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NPAQ Coastal Exploration

Join Marine Scientist, Samantha Smith for an engaging coastal experience at King Island Conservation Park, Wellington Point.

Exploring the interesting creatures in this ecosystem

Saving a toadfish from a shallow pool

Using the aqua scope in tidal pools

Making sand clay

Eco tour on King Island Conservation Park

Wellington Point set up

What are coastal ecosystems and why are they important? During this 2 hour interactive event, children will explore these questions and gain a better understanding to the purpose and importance of mangroves, sand flats and coral reefs. They will also learn about some of the plants and animals found in the King Island Conservation Park and the surrounding Moreton Bay Marine Park.Throughout the afternoon, children will have the opportunity to participate in a number of activities including coastal bingo, shell painting, and educational walk and more!