Out & about with NCMG
It's summer and once again we're going to be near, on and in the water!
Check out our December and January events below.
We've got more in the pipeline and will send out more information as the events get closer.
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DECEMBER
The pic is of a nudibranch called Plocamophora imperialis, which you might see clinging to the net.
Night snorkelling - Bar Beach, Narooma
Sunday 27th December. Meet at the steps leading to the netted beach 8pm
High Tide ~ 7.42pm 1.28m, Sunset 8.19pm
You will need a waterproof torch for this one - if you don't have one you will see nothing! You can buy them from diving and fishing shops or online (for $14 or less and they work fine).
Contact Bill to register interest in this snorkel, 0417 237 639
Kayaking - Moruya River
Wednesday 30th December. Meet at Yarragee car park 10am
High Tide ~ 11.00am (1.8m)
Bring snack on the water / lunch for after.
Contact Jane to register 0427 197 577
JANUARY
Rock shelf walk - Congo
Wednesday 13 January. Meet at congo camp ground 2.30pm
Low Tide ~ 4.00pm (0.22m)
Contact Jenny E to register, 0492 176 148
Kayaking - Whittakers Creek, Brou Lake
Wednesday 20th JANUARY. Meet At Whittaker’s Creek bridge 10am
This is one of our Marine Park sanctuaries that are under threat - meet at Whittaker’s Creek bridge on Princes Hwy, between Bodalla and Narooma.
Contact Jane to register 0427 197 577
Snorkelling - Location TBC
SATURDAy 16 January. POSSIBLY SHELLY BEACH OR MOSQUITO BAY
High Tide ~ 11.30am (1.8m)
Contact Jane to register interest, 0427 197 577
Rock shelf walk - Location TBC
SATURday 30th JANUARY. POSSIBLY NAROOMA
Low Tide ~ 4.52pm (0.26m)
Details to be updated soon.. watch this space!
TIME TO GO SNORKELLING
IN THE MARINE PARK
SNORKELLING IN THE MARINE PARK
Check out our snorkel guidelines and a list of known or possible snorkel spots for you to explore in the Batemans Marine Park. Enjoy the water exploring our wonderful marine life with safety and, if with a camera, send us your pics and observations!
TIME TO GO
SCAVENGING
When it’s Low Tide!
beach scavenging
Low tides are more suitable for exploring the strand line of our beautiful beaches especially if the seas have been rough. Check out the root-like holdfasts of any kelps that have washed ashore, they often hide tiny creatures. Giant cuttlefish ‘bones’ sometimes wash ashore, as well as the ‘bones’ of many smaller species of cuttlefish.
TIME TO GO
RAMBLING
Around the Rockpools
ROCK POOL Rambles
Most of the rock platforms in the shire are upended rocks which make walking difficult, however, Broulee rock platform and Broulee Island are easier walking and have interesting pools.
Congo rock platform is also fairly level but is exposed to larger swells. Narooma’s rock pools are worth exploring when the tides are very low. Access is best near Australia Rock at the start of the southern breakwater (park at the lookout). Take the time to stand and stare as many creatures are well camouflaged. Encourage the kids to look in crevices, under rock overhangs and among the seaweeds and cunjevoi as these often hide crabs, colourful anemones and starfish.