Shoreline Ecology & Sandcastles (6 Jan)

Join Aurora Surf to celebrate 30 years of Summer by the Sea!

Come and explore the beach like never before! You’ll wander along the shoreline, discovering how dunes, tides, and waves shape this beautiful environment. Kids will love searching for natural treasures along the tideline before using what they’ve learned to build amazing sandcastles inspired by nature.

Our friendly facilitators will keep everyone safe with sun-smart reminders, hydration breaks, and gentle guidance on caring for the coast. It’s the perfect mix of play and discovery, where you’ll have fun, learn something new, and head home knowing how to enjoy the beach safely while protecting the living systems that make it so special.

What to bring:

• sun protection (e.g. hats and sunscreen)
• weather protection (e.g. warm clothes/raincoats)
• Shoes that can get wet, e.g. old runners, Crocs, or wetsuit shoes/ booties (bare feet and thongs are not acceptable)
• water bottle

Age restrictions:

• Ages 5 and over
• A guardian must accompany children under the age of 16.
• Please be advised that every person attending this event (including adult accompanying child) must have a ticket to attend the event.

Meeting Point: Worm Bay Carpark https://maps.app.goo.gl/9aTeJhhDPCBZpzXB9

Cancellations: This event may be cancelled at short notice due to extreme weather conditions or changes in Victorian Government public health guidelines. You will be contacted if the event is cancelled. If your circumstances change and you can no longer attend, please cancel your ticket so our guide knows and does not wait for you to arrive.

About: Now in its 30th year, Summer by the Sea offers fun, educational activities along Victoria’s coastline. With the 2026 theme ‘The coast, the sea, and our community’, the program gives people the chance to explore our coastal and marine environments and learn how to help protect them for future generations.

Proudly supported by Coastcare Victoria and the Victorian Government, activities are delivered in partnership with environmental organisations and led by friendly, experienced, first aid–trained hosts.