EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM

 Snug Cove Wharf, Eden

Ph: 02 64961699

www.sapphirecoastdiscovery.com.au

Come and discover our amazing marine environment

• Kids corner • Aquaria

• Touch tank• Beachcombing table

• Science room • Whale room

• theatrette with stunning films

• Tsunami demos• Research displays

• DVD presentations• Experienced guides

and much more !

 

EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY OPENING TIMES

11am to 3pm

Wednesday to Saturday from 13th April – 30th April

(CLOSED GOOD FRIDAY 22nd April)

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

Holiday Activity Programs (Minimum Group Size 4)

Rocky Shore Ramble

Join an experienced guide exploring the amazing diversity of life found on our rock platforms

Any age 1.5hrs $5 Adults $2 Children $12 Families

(Note: subject to tides)

Guided Snorkel Tours

Our Trained Instructors can show you some hidden secrets in the clear waters along the Sapphire Coast

Ages 12+ 2hrs 25 Adults $10 Children $60 Families

(Maximum Group Size: 8)

 

If you don’t have the numbers, give us a call and we’ll see what we can arrange for you.

Phone us to discuss your needs and book a tour on 6496 1699 or 0417 535 444

Beachcomber - by Sheree Epe

Recent flooding rains and big seas buried our coast in a sea of foam and littered our beaches with debris and an array of interesting marine creatures.

Sea foam is a naturally occurring phenomena created by the agitation of seawater containing high concentrations of dissolved organic matter. The organic matter acts as a 'foaming agent' trapping air created by breaking waves and forming bubbles - similar to what happens in your washing machine or bubble bath.

The large amount of freshwater entering the ocean has knocked around many coastal marine species. Significant numbers of abalone, seastars and sea urchins have been found dead and washed up on beaches around Twofold Bay.

One fascinating creature you may come across is the seapen. Seapens belong to the Phylum Cnidaria which includes coral, anemones and jellyfish. They are colonial marine organisms so named because some species have a feather-like appearance, similar to antique quills.

Most seapens prefer deep waters (greater than 10 meters), where they are less likely to be uprooted, but rough seas like those recently experienced may tear seapens from the substrate, allowing them to be washed ashore.

'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!