Lions volunteer paddling 2400kms to promote the Murray River and caring for its environment..

On the 22 August August Tathra Lions Club volunteer Mark Darby started paddling the Murray River from the Snowy Mountains to the sea in South Australia (around 2,400kms - over 2 months).

“After many years of bad news from the Murray, my paddle aims to share the positive stories of individuals, communities and organisations that are caring for the Murray River and its environment.”, says Mark.

Mark is also raising money to help Trust for Nature to help protect and restore places where native wildlife and plants can thrive.

“During the paddle I will be seeking to raise $10,000 to support Trust for Nature's work at Neds Corner Station, on Ngintait Country, in North Western Victoria. They are planning to establish one of the largest predator proof fences in Australia to preserve and protect the introduction of native species, such as the Greater Bilby. The funds will also support their spring biodiversity study of Neds Corner.”, adds Mark.

There are over 20 Lions Clubs across South Australia, NSW and Victoria that live on the Murray and many of those have established and care for Lions Parks and Reserves on the river. Mark hopes to meet with many Clubs during his paddle and promote their contribution to local communities.