Real connections, real impact.
SOLN’s interest groups connect people through shared interests in nature, conservation, gardening and community learning. Whether you’re curious about birds, fungi, oceans, native plants or growing food, there’s a welcoming group to help you learn, connect and get involved.
The Shrub Club Community Nursery
Located in Apollo Bay, our nursery grows a wide range of local native plants —from wet forest and rainforest species to heathland and coastal plants. Visit our Shrub Club Community Nursery page for more info.
Otway Bird Observers
The Otway Bird Observers (OBO) welcome members from the Otway Ranges who are interested in learning how to identify and observe bird species found in our region.
Otway Ocean Care (OOC)
Otway Ocean Care (OOC) is a group of volunteers committed to conserving our local marine environment, educating our community about the underwater world and monitoring underwater life to progress science.