, bookings are essential.
Secure your spot now to ensure an unforgettable day of marine exploration and family-friendly fishing fun!
Mayor Trent Sullivan
This is a great opportunity for community members take time out of their schedules to enjoy a day on the Bellarine.
The Nature Festival – Coastal Backyard event has lots on offer – informative presentations, fishing with the kids, sampling delicious locally sourced seafood or relaxing by the water.
For seafood and recreational fishing enthusiasts in town for National Gone Fishing Day, the festivities continue with a focus on nature, with the free Hooked on Bellarine festival.
Councillor Peter Murrihy – Environment portfolio chair
Whether you are into nature, fishing, boating or are a lover of seafood, come down, make a weekend of it with the family, and experience it for yourself.
