RFI Cape Gannet

["Peter Madvig" <>]

Hi Peter,

Went to Portland a couple of years ago.

Lawrence Rocks is an island in rather rough waters, so yes, a boat is 
required. (Certain times of the year Blue Whales can be seen off-shore!). 
However, there is a super viewing area of Gannets on the mainland, opposite 
the Rocks, and the birds are right next to you (or rather, vice versa). 
You'd be hard put to see a Cape Gannet among them, tho' !!
See below --
Cheers, Peter Madvig

Point Danger
Follow the Madeira Packet Rd south out of town, along the coastline and past 
the golf course. It leads by Blacknose Point and Crumpets (both noted 
surfing areas). Before you get to the aluminium smelter take the signposted 
left which leads to Point Danger. There is a viewing area (binoculars are 
recommended) which overlooks Lawrence Rocks, just offshore. This is the 
largest nesting site of the Australasian gannet in the Southern Hemisphere.