Discover Boating Week starts tomorrow

by Boating Industry Association on 18 Oct 2014 Discover Boating Week is a celebration of the recreational boating lifestyle and the joys and fun that come with spending quality time on the water. Whether you're a fisherman, paddler or sailor, there is something for everyone.

Over 40 events will be taking place across the state from October 18 - 25 and the best part is, they all absolutely free!

Discover Boating Week kicks off tomorrow, so take a quick look through some of the fun, family friendly events that are taking place this weekend across NSW!


Date and Time: All Days, 18th - 26th October - 10:00am to 5:00pm
Location: Festival Pontoon, opposite Maritime Museum Darling Harbour
Activity: Understanding Boat Sharing
Host: US Yachts
Details: Try sailing aboard a yacht, learn more about boat charter, yacht syndication, investment and information on buying one of your own!

Date and Time: Saturday 18th October, 12:00pm to 3:00pm
Location: Warner's Bay Lions Park, off Macquarie Drive, Eleebana
Activity: Try A Trailer Boat
Host: Newcastle Jet-Ski Centre
Details: Try and browse Kawasaki Personal Water Craft with advice on buying, selling and finance from qualified PWC experts!

Date and Time: Saturday 18th October, 10:00am to 12:00pm
Location: Darling Harbour - limited spots call (02) 9281 4422 to book
Activity: Sailing Experiences - Other
Host: Sydney By Sail
Details: Learn more about the Sydney by Sail team building courses, adult sailing school, yacht charters, yacht syndication plus romantic getaways!

Date and Time: Saturday 18th October, 9:00am to 1:00pm
Location: Vaucluse Bay, Wentworth Road, Vaucluse
Activity: Discover Paddling - To book email openwater@rivercanoeclub.org
Host: River Canoe Club
Details: A day to try paddling a canoe/kayak and allow visitors to get on the water and experience the sport. This event aims to cater to adults.

Date and Time: Saturday 18th October, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Location: d'Albora Marina - 1B New Beach Road, Rushcutters Bay
Activity: Marina Open Day
Host: d'Albora Marinas
Details: Rushcutters Bay will be open to the public and educational tours of the facility will run at 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm and 2:00pm!

Date and Time: Saturday 18th October, 10:00am to 2:00pm
Location: Illawarra Yacht Club, Wollongong
Activity: Try a Trailer Boat
HOST: Hi-Tech Marine
Details: Try trailer boat brands such as Atomix, Alloycraft and Savage! Expert staff on hand to help with information on sales, equipment and servicing.

Date and Time: Saturday 18th October, 12:00pm to 3:00pm
Location: Warm-up Lake at Penrith White Water Stadium
Activity: Discover Paddling
Host: Penrith White Water Stadium
Details: This event will introduce juniors and kids to the different disciplines of paddling such as Freestyle, Slalom, Recreational and Canoe Polo!

Date and Time: Saturday 18th October, 10:00am to 2:00pm
Location: Drummoyne Boat Ramp, Taplin Park
Activity: Understanding Boat Hire
Host: BOAB Boat Hire
Details: The BOAB team will have knowledgeable staff present to educate visitors on Boat Hire, training courses and getting your boat license!

Date and Time: Saturday 18th October, 10:00am to 2:00pm
Location: Botany Bay Boat Ramp, Port Hacking
Activity: Understanding Boat Hire
Host: BOAB Boat Hire
Details: The BOAB team will have knowledgeable staff present to educate visitors on Boat Hire, training courses and getting your boat license!

Date and Time: Saturday 18th October, 10:00am to 2:00pm
Location: Illawarra Yacht Club, Wollongong
Activity: Understanding Boat Hire
Host: BOAB Boat Hire
Details: The BOAB team will have knowledgeable staff present to educate visitors on Boat Hire, training courses and getting your boat license!

Date and Time: Saturday 18th October, 10:00am to 2:00pm
Location: Little Beach Boat Ramp, Port Stephens
Activity: Understanding Boat Hire
Host: BOAB Boat Hire
Details: The BOAB team will have knowledgeable staff present to educate visitors on Boat Hire, training courses and getting your boat license!

Date and Time: Sunday 19th October, 12:00 noon to 4:00pm
Location: Dowling Beach Boat Ramp, off Hollywood Drive, Lansvale
Activity: Try A Trailer Boat
Host: A&J Outboards and Boating Services
Details: Try a trailer boat with Formosa boats and Kawasaki Personal Water Craft available, and information on boat and engine sales and servicing!

Date and Time: Sunday 19th October, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Location: d'Albora Akuna Bay, Ku-ring-gai National Park, Terry Hills
Activity: Marina Open Day
Host: d'Albora Marinas
Details: Akuna Bay marina will be open to the public and educational tours of the facilities will be held at 10am, 11am and 12pm!

Date and Time: Sunday 19th October, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Location: d'Albora Marina - The Spit Mosman
Activity: Marina Open Day
Host: d'Albora Marinas
Details: The Spit will be open to the public and educational tours of the facilities will be held at 10:00am, 11:00am and 12:00pm!

Date and Time: Sunday 19th October, 10:00am to 2:00pm
Location: Rowland Reserve - Pittwater
Activity: Try a Trailer Boat
Host: KB Marine
Details: Try trailer boat brands Bayliner and Bluefin and learn more on buying, selling, servicing and more from friendly team members!

Date and Time: Sunday 19th October, 10:00am to 1:00pm
Location: Govenor Phillip Park, Windsor
Activity: Try a Trailer Boat
Host: TR Marine
Details: Try trailer boat brands Quintrex, Crownline and Savage! Learn more about new and used boat sales, equipment and servicing.

Date and Time: Sunday 19th October, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Location: d'Albora Marina - The Spit, The Spit Road, Mosman
Activity: Understanding Boat Sharing
Host: Shared Boating
Details: Learn more about boat syndication and boat sharing, and see the range of sailing and power vessels available for syndication.

For further information, check out the Discover Boating Week website here, or view the PDF Activity Schedule here!

We hope you have an opportunity to visit one of the Discover Boating Week locations!

See you on the water!