Walk, talk, swim and dine at the inaugural Coastal Forage Lunch in Jervis Bay
Its long been a dream of Nature Experience founder and Shoalhaven enthusiast, Amanda Fry, to host a unique 10 course degustation lunch in the beautiful Jervis Bay on some of the whitest sand in the world. This September that dream is being realised with some incredible local food and beverage partners.
Positioned over 8km of stunning NSW beach and trails along the Jervis Bay coastline, Coastal Forage is a culinary showcase of local food, wine and produce from Shoalhaven. Held over two days in September, guests will spend 2-3 hours meandering between 10 food stations and feeling the sand between their toes. This is the ultimate way to indulge in a 10-course tasting lunch whiles meeting local chefs, producers and makers, learning about the flora and fauna as the marine environment of Jervis Bay.
The walk begins at Moona Moona Creek Reserve with groups of 20-25 people departing every 10-15 mins. Groups will move from food station to food station for about 2.5-3 hours until you reach the end at Plantation Point. You can then jump on our boat, back to your car.
Bangalay Dining, Blackhen Kitchen, Trolleyd and of course our own Gunyah chefs will be serving up delicious morsels along the trail just to name a few of the local producers participating.
The beach and track is almost completely flat, so it’s suitable for all fitness levels, and don't forget your swimmers, that crystal clear water may just be irresistable!
Just choose your start time and bring some friends or meet new ones on the day. Parking at Moona Moona Creek Reserve is included in the price. On the day you simply go to our registration desk for your glass and booklet to begin your coastal foodie adventure.
The Shoalhaven sits around 200km south of Sydney and encompasses the glorious south coastal towns from Berry to Durras as well as inland through to Kangaroo Valley and Nowra and Ulladulla. The area has over 100 beautiful beaches and is home to a number of National Parks including Jervis Bay Marine Park and the famous Morton and Booderee National Parks. Our starting point Moona Moona Creek Reserve is located between the coastal towns of Vincentia and Huskisson.
We will tell the story, through food and wine, of this beautiful marine area. From the remote reaches of Morton National Park to the cool climate mountain villages and rolling green hills of the highlands that host Fitzroy Falls and the Minnamurra Rainforest, down the hilly terrain of Mt Conjola through to the coastal regions including Seven Mile Beach, all with access to freshest seafood from the Pacific.
Previously this event was held in Kangaroo Valley, so if you have come before, this will be a completely different type of track focussed on walking on sand. Jervis Bay is a spectacular location that offers guests the opportunity to explore the crystal blue waters of Jervis Bay Marine Park that are a haven for migrating whales, bottlenose dolphins, fur seals, little penguins, sea dragons and birds as you sample fresh local seafood and paddock to plate specialities of the region with some great local Australian wine.
Please also note that this is an over 18 years event and we are unable to manage dietary requirements.
We recommend flat shoes that cover your feet like trainers, or even covered thongs and sandals, and whilst its flat, sand is an unmodified natural surface. Please bring your own filled water bottle (there will be refill stations along the way), sunscreen and a hat for the spring weather. This is a beginners walk so suitable for all fitness levels.