Melbourne Family Trip Oct 2012 - Day 3 Phillip Island

Today it was off to see one of the smallest penguins on earth. Matthew took us to the Churchill Island Heritage Farm where we enjoyed some farm activities like sheep shearing and working dogs. I gave sheep shearing a miss since I don't particularly enjoy the sheep’s ;odour ; The farm is well kept and located in a small island surrounded by calm sea. I was dreaming of migrating again and this time as a farm owner…

We went to the Nobbies Centre later in the afternoon. This place had wooden boardwalks leading toward the ocean when you may find seals and seagulls at certain timing. When we were there, we found annoying seagulls, a lot of bird shits and no seals. We quickly retreated and Matthew took us to a quieter viewing platform with more magnificent view which was away from the birds and crowds.

After a great meal at a Chinese restaurant, it was off to see the highlight of the day. ; The Penguin Parade happens in the quietness and darkness of the night. People crowded together making tiny whispers in the coldness of the night as little fairy penguins wobbles in group along the lilted sand pathways to their nests. They are so cute and timid; I had to fight my impulse to grab and cuddle them. Nearby in their nests hidden by the tall grass and bushes, we heard baby penguins calling for their parents. So cute, cute, cute.


Waiting for the seagulls.


Sheeps have better life than me.


Picture from http://www.visitphillipisland.com


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