The Safety & Education Workshops in the Hutchwilco Hall offers a diverse lineup of must-attend sessions. From career insights in the marine industry to on-water safety tips, these workshops cater to boat and fishing enthusiasts alike. Learn about invasive pests, bar crossings, and more. Secure your spot early, as each workshop has a maximum of 30 seats!
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Thu 16 May
The fierce protectors of the Hauraki Gulf: Biosecurity dogs
Meet Auckland Council’s biosecurity dogs—the unsung heroes safeguarding the Hauraki Gulf Islands. These remarkable canines detect invasive species like rats, stoats, ants, and kauri dieback disease. Explore their training process and the precious islands they defend.
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Thu 16 May
On water personal safety
Safety first! Join us as we learn essential tips from the safety experts at Hutchwilco. Find out if your life jackets meet the standard and explore cutting-edge safety technologies, including personal locator beacons. Your safety matters!
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Thu 16 May
Bar crossing awareness – must know safety tips
Navigating bars across Aotearoa? Get the inside scoop on staying safe during bar crossings. Learn about bar dynamics, best practices for boat handling, optimal crossing times, and safety navigation. Plus, discover why creating trip and bar watch reports is crucial.
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Thu 16 May
Check your boat before you float!
Before setting off, ensure your boat is pest-free! We’ll guide you through practical steps to check for marine pests. Learn to spot the culprits we’re most concerned about and what actions to take if you encounter something unusual.
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Thu 16 May
How you can help eradicate the freshwater gold clam
Hear from a member of the Check Clean Dry Network.
Uncover the menace of the freshwater gold clam—an invasive pest that has infiltrated New Zealand’s waterways. If you’re a boatie active in freshwater lakes and rivers, this session is a must-attend. Learn how you can contribute to stopping the spread.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Fri 17 May
The fierce protectors of the Hauraki Gulf: Biosecurity dogs
Meet Auckland Council’s biosecurity dogs—the unsung heroes safeguarding the Hauraki Gulf Islands. These remarkable canines detect invasive species like rats, stoats, ants, and kauri dieback disease. Explore their training process and the precious islands they defend.
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Fri 17 May
On water personal safety
Safety first! Join us as we learn essential tips from the safety experts at Hutchwilco. Find out if your life jackets meet the standard and explore cutting-edge safety technologies, including personal locator beacons. Your safety matters!
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Fri 17 May
Bar crossing awareness – must know safety tips
Navigating bars across Aotearoa? Get the inside scoop on staying safe during bar crossings. Learn about bar dynamics, best practices for boat handling, optimal crossing times, and safety navigation. Plus, discover why creating trip and bar watch reports is crucial.
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Fri 17 May
Check your boat before you float!
Before setting off, ensure your boat is pest-free! We’ll guide you through practical steps to check for marine pests. Learn to spot the culprits we’re most concerned about and what actions to take if you encounter something unusual.
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Fri 17 May
How you can help eradicate the freshwater gold clam
Hear from a member of the Check Clean Dry Network.
Uncover the menace of the freshwater gold clam—an invasive pest that has infiltrated New Zealand’s waterways. If you’re a boatie active in freshwater lakes and rivers, this session is a must-attend. Learn how you can contribute to stopping the spread.
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Fri 17 May
Our Seas are our Survival
In a seascape that is constantly under threat, we’re reflecting on why it’s so important to celebrate and connect with the sea. Learn about the work we do through Seaweek and MERC – pairing recreation with education to assist in forging positive relationships with the marine environment. Be inspired to strengthen your connection to nature and equip yourself with knowledge – after all, our seas are our survival.
6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Fri 17 May
Bar crossing awareness – must know safety tips
Navigating bars across Aotearoa? Get the inside scoop on staying safe during bar crossings. Learn about bar dynamics, best practices for boat handling, optimal crossing times, and safety navigation. Plus, discover why creating trip and bar watch reports is crucial.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Sat 18 May
The fierce protectors of the Hauraki Gulf: Biosecurity dogs
Meet Auckland Council’s biosecurity dogs—the unsung heroes safeguarding the Hauraki Gulf Islands. These remarkable canines detect invasive species like rats, stoats, ants, and kauri dieback disease. Explore their training process and the precious islands they defend.
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Sat 18 May
On water personal safety
Safety first! Join us as we learn essential tips from the safety experts at Hutchwilco. Find out if your life jackets meet the standard and explore cutting-edge safety technologies, including personal locator beacons. Your safety matters!
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Sat 18 May
Bar crossing awareness – must know safety tips
Navigating bars across Aotearoa? Get the inside scoop on staying safe during bar crossings. Learn about bar dynamics, best practices for boat handling, optimal crossing times, and safety navigation. Plus, discover why creating trip and bar watch reports is crucial.
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Sat 18 May
Check your boat before you float!
Before setting off, ensure your boat is pest-free! We’ll guide you through practical steps to check for marine pests. Learn to spot the culprits we’re most concerned about and what actions to take if you encounter something unusual.
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Sat 18 May
Our Seas are our Survival
In a seascape that is constantly under threat, we’re reflecting on why it’s so important to celebrate and connect with the sea. Learn about the work we do through Seaweek and MERC – pairing recreation with education to assist in forging positive relationships with the marine environment. Be inspired to strengthen your connection to nature and equip yourself with knowledge – after all, our seas are our survival.
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Sat 18 May
How you can help eradicate the freshwater gold clam
Hear from a member of the Check Clean Dry Network.
Uncover the menace of the freshwater gold clam—an invasive pest that has infiltrated New Zealand’s waterways. If you’re a boatie active in freshwater lakes and rivers, this session is a must-attend. Learn how you can contribute to stopping the spread.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Sun 19 May
The fierce protectors of the Hauraki Gulf: Biosecurity dogs
Meet Auckland Council’s biosecurity dogs—the unsung heroes safeguarding the Hauraki Gulf Islands. These remarkable canines detect invasive species like rats, stoats, ants, and kauri dieback disease. Explore their training process and the precious islands they defend.
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Sun 19 May
Bar crossing awareness – must know safety tips
Navigating bars across Aotearoa? Get the inside scoop on staying safe during bar crossings. Learn about bar dynamics, best practices for boat handling, optimal crossing times, and safety navigation. Plus, discover why creating trip and bar watch reports is crucial.
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Sun 19 May
Check your boat before you float!
Before setting off, ensure your boat is pest-free! We’ll guide you through practical steps to check for marine pests. Learn to spot the culprits we’re most concerned about and what actions to take if you encounter something unusual.
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Sun 19 May
Our Seas are our Survival
In a seascape that is constantly under threat, we’re reflecting on why it’s so important to celebrate and connect with the sea. Learn about the work we do through Seaweek and MERC – pairing recreation with education to assist in forging positive relationships with the marine environment. Be inspired to strengthen your connection to nature and equip yourself with knowledge – after all, our seas are our survival.
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Sun 19 May
How you can help eradicate the freshwater gold clam
Hear from a member of the Check Clean Dry Network.
Uncover the menace of the freshwater gold clam—an invasive pest that has infiltrated New Zealand’s waterways. If you’re a boatie active in freshwater lakes and rivers, this session is a must-attend. Learn how you can contribute to stopping the spread.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Thu 16 May
The fierce protectors of the Hauraki Gulf: Biosecurity dogs
Meet Auckland Council’s biosecurity dogs—the unsung heroes safeguarding the Hauraki Gulf Islands. These remarkable canines detect invasive species like rats, stoats, ants, and kauri dieback disease. Explore their training process and the precious islands they defend.
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Thu 16 May
On water personal safety
Safety first! Join us as we learn essential tips from the safety experts at Hutchwilco. Find out if your life jackets meet the standard and explore cutting-edge safety technologies, including personal locator beacons. Your safety matters!
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Thu 16 May
Bar crossing awareness – must know safety tips
Navigating bars across Aotearoa? Get the inside scoop on staying safe during bar crossings. Learn about bar dynamics, best practices for boat handling, optimal crossing times, and safety navigation. Plus, discover why creating trip and bar watch reports is crucial.
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Thu 16 May
Check your boat before you float!
Before setting off, ensure your boat is pest-free! We’ll guide you through practical steps to check for marine pests. Learn to spot the culprits we’re most concerned about and what actions to take if you encounter something unusual.
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Thu 16 May
How you can help eradicate the freshwater gold clam
Hear from a member of the Check Clean Dry Network.
Uncover the menace of the freshwater gold clam—an invasive pest that has infiltrated New Zealand’s waterways. If you’re a boatie active in freshwater lakes and rivers, this session is a must-attend. Learn how you can contribute to stopping the spread.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Fri 17 May
The fierce protectors of the Hauraki Gulf: Biosecurity dogs
Meet Auckland Council’s biosecurity dogs—the unsung heroes safeguarding the Hauraki Gulf Islands. These remarkable canines detect invasive species like rats, stoats, ants, and kauri dieback disease. Explore their training process and the precious islands they defend.
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Fri 17 May
On water personal safety
Safety first! Join us as we learn essential tips from the safety experts at Hutchwilco. Find out if your life jackets meet the standard and explore cutting-edge safety technologies, including personal locator beacons. Your safety matters!
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Fri 17 May
Bar crossing awareness – must know safety tips
Navigating bars across Aotearoa? Get the inside scoop on staying safe during bar crossings. Learn about bar dynamics, best practices for boat handling, optimal crossing times, and safety navigation. Plus, discover why creating trip and bar watch reports is crucial.
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Fri 17 May
Check your boat before you float!
Before setting off, ensure your boat is pest-free! We’ll guide you through practical steps to check for marine pests. Learn to spot the culprits we’re most concerned about and what actions to take if you encounter something unusual.
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Fri 17 May
How you can help eradicate the freshwater gold clam
Hear from a member of the Check Clean Dry Network.
Uncover the menace of the freshwater gold clam—an invasive pest that has infiltrated New Zealand’s waterways. If you’re a boatie active in freshwater lakes and rivers, this session is a must-attend. Learn how you can contribute to stopping the spread.
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Fri 17 May
Our Seas are our Survival
In a seascape that is constantly under threat, we’re reflecting on why it’s so important to celebrate and connect with the sea. Learn about the work we do through Seaweek and MERC – pairing recreation with education to assist in forging positive relationships with the marine environment. Be inspired to strengthen your connection to nature and equip yourself with knowledge – after all, our seas are our survival.
6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Fri 17 May
Bar crossing awareness – must know safety tips
Navigating bars across Aotearoa? Get the inside scoop on staying safe during bar crossings. Learn about bar dynamics, best practices for boat handling, optimal crossing times, and safety navigation. Plus, discover why creating trip and bar watch reports is crucial.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Sat 18 May
The fierce protectors of the Hauraki Gulf: Biosecurity dogs
Meet Auckland Council’s biosecurity dogs—the unsung heroes safeguarding the Hauraki Gulf Islands. These remarkable canines detect invasive species like rats, stoats, ants, and kauri dieback disease. Explore their training process and the precious islands they defend.
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Sat 18 May
On water personal safety
Safety first! Join us as we learn essential tips from the safety experts at Hutchwilco. Find out if your life jackets meet the standard and explore cutting-edge safety technologies, including personal locator beacons. Your safety matters!
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Sat 18 May
Bar crossing awareness – must know safety tips
Navigating bars across Aotearoa? Get the inside scoop on staying safe during bar crossings. Learn about bar dynamics, best practices for boat handling, optimal crossing times, and safety navigation. Plus, discover why creating trip and bar watch reports is crucial.
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Sat 18 May
Check your boat before you float!
Before setting off, ensure your boat is pest-free! We’ll guide you through practical steps to check for marine pests. Learn to spot the culprits we’re most concerned about and what actions to take if you encounter something unusual.
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Sat 18 May
Our Seas are our Survival
In a seascape that is constantly under threat, we’re reflecting on why it’s so important to celebrate and connect with the sea. Learn about the work we do through Seaweek and MERC – pairing recreation with education to assist in forging positive relationships with the marine environment. Be inspired to strengthen your connection to nature and equip yourself with knowledge – after all, our seas are our survival.
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Sat 18 May
How you can help eradicate the freshwater gold clam
Hear from a member of the Check Clean Dry Network.
Uncover the menace of the freshwater gold clam—an invasive pest that has infiltrated New Zealand’s waterways. If you’re a boatie active in freshwater lakes and rivers, this session is a must-attend. Learn how you can contribute to stopping the spread.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Sun 19 May
The fierce protectors of the Hauraki Gulf: Biosecurity dogs
Meet Auckland Council’s biosecurity dogs—the unsung heroes safeguarding the Hauraki Gulf Islands. These remarkable canines detect invasive species like rats, stoats, ants, and kauri dieback disease. Explore their training process and the precious islands they defend.
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Sun 19 May
Bar crossing awareness – must know safety tips
Navigating bars across Aotearoa? Get the inside scoop on staying safe during bar crossings. Learn about bar dynamics, best practices for boat handling, optimal crossing times, and safety navigation. Plus, discover why creating trip and bar watch reports is crucial.
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Sun 19 May
Check your boat before you float!
Before setting off, ensure your boat is pest-free! We’ll guide you through practical steps to check for marine pests. Learn to spot the culprits we’re most concerned about and what actions to take if you encounter something unusual.
3:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Sun 19 May
Our Seas are our Survival
In a seascape that is constantly under threat, we’re reflecting on why it’s so important to celebrate and connect with the sea. Learn about the work we do through Seaweek and MERC – pairing recreation with education to assist in forging positive relationships with the marine environment. Be inspired to strengthen your connection to nature and equip yourself with knowledge – after all, our seas are our survival.
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Sun 19 May
How you can help eradicate the freshwater gold clam
Hear from a member of the Check Clean Dry Network.
Uncover the menace of the freshwater gold clam—an invasive pest that has infiltrated New Zealand’s waterways. If you’re a boatie active in freshwater lakes and rivers, this session is a must-attend. Learn how you can contribute to stopping the spread.
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