Summer by the Sea is an annual program of free educational activities along Victoria’s 2,500km of coastline during summer.
Led by experienced activity providers, the program gives communities the opportunity to explore Victoria’s unique coastal environments, learn about local marine ecosystems, and discover practical ways to care for and protect these special places.
For more than 30 years, Summer by the Sea has been proudly funded by the Victorian Government and delivered in partnership with local community-based environmental organisations.
The next Summer by the Sea activity program will be announced in late 2026. Sign up to our newsletter to stay up to date.
Beneath the Waves
Beneath the Waves at Wilsons Promontory National Park, by Lacelid Productions. This video was funded through the 2026 Summer by the Sea grants as part of an online webinar series.
Get involved!
We’re making it easy for people interested in coastal environmental volunteering to find their local Coastcare group, using this map and guide: https://www.environment.vic.gov.au/volunteering/volunteering/getting-involved
Looking for a specific Coastcare group or project? Volunteering Opportunities
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For more information, please contact: coastcare.victoria@deeca.vic.gov.au
Page last updated: 31/07/26