Friday 23 March - Sunday 1 April, 2012
Blokes are woven into the social fabric of our community and their lives, choices, thoughts and actions help define what it means to live in the Barwon region. Men have stories of tragedy and triumph; love and laughter. Boys and teens add to our rich youth culture, fathers help shape our future generation, men go to work, they participate in the community and older men give us wisdom and knowledge.
There is a lot to celebrate!
What is Blokes Day Out?
Launched in 2010, Blokes Day Out (BDO) is a unique event in the Barwon region that celebrates what it is to be male. The 2011 event saw over 1,200 men and families participate and celebrate together.
The event has three exciting components, culminating in a celebratory festival where a huge range of local services and groups will be united in delivering a free fun day out for boys, men, their friends and families from across the region.
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Event
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Date
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Description
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Location
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BDO Launch
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8am -11am
Friday 23 March
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Delicious BBQ breakfast, free blokes' bag, local entertainment and guest speakers. The launch is open to everybody.
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Labuan Square, Norlane
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Blokes Week
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Friday 23 March – Sunday 1 April
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An open invitation to a week of exciting activities and events hosted by a variety of Barwon region services and groups to encourage males to learn, experience, participate and share.
Click here for the calendar of events.
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A variety of locations throughout the Barwon region
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3
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BDO Festival
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10am -3pm
Sunday 1 April
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A celebratory event for blokes and families featuring entertainment, games, show bags, displays, information, health checks, food and more.
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Eastern Beach Reserve, Geelong Waterfront
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What is the purpose of BDO?
Participation - Promoting the positive involvement of blokes with their families, friends & the community
Celebration - Of men, boys and fathers contributing to the shape of our community
Family - Promoting safe, healthy and respectful relationships
Health - Creating awareness and promotion of men’s health and wellbeing
Fun - Encouraging boys and men to connect with their family and mates to have a good time
Click here for the 2012 Blokes Day Out festival flyer.
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