'FOOD FOR THOUGHT' - yet another successful forum

Dr Alan Jordan with some of his amazing images

The 3rd Annual Marine Science Forum 'Food for Thought' was another great success with people travelling from far and wide to attend.

6 impressive speakers kept the audience captive with amazing educational presentations and spectacular imagery about subjects such as marine habitats, ocean currents, fisheries management and aquaculture of both oysters and sea urchins.

Drs Williamson, Stewart & Rowling met up with local seaweed enthusiast Eva Horne

The 2 day event has now secured a permanent place in the annual calendar of many local community members as well


as many of the speakers, both past and present.  Many presenters have commented that the Forum offers them a rare opportunity to present to the public.

Many newcomers said that whilst they came to 'learn something' they were happily surprised that they also thoroughly enjoyed the learning process.

Feedback has been as positive as ever and the Research Advisory Group will now begin securing speakers for Forum 2012.

'FOOD FOR THOUGHT' Marine Science Forum 26th & 27th March 2011

So you've missed out on the Early Bird rates?  It's still VERY AFFORDABLE to register for your place at the 'Food for Thought' Marine Science Forum on 26th & 27th March at the Eden High School Hall.

At only $30 per day for general public and FREE ENTRY for STUDENTS, it's still well within most budgets so make sure you get your space booked now.  Registration even includes a yummy morning tea and lunch is only $5 per day.

Book now for a unique opportunity rarely available outside metropolitan areas.  Download the Program here: If you plan to register, please download the Registration Form here and either scan and email to admin@sapphirecoastdiscovery.com.au or fax to 02 6496 2404.

BOOK NOW for Early Bird Rego rates for "Food for Thought" Marine Science Forum

We are still taking Early Bird Rate Registrations for our 3rd Annual Marine Science Forum until Friday 25th February 2011.

With a theme of  'Food for Thought' there will be plenty of interest from local fishermen and aquaculturalists as well as the wider community so make sure you secure your spot now!

The Forum will be held at the Eden Marine High School Hall on Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th March 2011.

Early Bird Registration is only $20 per person per day (including a delicious morning tea from our Volunteers) will give you access to some of Australia's leading marine scientists with amazing and engaging presentations.  3 speakers on Saturday, another 3 on Sunday.

Read the Program here:
Download your Registration Form here:

Don't miss out - a rare opportunity for community members to hear from the experts.

A special visit from our Patron, Ian Kiernan AO

Staff, Board members and Volunteers were thrilled to welcome our Patron Ian Kiernan AO to the Centre this week.  Ian was visiting to gain an update on the rapid growth of the Centre's operations in recent years and to discuss the next big project - replacing the sections of old asbestos roofing on our building.

Ian is world renowned for his amazing work with Clean Up Australia Day www.cleanup.org.au and Clean Up the World www.cleanuptheworld.org.  Whilst in Eden, Ian met with SCMDC staff to discuss establishing a display that focuses on the major issue of plastics in the ocean.  We hope to have a new display around this issue in the very near future.

Our Patron, Ian Kiernan AO with a specimen from the beachcombing table

'FOOD FOR THOUGHT' Marine Science Forum 26th & 27th March 2011

Register now to secure discounted Early Bird Rates for our 3rd Annual Marine Science Forum on 26th & 27th March 2011.  One of the only opportunities the general public has to hear from Australia's most respected Marine Scientists - come along and learn from the experts!

Six respected Marine Scientists from around Australia will give presentations on subjects including Fisheries Management, Oysters, Sea Urchins, Seabed mapping and how the Sun, Moon and Oceans influence our climate.

Early Bird Rates are only $20 per person per day including morning tea!

Click here for the full Program.
Click here for the Registration Form.

Get in quick and secure your spot!

Come and See the Sea in the School Holidays!

There'll be lots going on at the Discovery Centre over these School Holidays.  Come and 'see the sea' down at the Wharf Building in Eden - the Discovery Centre is constantly changing with new animals and exhibits all the time.

OPENING TIMES:
11am to 3pm Wednesday to Sunday from 5th January 2011 - 29th January 2011

Adults $7, Children $2, Seniors $5, Families $15

Got a group of 4 or more?
Join us for a Guided Snorkel Tour or a Rocky Shore Ramble - FUN and EDUCATIONAL! Just call us on 6496 1699 to book.

The Power kids from the Great Aussie Road Trip loved the Rocky Shore Ramble!  check out their website:
www.greataussieroadtrip.com.au

Our 3rd Annual Marine Science Forum in March will create plenty of "Food for Thought"

Dr Ana Rubio-Zuazo grading oysters

Our 3rd Marine Science Forum on 26th & 27th March 2011 will not only feature presentations about sea urchins and fish, but will also cover a subject close to the hearts of many seafood lovers:  oysters.  Or more specifically - Sydney Rock Oysters which grow in many of the beautiful estuaries of the Far South Coast of NSW.

Dr Ana Rubio-Zuazo has been working alongside oyster growers in the Clyde River at Batemans Bay for some time now and has a very entertaining and educational presentation to give at the Forum.  Keep an eye on the website for the Registration Form so that you can take advantage of the Early Bird discounts!