Coastal discovery van
Book our mobile coastal discovery education centre to learn about the coastal processes that shape our beaches and how we work to protect our coastal lifestyle.
Book the coastal discovery van now
About the Coastal Discovery Van
The Coastal Discovery Van provides a fun and interactive learning opportunity for students and our community, either at your school or a coastal location within the Sunshine Coast local government area.
Step inside to:
- learn about coastal processes that influence our beaches and waterways, and key natural coastal values of the region
- discover ecosystems and geological features that play a key role in our coastal environment
- learn about coastal erosion, sediment transport or coffee rock
- explore how council manages and protects our iconic coastal zone with our interactive wave tank.
Lessons can be tailored to each audience.
The van is mobile so it can come to your school or event.
How to book the Coastal Discovery Van
How to book the Coastal Discovery Van
Bookings are open to:
- primary and secondary schools
- businesses
- community groups.
Email [email protected].
Please include:
- preferred dates
- location
- school or organisation
- year level or age
- purpose of the event
- contact details.
Coastal Discovery Van lesson plans for schools
Coastal Discovery Van lesson plans for schools
We provide tailored lesson plans and a coastal guardians passport (PDF, 3.85MB) to engage students of all ages.
Add on a beach clean-up and lesson on marine debris
Add on a beach clean-up and lesson on marine debris
Looking for something more to do? Combine your visit of the coastal discovery van with a beach clean-up at one of our beautiful beaches supported by council staff. Find out more about council’s beach clean up program.
To book the coastal discovery van, or find out more, please contact us via email.
To learn more about our coastal management program, please visit the coastal management web page.
Coastal Discovery Van online lessons
Watch these virtual lessons to find out more about our beautiful coast and the coastal processes that shape it.