By Esther Lauaki
The Werribee River Association is revving up preparations for the upcoming Small Boat Festival.
Boat enthusiasts are invited to register for the inaugural festival at Werribee South on April 5, which will showcase unpowered watercrafts under five metres and low-powered boats.
Committee member John Marks said the event would have something for all.
“The festival will be a great opportunity for experienced boat people to showcase their vessels and skills as well as novices to come and try,” Mr Marks said.
“There will be lots to discover with community stalls, activities, entertainers and boats and kayaks for hire.”
Kids activities will include basic boat building, boat races, citizen science, water bug sampling, nature walks and tall tales from a resident pirate and mermaid.
A festival hub will be set up at JD Bellin Reserve next to the Werribee South Boat Ramp.
Food and refreshments will be available for purchase.
“We need to enjoy as well as protect our waterways, and what better way to do this than at the Werribee South Small Boat Festival,” Mr Marks said.
Details: werribeeriver.org.au
