EDUCATION MAIN STAGE
GEELONG EDUCATION
SCHEDULE
Dive into expert tips all weekend long!
From freshwater fishing know–how to hands-on 4WD advice, the Education Main Stage brings practical demos, pro insights and real-world skills to help you get more out of every adventure.
EDUCATION SCHEDULE
SAME TIMES DAILY
TIME
PRESENTER
PRESENTATION
10:00AM - 10:30AM
RHYS CREED
SOCIAL FISHING
Best Rigs & Knots to Learn
Learn the basic fishing rigs and knots that you can use on your camping/holiday travels. Whether you’re fishing along the coast or inland, this chat will have you covered – even if you’re new to fishing.
10:45AM - 11:15AM
CASSIE CARSON
Girls Day Out 4WD Edition
Adventure Choice: What’s Right for you?
Caravan, camper trailer or fully set-up 4WD – which truly wins the adventure game? We compare comfort, cost, setup time, towing stress, and real-world practicality. With audience votes, props, and plenty of camping truths, we break down what works, what doesn’t and which option suits your style of exploring.
11:30AM - 12:15PM
Dion Henderson & Lovells Geelong Respresentative
Weigh Station Mobile Caravan & Vehicle Weighing & Lovells Geelong
Tow Safe & Compliance/Suspension & GVM + GCM Upgrades
Learn the essentials for setting up your vehicle and towing safely on everytrip, along with seeing how the right upgrades boost capability while keeping you legal, insured and comfortable
1:00PM - 1:30PM
RHYS CREED
SOCIAL FISHING
Better your Casting Skills / Fishing Casting Demonstration
Interactive demonstration showing you the fundamentals to cast more accurately. Simple tricks that will have you casting like a pro in no time.
1:45PM - 2:15PM
CASSIE CARSON
Girls Day Out 4WD Edition
Offroad Reality Check
Get ready for laughs, learning, and myth-busting as we tackle the biggest 4WD misunderstandings that lead to broken gear and wild campsite stories. From tyre pressure truths to lift-kit lies, the session blends real-life demos, surprising facts, and plenty of fun.
2:30PM - 3:00PM
DARREN KAMP
Lucky Strike
How to Find Gold in Victoria
With an emphasis on education, environmental awareness, responsible and low-impact prospecting practices, equipment and tools to use, and an understanding of relevant regulations.
10:00AM - 10:30AM
RHYS CREED
SOCIAL FISHING
Best Rigs & Knots to Learn
Learn the basic fishing rigs and knots that you can use on your camping/holiday travels. Whether you’re fishing along the coast or inland, this chat will have you covered – even if you’re new to fishing.
10:45AM - 11:15AM
CASSIE CARSON
GIRLS DAY OUT 4WD EDITION
Adventure Choice: What’s Right for you?
Caravan, camper trailer or fully set-up 4WD – which truly wins the adventure game? We compare comfort, cost, setup time, towing stress, and real-world practicality. With audience votes, props, and plenty of camping truths, we break down what works, what doesn’t and which option suits your style of exploring.
11:30AM - 12:15PM
Dion Henderson & Lovells Geelong Respresentative
Weigh Station Mobile Caravan & Vehicle Weighing & Lovells Geelong
Tow Safe & Compliance/Suspension & GVM + GCM Upgrades
Learn the essentials for setting up your vehicle and towing safely on everytrip, along with seeing how the right upgrades boost capability while keeping you legal, insured and comfortable
1:00PM - 1:30PM
RHYS CREED
SOCIAL FISHING
Better your Casting Skills / Fishing Casting Demonstration
Interactive demonstration showing you the fundamentals to cast more accurately. Simple tricks that will have you casting like a pro in no time.
1:45PM - 2:15PM
CASSIE CARSON
GIRLS DAY OUT 4WD EDITION
Offroad Reality Check
Get ready for laughs, learning, and myth-busting as we tackle the biggest 4WD misunderstandings that lead to broken gear and wild campsite stories. From tyre pressure truths to lift-kit lies, the session blends real-life demos, surprising facts, and plenty of fun.
2:30PM - 3:00PM
Darren Kamp
Lucky Strike
How to Find Gold in Victoria
With an emphasis on education, environmental awareness, responsible and low-impact prospecting practices, equipment and tools to use, and an understanding of relevant regulations.
FEATURE PRESENTER PROFILES
RHYS CREED
Up your fishing game with tips and tricks from Australia’s best freshwater angler. Rhys’ sessions will be specifically tailored to your next road trip and holiday.
Rhys is the founder of Social Fishing, one of Australia’s leading freshwater angling education platforms. Rhys is dedicated to helping everyday Aussie’s build their confidence on the water through practical, easy-to-understand tips and hands-on learning.
Attend his sessions, and you’ll be landing your next PB in no time!
CASSIE CARSON
Girls Day Out 4wd Edition is Australia’s fastest-growing women’s off-road education and empowerment platform. We specialise in confidence-building 4WD training, mechanical knowledge, and real-world adventure experiences designed to help women feel capable, prepared, and unstoppable behind the wheel. Through skills days, social trips, workshops, and our national event presence, GDO is dedicated to creating a supportive space where women can learn, explore, and thrive in the outdoors — no matter their experience level.
