OUTDOOR enthusiasts in Victoria are rallying against what they perceive as an attack on their recreational activities. A family day event, scheduled for Saturday, December 9 at Victoria Park Lake, aims to unite those who believe in the right to enjoy Victoria’s bush and coastline responsibly and sustainably.
The event’s organisers argue that outdoor recreation, from fishing to horse-riding, is being increasingly restricted by “unscientific and ideological red tape.” They cite locked gates, closed campsites, limitations to boating access, and bans on various activities as evidence of this growing problem.
“If this attack on outdoor pursuits continues, it won’t be long until we follow the extreme measures of some other countries and ban catch-and-release fishing,” the organisers warned. They question what could be next on the chopping block – the Melbourne Cup, dirt biking on public land, or even a simple family picnic in the bush.
The event aims to highlight these concerns and rally support for the continuation of a sustainable outdoor lifestyle. It’s a call to arms for those who believe in the right to relax, adventure, and unwind in Victoria’s great outdoors, free from political interference.
