As a true coral cay right on the Great Barrier Reef within a Marine National
Park, Heron Island offers young visitors lots of interesting and educational
experiences. Children aged 7 to 12 can join in the fun and discovery of
Heron Island Resort's Junior Ranger Program during Australian eastern seaboard school
holidays (or on request if there's at least three participants). The kids enjoy hands-on activities and
have the chance to earn a colourful collection of 15 badges. They'll get 'up
close and personal' with a wonderful variety of marine creatures and explore
the fascinating coral cay forest and woodlands. During turtle season
on Heron Island (November to April), they can even join the Queensland Turtle Research
program's research and monitoring activities.
From reef walks and snorkelling to turtle
tagging, charting the night sky and 'piloting' a helicopter, these fun,
practical experiences nurture a sense of exploration and caring for the
environment. A one-off registration fee of AUD$50 applies for each Junior
Ranger participant with fees generating funds for the Queensland Turtle
Conservation Program.
Registration costs cover Junior Ranger
activities, workbook and badges. The Heron Island Junior Rangers program was designed by
naturalist Sandy McFeeters in cooperation with the University of Queensland
Research Station and Queensland Parks & Wildlife Service
Babysitting on Heron Island Resort is available on request throughout the year at an
additional charge.
