Fishing charter adventures!
November 09, 2025
This week, we welcomed 55 students from a cluster of primary schools in rural Victoria for our Take a Break program. They were in for a week of fun and adventure!
There were so many activities planned for the week. Boogie-boarding quickly became a favourite, with children racing to catch the next perfect wave. Their cheers and splashes filled the beach as they learned to catch the waves alongside their peers.
On land, the pace didn’t slow down. The children spent hours exploring the local beaches, discovering light houses, war bunkers and exploring rock pools.
Rock pooling was a highlight of its own. Knees bent and eyes wide, they searched under rocks and in small rock pools for crabs, starfish and tiny darting ghost shrimp. Every new creature they found sparked fresh excitement and a loud chorus of, “Woah … look at this!”
But even with so many activities to enjoy, nothing compared to the much-anticipated fishing charter activity. The children boarded the boat for what many would later call the best part of the program. Out on the water surrounded by sparkling waves, the children were casting their rods and waiting for that nibble.
It didn’t take long for the fish to appear! Each one was met with cheers, excited squeals, proud smiles and supportive pats on the back from fellow participants. There were plenty of playful debates about whose fish was the biggest, and triumphant photos were taken with proud smiles.
“Many of our children have never had the opportunity to go to the beach or on a boat. I’m sure they have made lifelong memories from this experience,” reflected a visiting teacher.
This week at Cottage by the Sea was full of adventure, fun, new friendships and long-lasting memories.
Many of our children have never had the opportunity to go to the beach or on a boat. I’m sure they have made lifelong memories from this experience.
Take a Break visiting teacher
