the snail trail, hobsons bay

Not much can prepare you for when you run across a giant snail and it’s jockey/wrangler/rider!

Yitsak and his owner/jockey Yenna (aka Miriam), along with their trusty iceberg lettuce cart pusher Harold (and some traffic management!) are making their way (slowly!) across Hobsons Bay this week and if you are lucky enough to spot them, make sure you say a big hello to the intrepid travellers.

Brought to us by Kinetic Theatre, the westie based theatre company specialises in outdoor performances and everyone is encouraged to engage with The Snail Trail troop as they shine a spotlight on our beautiful coastal trails from Williamstown to Altona!

Catch Yitzak and his Snail Wrangler along the paths they are traversing OR they stop for lunch and chat at the end of each leg of their journey too! Great opportunity for photos and the kids to get up close with the magic!

The Snail's Trails Journey and where to find them!

Friday 12 May - Altona
Start: 10am - Boat Sheds, Maddox Rd Williamstown, to Altona Homestead, Logan Reserve, Altona
Lunch stop:  Approximately 12.15pm to 1pm - near the Altona Beach dog off leash area, and Altona Bocce Club


 Saturday 13 May - Altona
Start: 10am - Altona Homestead, Logan Reserve, heading towards the Men’s Shed, 280 Queen Street, Altona
Lunch stop: Approximately 12.45pm to 1pm - Apex Club playground, Alto


Sunday 14 May - Altona
Start: 10am - Men’s Shed, 280 Queen Street, heading towards 100 Steps of Federation, Truganina Park, Altona
Lunch stop: Approximately 1pm to 2pm - At the lookout, 100 Steps of Federation, Truganina Park, Altona

Please note: The 3pm finish time of the trail is approximate.  Dates and times may change depending on the weather and snail travelling requirements!

the nitty gritty

This is A FREE EVENT

All along the coastal trail
from Williamstown to Altona

Friday May 12 - Sunday
May 14