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Discovering the hidden wonders of NSW South Coast
4 Oct
Summary
- Yuin people connect with black ducks, protecting them for conservation.
- Historic whaling station reveals Indigenous links to killer whales.
- Night kayaking tour showcases diverse marine life and starry skies.
The Sapphire Coast on NSW's south coast offers a deep dive into Indigenous Yuin culture and European whaling history. Tours reveal ancient Yuin connections to nature, like their reverence for black ducks and understanding of seasonal food cues linked to marine life. This wisdom contrasts with the region's industrial past.
Historically, whaling was a primary industry, with families like the Davidsons partnering with wild killer whales to hunt baleen whales. New insights show Indigenous Thaua people and later the Davidsons' workforce shared a tradition of killer whales assisting in hunts, with the whales receiving the whale's tongue as a reward.
Contemporary experiences include guided bushwalks showcasing local flora and fauna, and informative historical tours of whaling stations. Night kayaking on Wallagoot Lake provides a magical glimpse of nocturnal wildlife and abundant marine species illuminated by underwater lights, highlighting the coast's enduring natural allure.
