When they’re not slinging frothies on the Busselton Foreshore or firing up the Cabin Fever weekend, the crew at Shelter Brewing Co. is out there getting their hands dirty — literally.
Earlier this winter, Shelter’s brewing and hospo teams swapped kegs for seedlings, joining forces with Line in the Sand and the Toby Inlet Catchment Group to help restore a precious stretch of coastline near Dunsborough.
Line in the Sand is a community-driven initiative backing local groups from Augusta to Busselton (and everywhere in between) who are getting their hands dirty to protect and restore the unique ecosystems of the South West. From planting trees and restoring dunes to safeguarding the coastline we all love, every dollar they raise goes straight into local environmental projects that keep this corner of WA thriving.
Raincoats on (it is a South West winter, after all), the crew got stuck into planting native seedlings along the fragile dunes and foreshore of Toby Inlet.
Why does this matter? Those dunes aren’t just a pretty buffer between beach and bay. They’re critical for protecting Toby Inlet’s water quality, stopping erosion in its tracks, and keeping vital habitat intact for local wildlife (and humans, too). The Toby Inlet Catchment Group has been nurturing this patch since 1995, and with support from Line in the Sand — a local initiative dreamed up by Little Creatures co-founder Howard Cearns — projects like this are helping secure the coastline’s future, one native tree at a time.
For Shelter, it’s more than a feel-good day out of the brewery. It’s about being an active part of this region — the same place that inspires their beers, fills their venue, and supports the festival that ties us all together each July. As Head Brewer Jason Credaro puts it:
“It’s a no-brainer for us. We’re lucky to live and work in such an incredible part of the world, so getting stuck in to help protect it is the least we can do. Plus, there’s something pretty special about seeing our crew out there together, making a real difference.”
You’ll also find Line in the Sand set up at The Cabin on the Busselton Foreshore (18–20 July). Stop by to learn more, have a yarn with the crew, and — if you’re keen — tap to give back. Every donation helps fund hands-on local projects, from planting native trees and restoring dunes, to removing invasive weeds and defending native species. It’s a tiny gesture that makes a huge difference. And hey, what better backdrop for doing good than live tunes, local bites, and a winter brew in hand?
It’s not the first time Shelter has thrown their weight behind causes that matter. Last year, they teamed up with Cabin Fever to support Just Home Margaret River, helping shine a light on housing insecurity across the region. Because looking after local isn’t just good business — it’s what being part of a community is all about.
Want to learn more about the legends behind all this?
Find out what the Toby Inlet Catchment Group is all about — and explore the community-led initiatives Line in the Sand is driving to help protect our coastline for future generations. You might even find a way to get involved yourself.
Or swing by Shelter Brewing Co. next time you’re in Busselton to raise a glass to the local legends putting care on tap.
And while you’re at it — swing past The Cabin during Cabin Fever with the fam, grab a frothy, and tap to back Line in the Sand. It’s the easiest good deed you’ll do all winter.
