Count us in for the annual Whale Census
COME AND SUPPORT THE LOCAL AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT
Council is partnering with the marine conservation group ORRCA (Organisation for the Rescue and Research of Cetaceans in Australia), to support the official count of humpback whales on their northern migration.
With thousands of humpbacks migrating along the East Coast each year, the Northern Beaches provides one of the best vantage points in Australia to witness this remarkable natural spectacle.
Members of the public are welcome to join the official Whale Census site at the top of Long Reef headland.
Council will provide binoculars for use at the site to help volunteers keep watch, as an environmental officer shares information and answers questions about humpbacks and other marine species.
Ways to protect the aquatic environment include:
- Learn about the 5 aquatic reserves which are local protected areas.
- Reduce your use of single use plastics, to prevent pollution entering waterways.
- Ensure outside drains are only for rain, to keep the stormwater system free of pollutants.
- Drop into the Coastal Environment Centre or take part in local activities.
- Report illegal or suspect fishing or collecting activities via the Fishers Watch Phoneline on 1800 043 536 or via this online report form.
DATE: Sunday 28 June
TIME: 10AM – 2PM
LOCATION: Long Reef headland
