Removing Bracken, Surveying Crabs, Raking Reserves and Coastal Clean-Ups
The past few weeks have seen a flurry of activity from our Education Team, with fantastic support from corporate volunteers getting stuck into conservation work across the island.
We had a fabulous double whammy from EY Channel Islands, who tackled the bracken at Vale Pond, clearing the view from the bird hide. Birdwatchers and wildlife photographers will be pleased to know the kingfisher’s favourite perch is now visible again! The team then moved on to Bordeaux for an afternoon beach clean, ably assisted by six-year-old Nathan from Amherst School – proof that you’re never too young to make a difference.
Next up, Partners Group brought serious energy to Rousse, collecting several bags of rubbish, including rusty nails and even a razor blade – items nobody wants to find underfoot at the beach.
Then came a sunny Friday afternoon at Belle Greve Bay with Moore Stephens Channel Islands, where we carried out a crab survey in the shallows. The team found over sixty specimens and did a brilliant job recording their vital stats – excellent science, sunshine, and company!
Over at La Garenne, a big thank you goes to Investec Bank (Channel Islands) Ltd, who helped rake a large area—despite the heat, a change of plan, and the scale of the task. Their positive attitude made all the difference.
And finally, our most recent Coastal Clean-Up took place yesterday at Port Soif with the terrific team from Apex Group Ltd, who collected four full bags of rubbish, carefully sorted into recyclables and non-recyclables. We’ve started rebranding our beach cleans as Coastal Clean-Ups to reflect the fact that we don’t just clean the shoreline—we take care of the surrounding commons, car parks, and kiosk areas too.
Huge thanks to every volunteer who’s helped us protect Guernsey’s wild spaces. Your time, effort and energy make a real difference.
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