The Science Behind Saving Lives at Sea

🛟🔬 Marine Rescue: The Science Behind Saving Lives at Sea 🔬🛟
📍 Marine Rescue Port Macquarie Boatshed
📅 Two action-packed Saturdays 9th and 16th August 10-3pm
🎟️ FREE • Family-Friendly • All Ages Welcome!

Ever wondered how people are rescued at sea — or how science helps make it possible?

Join us for Marine Rescue: The Science Behind Saving Lives at Sea, a hands-on, family-friendly science open day packed with fascinating demos, expert talks, and real-world rescue gear!

🎤 Hear from the experts:

See flares and firefighting devices in action

Discover the tech rescuers use to find people fast

Learn what it’s really like to be a woman in the marine industry

🚤 Step aboard real rescue boats
🧠 Get hands-on with emergency equipment
🪢 Try knot tying, rescue ring throwing, or “rescue” a model whale from fishing line!

🏆 Fun prizes, cool science, and interactive learning — perfect for ocean lovers, curious minds, and future lifesavers.

👉 Mark your calendar and bring the whole family — science has never been this life-saving!

https://www.scienceweek.net.au/event/the-science-of-behind-saving-lives-at-sea/port-macquarie/