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SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 5th January \n  \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (if you have them). \n\nSite details: \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nThe breakwater is an uneven surface\, so sturdy\, closed toe shoes are essential \nOne of the highlights of this location is that\, after the counts are done\, you’ll walk back through the breakwater colony\, experiencing the penguins up-close as they return to their burrows.\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 8 years or older (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check (if over the age of 18) \nTo join this team you will need to create a Park Connect account and register for the relevant activity\n\n  \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and Park Connect are ESSENTIAL. \nRegistrations open 5pm 5th January \nIf you have any questions please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-49/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260128T202000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260128T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
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UID:3224-1769631600-1769637600@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 1st January \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater & RMYS Marina \nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional). \n\nSite Details: \nLocation: End of the last finger of the RMYS St Kilda Marina  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 18 years or older \n\nRegistrations open 5pm 1st January \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-33/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260130T202000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260130T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20251204T051227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T051227Z
UID:3226-1769804400-1769810400@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 5th January \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (if you have them). \n\nSite details: \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nThe breakwater is an uneven surface\, so sturdy\, closed toe shoes are essential \nOne of the highlights of this location is that\, after the counts are done\, you’ll walk back through the breakwater colony\, experiencing the penguins up-close as they return to their burrows.\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 8 years or older (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check (if over the age of 18) \nTo join this team you will need to create a Park Connect account and register for the relevant activity\n\n  \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and Park Connect are ESSENTIAL. \nRegistrations open 5pm 5th January \nIf you have any questions please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-50/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260130T202000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260130T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T051341Z
UID:3228-1769804400-1769810400@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 1st January \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater & RMYS Marina \nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional). \n\nSite Details: \nLocation: End of the last finger of the RMYS St Kilda Marina  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 18 years or older \n\nRegistrations open 5pm 1st January \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-34/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260202T201500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260202T214500
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20251204T051646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T051646Z
UID:3230-1770063300-1770068700@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 12th January \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (if you have them). \n\nSite details: \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nThe breakwater is an uneven surface\, so sturdy\, closed toe shoes are essential \nOne of the highlights of this location is that\, after the counts are done\, you’ll walk back through the breakwater colony\, experiencing the penguins up-close as they return to their burrows.\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 8 years or older (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check (if over the age of 18) \nTo join this team you will need to create a Park Connect account and register for the relevant activity\n\n  \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and Park Connect are ESSENTIAL. \nRegistrations open 5pm 12th January \nIf you have any questions please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-51/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260202T201500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260202T214500
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20251204T051809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T051809Z
UID:3232-1770063300-1770068700@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 12th January \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater & RMYS Marina \nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional). \n\nSite Details: \nLocation: End of the last finger of the RMYS St Kilda Marina  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 18 years or older \n\nRegistrations open 5pm 12th January \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-35/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260204T201500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260204T214500
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20251204T051929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T051929Z
UID:3234-1770236100-1770241500@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 12th January \n  \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (if you have them). \n\nSite details: \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nThe breakwater is an uneven surface\, so sturdy\, closed toe shoes are essential \nOne of the highlights of this location is that\, after the counts are done\, you’ll walk back through the breakwater colony\, experiencing the penguins up-close as they return to their burrows.\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 8 years or older (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check (if over the age of 18) \nTo join this team you will need to create a Park Connect account and register for the relevant activity\n\n  \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and Park Connect are ESSENTIAL. \nRegistrations open 5pm 12th January \nIf you have any questions please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-52/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260204T201500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260204T214500
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20251204T052042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T052042Z
UID:3236-1770236100-1770241500@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 12th January \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater & RMYS Marina \nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional). \n\nSite Details: \nLocation: End of the last finger of the RMYS St Kilda Marina  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 18 years or older \n\nRegistrations open 5pm 12th January \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-36/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260206T201500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260206T214500
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20251204T052201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T052201Z
UID:3238-1770408900-1770414300@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 12th January \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater & RMYS Marina \nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional). \n\nSite Details: \nLocation: End of the last finger of the RMYS St Kilda Marina  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 18 years or older \n\nRegistrations open 5pm 12th January \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-37/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260206T201500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260206T214500
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20251204T052325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T052325Z
UID:3240-1770408900-1770414300@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 12th January \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (if you have them). \n\nSite details: \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nThe breakwater is an uneven surface\, so sturdy\, closed toe shoes are essential \nOne of the highlights of this location is that\, after the counts are done\, you’ll walk back through the breakwater colony\, experiencing the penguins up-close as they return to their burrows.\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 8 years or older (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check (if over the age of 18) \nTo join this team you will need to create a Park Connect account and register for the relevant activity\n\n  \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and Park Connect are ESSENTIAL. \nRegistrations open 5pm 12th January \nIf you have any questions please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-53/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260208T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260118T102615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T050125Z
UID:3276-1770544800-1770552000@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Breakwater Clean-Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meaningful day of conservation as we help clean up the habitat of our beloved St Kilda Little Penguin colony! \nRemoving rubbish is crucial – plastic waste can be ingested by penguins causing serious health issues\, while debris used in nest-building can prevent proper insulation\, leaving eggs dangerously cold and wet. \n======================================== \n𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: ESSENTIAL – click the link below. No registration means no entry to the breakwater on the day. Once registered via the link you will receive a confirmation email that includes the exact meeting point\, time\, and other important information. \n𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞: All our events are free. If someone offers to sell you a ticket please decline and report. \n𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐫: Please wear enclosed non-slip footwear and dress according to the weather. It is often windy and cool on the breakwater. \n𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐩r𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞: Gloves\, vests and all cleaning equipment. \n======================================== \n𝐸𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑦 𝑝𝑖𝑒𝑐𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑟𝑢𝑏𝑏𝑖𝑠ℎ 𝑐𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑒𝑑 ℎ𝑒𝑙𝑝𝑠 𝑐𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑎 𝑠𝑎𝑓𝑒𝑟\, 𝑐𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑛𝑒𝑟 𝑒𝑛𝑣𝑖𝑟𝑜𝑛𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑝𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑢𝑖𝑛𝑠. 𝑇𝑜𝑔𝑒𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟 𝑤𝑒 𝑐𝑎𝑛 𝑒𝑛𝑠𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑦 ℎ𝑎𝑣𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑐𝑙𝑒𝑎𝑛\, 𝑠𝑎𝑓𝑒 ℎ𝑎𝑏𝑖𝑡𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑦 𝑑𝑒𝑠𝑒𝑟𝑣𝑒. \n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/breakwater-clean-up-9/
LOCATION:Breakwater at end of St Kilda pier\, St Kilda\, Australia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260209T201500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260209T214500
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260112T022532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T023331Z
UID:3248-1770668100-1770673500@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 19th January \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (if you have them). \n\nSite details: \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nThe breakwater is an uneven surface\, so sturdy\, closed toe shoes are essential \nOne of the highlights of this location is that\, after the counts are done\, you’ll walk back through the breakwater colony\, experiencing the penguins up-close as they return to their burrows.\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 8 years or older (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check (if over the age of 18) \nTo join this team you will need to create a Park Connect account and register for the relevant activity\n\n  \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and Park Connect are ESSENTIAL. \nRegistrations open 5pm 19th January \nIf you have any questions please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-54/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260209T201500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260209T214500
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260112T024115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T024115Z
UID:3255-1770668100-1770673500@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 19th January \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater & RMYS Marina \nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional). \n\nSite Details: \nLocation: End of the last finger of the RMYS St Kilda Marina  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 18 years or older \n\nRegistrations open 5pm 19th January \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-38/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260211T201500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260211T214500
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260112T022810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T023603Z
UID:3250-1770840900-1770846300@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 19th January \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (if you have them). \n\nSite details: \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nThe breakwater is an uneven surface\, so sturdy\, closed toe shoes are essential \nOne of the highlights of this location is that\, after the counts are done\, you’ll walk back through the breakwater colony\, experiencing the penguins up-close as they return to their burrows.\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 8 years or older (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check (if over the age of 18) \nTo join this team you will need to create a Park Connect account and register for the relevant activity\n\n  \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and Park Connect are ESSENTIAL. \nRegistrations open 5pm 19th January \nIf you have any questions please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-55/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260211T201500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260211T214500
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260112T024343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T024901Z
UID:3257-1770840900-1770846300@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 19th January \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater & RMYS Marina \nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional). \n\nSite Details: \nLocation: End of the last finger of the RMYS St Kilda Marina  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 18 years or older \n\nRegistrations open 5pm 19th January \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-39/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260213T201500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260213T214500
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260112T023133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T023133Z
UID:3252-1771013700-1771019100@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 19th January \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (if you have them). \n\nSite details: \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nThe breakwater is an uneven surface\, so sturdy\, closed toe shoes are essential \nOne of the highlights of this location is that\, after the counts are done\, you’ll walk back through the breakwater colony\, experiencing the penguins up-close as they return to their burrows.\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 8 years or older (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check (if over the age of 18) \nTo join this team you will need to create a Park Connect account and register for the relevant activity\n\n  \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and Park Connect are ESSENTIAL. \nRegistrations open 5pm 19th January \nIf you have any questions please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-56/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260213T201500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260213T214500
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260112T024653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T024653Z
UID:3259-1771013700-1771019100@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 19th January \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater & RMYS Marina \nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional). \n\nSite Details: \nLocation: End of the last finger of the RMYS St Kilda Marina  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 18 years or older \n\nRegistrations open 5pm 19th January \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-40/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260216T200500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260216T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260112T025504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T025504Z
UID:3263-1771272300-1771277400@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 26th January \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater & RMYS Marina \nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional). \n\nSite Details: \nLocation: End of the last finger of the RMYS St Kilda Marina  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 18 years or older \n\nRegistrations open 5pm 26th January \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-41/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260216T200500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260216T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260112T030504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T030504Z
UID:3269-1771272300-1771277400@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 26th January \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (if you have them). \n\nSite details: \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nThe breakwater is an uneven surface\, so sturdy\, closed toe shoes are essential \nOne of the highlights of this location is that\, after the counts are done\, you’ll walk back through the breakwater colony\, experiencing the penguins up-close as they return to their burrows.\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 8 years or older (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check (if over the age of 18) \nTo join this team you will need to create a Park Connect account and register for the relevant activity\n\n  \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and Park Connect are ESSENTIAL. \nRegistrations open 5pm 26th January \nIf you have any questions please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-57/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260218T200500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260218T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260112T025829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T025829Z
UID:3265-1771445100-1771450200@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 26th January \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater & RMYS Marina \nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional). \n\nSite Details: \nLocation: End of the last finger of the RMYS St Kilda Marina  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 18 years or older \n\nRegistrations open 5pm 26th January \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-42/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260218T200500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260218T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260112T030747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T235724Z
UID:3271-1771445100-1771450200@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 26th January \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (if you have them). \n\nSite details: \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nThe breakwater is an uneven surface\, so sturdy\, closed toe shoes are essential \nOne of the highlights of this location is that\, after the counts are done\, you’ll walk back through the breakwater colony\, experiencing the penguins up-close as they return to their burrows.\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 8 years or older (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check (if over the age of 18) \nTo join this team you will need to create a Park Connect account and register for the relevant activity\n\n  \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and Park Connect are ESSENTIAL. \nRegistrations open 5pm 26th January \nIf you have any questions please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-58/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260220T200500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260220T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260112T030018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T030018Z
UID:3267-1771617900-1771623000@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 26th January \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater & RMYS Marina \nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional). \n\nSite Details: \nLocation: End of the last finger of the RMYS St Kilda Marina  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 18 years or older \n\nRegistrations open 5pm 26th January \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-43/
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260220T200500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260220T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260112T031011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T031011Z
UID:3273-1771617900-1771623000@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting little penguins in St Kilda and learn from dedicated volunteers all about the colony! As a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two dedicated teams – each made up of five citizen scientists and one team leader. You will help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (group of penguins in the water) as they return home. This non-intrusive study is designed to collect valuable data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends over time. Your observations will directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda.  \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations open 5pm 26th January \n  \nWhat’s Involved:   \n\nBe part of a team of citizen scientists observing penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater and St Kilda Marina \nManually count penguin rafts as the penguins return home from feeding at sea \nHelp collect long-term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends \nContribute to the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony \nGet the chance to see and learn about a unique colony of Little Penguins \n\nProgram details:  \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with the season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (if you have them). \n\nSite details: \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nThe breakwater is an uneven surface\, so sturdy\, closed toe shoes are essential \nOne of the highlights of this location is that\, after the counts are done\, you’ll walk back through the breakwater colony\, experiencing the penguins up-close as they return to their burrows.\n\nRequirements:   \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be aged 8 years or older (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check (if over the age of 18) \nTo join this team you will need to create a Park Connect account and register for the relevant activity\n\n  \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and Park Connect are ESSENTIAL. \nRegistrations open 5pm 26th January \nIf you have any questions please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-59/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260205T020039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T223247Z
UID:3332-1771668000-1771675200@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:On-Beach Marine Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Brighton Beach BioBlitz – EarthCare St Kilda \nJoin us for a community BioBlitz at Brighton Beach! We’ll be spending time recording the plants\, animals\, and other wildlife we find along this stretch of coastline — and every observation counts. \nBrighton Beach is one of the areas we’re committed to caring for long-term\, so building a clear picture of what lives here is essential. These records will help us track changes over time and measure the real impact of our conservation work on the local environment. \nNo experience needed — just curiosity! Come along\, explore the beach with us\, and help us tell the story of Brighton Beach’s wildlife. \n======================================== \nProgram details: \n\nTime: 10 – 12pm. A safety and project briefing will be given at 10\, so please try to arrive on time!\nMeeting spot: Brighton Beach\, opposite Wellington St.\nWhat’s provided: Dive bags if required\, some dive flags available\, safety briefing\, tea and coffee. Unfortunately\, we do not have snorkel kit to loan.\nWhat to bring: Sunscreen\, hat\, water. If you plan to snorkel please bring your snorkel kit\, wetsuit\, etc.\nWho: Everyone welcome\, but under. Please check if the beach is a dog friendly beach before bringing your furry children.\n\n======================================== \nAdverse weather/water quality: Our snorkel events do not go ahead on days with high wind\, rain\, and/or when the EPA water quality for the event location is Poor. In the event of forecast adverse weather we will cancel the event via email\, and make the announcement on social media 24hrs before the event. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/on-beach-marine-conservation/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260223T195000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260223T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260202T234802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T234802Z
UID:3312-1771876200-1771882200@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting Little Penguins in St Kilda and learn from our dedicated volunteers about this unique colony! \nAs a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two small teams – each made up of five participants and one team leader. You’ll help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (a group of penguins in the water) as they return home at sunset. This non‑intrusive study collects valuable long‑term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends. Your observations directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda. \n👉 REGISTER HERE\nRegistrations open 5pm\, 2nd February \n \n  \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved \n\nObserve penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater\nManually count penguin rafts as they return from feeding at sea\nContribute to long‑term monitoring of arrival patterns and population trends\nSupport the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony\nEnjoy the chance to see and learn about these incredible birds up close\n\nProgram details \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional but helpful). \n\nSite Information \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n \n\nThe St Kilda Breakwater has uneven and sometimes unstable surfaces\, so sturdy\, closed‑toe shoes with good grip are essential.\nThe area is exposed to wind and changing weather conditions\, especially around sunset\nDuring the return walk after the count\, you will be walking through an active Little Penguin colony. This section of the breakwater is dimly lit\, and you may encounter:\n\n– Penguins crossing the path or resting beside the rocks\n– Trip hazards such as unstable rocks\, branches\, and narrow walkways\n– Occasional wet or slippery patches from waves or penguin activity \n  \n     \nRequirements \n\nNo experience needed  \nParticipants must be 8+ years (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check required for participants aged 18+\nTo join this team you will need to have/create a Park Connect account\n\n\n \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and a Park Connect account are ESSENTIAL. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \n👉 REGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-60/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260223T195000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260223T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260203T000242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T000242Z
UID:3327-1771876200-1771882200@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting Little Penguins in St Kilda and learn from our dedicated volunteers about this unique colony! \nAs a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two small teams – each made up of five participants and one team leader. You’ll help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (a group of penguins in the water) as they return home at sunset. This non‑intrusive study collects valuable long‑term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends. Your observations directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda. \n👉 REGISTER HERE\nRegistrations open 5pm\, 2nd February \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved \n\nObserve penguins from the RMYS Marina\nManually count penguin rafts as they return from feeding at sea\nContribute to long‑term monitoring of arrival patterns and population trends\nSupport the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony\nEnjoy the chance to see and learn about these incredible birds up close\n\nProgram details \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with season) \nWhere: RMYS Marina\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional but helpful). \n\nSite Information \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\n  \nRequirements \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be 18 years or older\n\nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda are ESSENTIAL. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \n👉 REGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-46/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260225T195000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260225T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260202T235056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T235056Z
UID:3318-1772049000-1772055000@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting Little Penguins in St Kilda and learn from our dedicated volunteers about this unique colony! \nAs a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two small teams – each made up of five participants and one team leader. You’ll help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (a group of penguins in the water) as they return home at sunset. This non‑intrusive study collects valuable long‑term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends. Your observations directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda. \n👉 REGISTER HERE\nRegistrations open 5pm\, 2nd February \n  \n  \n  \n \nWhat’s Involved \n\nObserve penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater\nManually count penguin rafts as they return from feeding at sea\nContribute to long‑term monitoring of arrival patterns and population trends\nSupport the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony\nEnjoy the chance to see and learn about these incredible birds up close\n\nProgram details \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional but helpful). \n\nSite Information \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n \n\nThe St Kilda Breakwater has uneven and sometimes unstable surfaces\, so sturdy\, closed‑toe shoes with good grip are essential.\nThe area is exposed to wind and changing weather conditions\, especially around sunset\nDuring the return walk after the count\, you will be walking through an active Little Penguin colony. This section of the breakwater is dimly lit\, and you may encounter:\n\n– Penguins crossing the path or resting beside the rocks\n– Trip hazards such as unstable rocks\, branches\, and narrow walkways\n– Occasional wet or slippery patches from waves or penguin activity \n     \nRequirements \n\nNo experience needed  \nParticipants must be 8+ years (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check required for participants aged 18+\nTo join this team you will need to have/create a Park Connect account\n\n \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and a Park Connect account are ESSENTIAL. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \n👉 REGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-61/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260225T195000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260225T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260203T000046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T000046Z
UID:3325-1772049000-1772055000@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting Little Penguins in St Kilda and learn from our dedicated volunteers about this unique colony! \nAs a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two small teams – each made up of five participants and one team leader. You’ll help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (a group of penguins in the water) as they return home at sunset. This non‑intrusive study collects valuable long‑term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends. Your observations directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda. \n👉 REGISTER HERE\nRegistrations open 5pm\, 2nd February \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved \n\nObserve penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater\nManually count penguin rafts as they return from feeding at sea\nContribute to long‑term monitoring of arrival patterns and population trends\nSupport the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony\nEnjoy the chance to see and learn about these incredible birds up close\n\nProgram details \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with season) \nWhere: RMYS Marina\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional but helpful). \n\nSite Information \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\n  \nRequirements \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be 18 years or older\n\nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda are ESSENTIAL. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \n👉 REGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-45/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260227T195000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260227T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260202T235338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T235338Z
UID:3320-1772221800-1772227800@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Breakwater Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting Little Penguins in St Kilda and learn from our dedicated volunteers about this unique colony! \nAs a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two small teams – each made up of five participants and one team leader. You’ll help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (a group of penguins in the water) as they return home at sunset. This non‑intrusive study collects valuable long‑term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends. Your observations directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda. \n👉 REGISTER HERE\nRegistrations open 5pm\, 2nd February \n  \n  \n \nWhat’s Involved \n\nObserve penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater\nManually count penguin rafts as they return from feeding at sea\nContribute to long‑term monitoring of arrival patterns and population trends\nSupport the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony\nEnjoy the chance to see and learn about these incredible birds up close\n\nProgram details \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with season) \nWhere: St Kilda Breakwater\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional but helpful). \n\nSite Information \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n \n\nThe St Kilda Breakwater has uneven and sometimes unstable surfaces\, so sturdy\, closed‑toe shoes with good grip are essential.\nThe area is exposed to wind and changing weather conditions\, especially around sunset\nDuring the return walk after the count\, you will be walking through an active Little Penguin colony. This section of the breakwater is dimly lit\, and you may encounter:\n\n– Penguins crossing the path or resting beside the rocks\n– Trip hazards such as unstable rocks\, branches\, and narrow walkways\n– Occasional wet or slippery patches from waves or penguin activity \n     \nRequirements \n\nNo experience needed  \nParticipants must be 8+ years (participants under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult) \nWorking with Children’s check required for participants aged 18+\nTo join this team you will need to have/create a Park Connect account\n\n \nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda and a Park Connect account are ESSENTIAL. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \n👉 REGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-breakwater-team-62/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260227T195000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260227T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T120459
CREATED:20260202T235902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T235902Z
UID:3322-1772221800-1772227800@earthcarestkilda.org.au
SUMMARY:Raft Count - Marina Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us in counting Little Penguins in St Kilda and learn from our dedicated volunteers about this unique colony! \nAs a citizen scientist\, you’ll join one of two small teams – each made up of five participants and one team leader. You’ll help manually count the number of penguins in each raft (a group of penguins in the water) as they return home at sunset. This non‑intrusive study collects valuable long‑term data on penguin arrival patterns and population trends. Your observations directly contribute to protecting and understanding the Little Penguin colony in St Kilda. \n👉 REGISTER HERE\nRegistrations open 5pm\, 2nd February \n  \n  \n  \nWhat’s Involved \n\nObserve penguins from the St Kilda Breakwater\nManually count penguin rafts as they return from feeding at sea\nContribute to long‑term monitoring of arrival patterns and population trends\nSupport the conservation of Melbourne’s unique Little Penguin colony\nEnjoy the chance to see and learn about these incredible birds up close\n\nProgram details \n\nDuration: Approximately 2 hours \nWhen: Monday\, Wednesday\, and Friday evenings \nStart Time: Begins 15 minutes before sunset (exact time varies with season) \nWhere: RMYS Marina\nWhat to bring: warm clothes\, water\, binoculars (optional but helpful). \n\nSite Information \nLocation: End of the St Kilda Breakwater  \n\nYou’ll be stationed on a floating platform surrounded by water. The platform may move slightly due to its floating nature \nFrom this position\, you’ll get to watch the penguins swim in from the bay and make their way to the breakwater to nest.\nYou will also be able to spot penguins on the breakwater using a red light torch provided by your team leader\n\n  \nRequirements \n\nNo experience needed  \nMust be 18 years or older\n\nRegistrations through Earthcare St Kilda are ESSENTIAL. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact tia@earthcarestkilda.org.au \n👉 REGISTER HERE
URL:https://earthcarestkilda.org.au/event/raft-count-marina-team-44/
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