Shoresearch Volunteer Survey with Coastwise North Devon

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Credit: Debbie Frazer

Shoresearch Volunteer Survey with Coastwise North Devon

Location:
Combesgate Beach, The Esplanade, Woolacombe, EX34 7EB
Join Coastwise North Devon to take part in the Wildlife Trusts Shoresearch survey to record what is in the intertidal zone and rock pools.

Event details

Meeting point

Please meet at the top of the steps at the beach

Date

Time
1:00pm - 3:00pm
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About the event

Join Coastwise North Devon to take part in The Wildlife Trusts' national citizen science survey, Shoresearch, of the intertidal shore, the exciting world of extremes where the sea meets the land. It's a great way to explore your local coast, learn more about the wildlife found there and add to our understanding of this important habitat. You will be supported to identify and record the marine life found on our local shores. 

The data collected by this project helps The Wildlife Trusts to monitor our fragile sea life and better understand the effects of pollution, climate change and invasive alien species. Shoresearch data has been key to designating many of our Marine Conservation Zones. 

We will be doing a walkover survey photographing and recording what we find. We work in small groups learning from each other and experts in the group.

Please check if you have any doubts about the weather, the events are usually cancelled if there is a yellow weather warning in force. Please see contact details below and Facebook Coastwise North Devon.

Please note, this event is aimed mainly at those with an interest in intertidal marine life identification and surveying. By participating in this beach visit, all members of this group acknowledge that beaches are natural environments with inherent risks, including strong tides, currents, and weather conditions.

While reasonable care will be taken when giving guidance on the hazards, Coastwise is not responsible for any accidents, injuries, or loss of property that may occur during this visit. Participants are expected to be aware of local regulations and follow all beach safety guidelines.

Survey equipment is supplied.

 

Booking

Phone number

07887 926760

Additional booking information

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Participants are solely responsible for their own and their children’s safety and well-being, including ensuring they have the appropriate protective clothing and equipment, and are aware of their own capabilities.

Suitable for

Adults, Experts, Beginners

Know before you go

Dogs

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No dogs permitted

Dogs are allowed on the beach but we ask people doing the survey not to bring dogs please.

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Mobility

The event will involve walking over slippery rocks.

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Wheelchair access

There is no wheelchair access and access to the beach is via a long, steep flight of steps.
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What to bring

Wellies/sturdy boots are essential and please dress for the weather. Waterproof gloves are a good idea too. 

Please bring snacks and drinks. There are also shops/café nearby . If you stay on the beach there are no facilities there

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Parking information

There is parking along the road or in one of the main car parks. Please bring change or phone to pay.
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Facilities

Toilets

Contact us

Debbie Frazer
Contact number: 07887 926760