The Kangaroo Island Field Day…..A Brief History.

The idea for the Field Day began as a small event, originating in a shearing shed at the behest of local merino stud breeders. Since then their vision has developed into one of Kangaroo Island’s largest events held biennially and is now based alongside the picturesque Cygnet River at the Kangaroo Island Race Course.

The Field Day is a well known and popular social gathering, marked on the calendar well in advance for many local households. And each year it attracts more and more visitors.

Location
The Field Day will once again be located at the Kangaroo Island Race Course: 6km from Kingscote, 10km from the Kingscote Airport and 55km from the Sealink Terminal, Penneshaw.

Travel
Mainland exhibitors and patrons can travel to the Island with Kangaroo Island Sealink Ferries, departing daily from Cape Jervis. Please contact Kangaroo Island Sealink on 13 13 01 for sailing times and bookings. When booking, quote Kangaroo Island Field Day.

Accommodation
There are various types of accommodation offered on Kangaroo Island.

Further information regarding travel, accommodation, and tour packages, can be obtained from Tourism Kangaroo Island. Phone 08 8553 1185.

Awards

Travelling in Australia Magazine ~ Best Eco Experience (Australia's 20 Best Experiences) 2008 winner

National Geographic ~ Best Island in Asia Pacific Region 2007 winner

Kangaroo Island Field Day
Community Event of the Year, Australia Day Award 1999, 2003, 2005 winner

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