The Southern Ocean Discovery Centre fills a separate section of the Deck complex. This interactive display provides a fascinating insight into the Fitzgerald Biosphere Regions very special coastline (Fitzgerald Coast), unique plants and dramatic coastal and inland mountain ranges. There is also a telescope set for visitors to view the Australian sea lion colony that haul out on seal island just off shore, it is quite a buzz when they emerge from the ocean glistening in the sunlight, or spar for territory or a position amongst the group on the rock. The display of beach treasures, the shell discovery basket of local shells, and poster display interests many visitors. The Southern Ocean Discovery Centre includes information on the Fitzgerald River National Park, and the discovery centre souvenir booklet provides further information to take away with you.

The stunning array of wildflowers which can be seen all year round (they peak in spring) are of great interest to visitors from around the world, from The Deck you can book a Fitzgerald FF Safari tour into the Fitzgerald River National Park, which will give you the opportunity to get in amongst this amazing landscape and coastline - just enquire at the counter.

You can also purchase local, holiday and annual National Park Passes at The Deck. At The Deck we keep a range of brochures and some excellent books on Western Australian, regional and local wildflowers.The Fitzgerald Biosphere Reserve has been described as "the most important Mediterranean ecosystem reserve in the World" (Dr. Bernd von Drost, 1989, UNESCO), so it is really worth checking out.

Visits to the Southern Ocean Discovery Centre are open to everyone welcome (a gold coin donation is much appreciated). The souvenir booklet is $2.00.

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