Wetlands are a critical part of our natural environment, filtering our water, protecting our shores from erosion and providing habitat for diverse plant and animal species.
To mark World Wetlands Day (Sunday, 2 February 2025), the public is invited to the Tamar Island Wetlands Centre to enjoy a range of free, family-friendly activities.
Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service Regional Operations Manager (North) Jayne Cooper said there would be plenty of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy.
“We’re delighted to be hosting educational and cultural displays, art activities, guided walks and more for the next three weekends at Tamar Island Wetlands Centre,” Ms Cooper said.
“It’s a great opportunity for the public to come and visit the wetlands, engage with staff and learn more about this stunning natural environment we’re fortunate to have just minutes from the Launceston CBD.”
The full list of activities which will run from 10am-4pm each day includes:
Sunday 2 February: World Wetlands Day activities including guided walks, a colouring-in competition, book readings and a free sausage sizzle.
Saturday 8 February: Kanamaluka / Tamar estuary stall, educational displays, children’s activities, an adults’ art activity and giveaways.
Saturday 15 February: Connecting with Country, led by an Aboriginal guided walk and yarn, sharing stories around the sky’s involvement with the wetlands as well as further colouring and art activities.
Booking are essential for the guided walks – please phone 6327 3064.
World Wetlands Day is held annually to raise global awareness about the importance of wetlands for the environment and the public. It marks the anniversary of the signing of the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance (Ramsar Convention) in Ramsar, Iran in 1971.
This year’s theme, Wetlands and Human Wellbeing: Protecting Wetlands for Our Common Future, reflects the importance of taking action to protect wetlands for the benefit of people and the planet.
More information on the Tamar Islands Wetlands Centre can be found on the Tamar Islands Wetlands Centre page.