Heritage Ventures Spring events
History Afloat: Kayak Mooney Mooney to Marramarra Creek
Saturday 5th – Sunday 6th September
Guided two day paddle experience from Mooney Mooney to Marramarra Creek stopping at heritage sites and landmarks. Discover the natural beauty of our waterways, enjoy historical revelations and spend time on sandstone country.
Our journey begins at Mooney Mooney, paddling into the tidal reaches of the Hawkesbury River (Dyarubbin). We pass the wreck of HMAS Parramatta and Milson Island, once a boys’ reformatory. Stopping at Bar Island, we visit a significant Aboriginal and European heritage site before paddling into the calm waters of Marramarra Creek. The waterway narrows into sheltered bushland alive with birdlife, leading to our campground among old orchard remains. Sunday we explore the upper reaches and return visiting other historic locations.
Hear about the people who lived in this isolated place in the 1800s, oyster farming, illegal stills, lime burners and river rescues. Kayaks, safety gear, all meals and camping equipment provided.
Join us on this beautiful fully catered overnight camp and historical tour with professional outdoor guides and historian. Kayak orientation provided.
Duration: Heading out on Saturday 5th September 8.30am, return by Sunday 6th September 3.30pm.
Ticket Price: $560
Australian Bird Watercolours
Australian Bird Watercolours12 September 2026
9am – 3.30pm
Mini bird tour celebrating local and migratory birds
Fun all day workshop at the Hawkesbury Duck space in Spencer. Our day begins with a local mini bird tour – spotting the local species in the company of a Hawkesbury River bird expert.
Waratah Wonderland
Waratah Wonderland19 September 2026
9am – 1pm
Join us for an easy meander of botanical and historical beauty
- Morning tea overlooking Mangrove Creek dam at the visitors centre
- Experience bush tracks of waratahs and gymea lilies.
- Hear about histories of Kulnura and the evidence of indigenous occupation.
An immersion amongst the yellows, blues, pinks and whites of our spring flowers. Catch a glimpse of a diversity of fauna and birds including the shy swamp wallaby, the lyre bird and native stingless bees. Waratahs are blooming and lyre birds are calling!.
Tickets: $65
More information visit the website: heritageventures.com.au
