In partnership with the Australian Association for Environmental Education SeaWeek
SeaWeek 2027
Become an
Ocean Explorer
About SeaWeek
Five days. Five expeditions. One incredible ocean.
SeaWeek is Australia’s national week of marine environmental education, run each March by the Australian Association for Environmental Education. It exists to get people thinking about the ocean — and, ideally, into it.
Our SeaWeek program runs five different expeditions across the week, each looking at the reserve through a different lens: fish, seabirds, habitat, water quality, and the cultural story of the place.
Come to one or come to all five. Schools, families and community groups all welcome.
Five days. Five expeditions. One incredible ocean.
across the week
to take part
experience levels
partner
On the Day
How the week works
Each day stands alone, but together they build a full picture of the reserve.
01
Pick your days
Five expeditions run across the week, each with its own focus. Register for whichever suit you — there is no requirement to attend them all.
02
Get in the water
Most days involve snorkelling or diving the reserve. Shoreline and boat-based options are available for anyone who would rather stay dry.
03
Record what you find
Every expedition contributes observations to our long-term Cook Island dataset via iNaturalist, so the week produces real data rather than just a good time.
Cook Island Aquatic Reserve · Tweed Coast NSW
What to Bring
What to bring for the week
Requirements vary slightly by expedition — we send specifics once you have chosen your days.
- Mask, snorkel and fins for in-water days
- Underwater camera or phone housing
- Wetsuit — 3mm minimum recommended
- Sun protection and warm layers
- Water, snacks and a dry bag
- iNaturalist account set up beforehand
Event Details
Meeting Point
Fingal Head Boat Ramp, NSW
When
March 2027 — dates TBC
Cost
Free
Partner
AAEE SeaWeek
Skill Level
No experience needed
Format
Five separate expeditions
SeaWeek 2027 dates have not yet been announced by the AAEE. SeaWeek runs in March each year — register your interest and we will confirm dates as soon as they are published.
March 2027
Register your interest
Dates are still to be confirmed. Let us know you are interested and we will be in touch the moment the program is set.