Welcome to another episode of Ours To Protect, as we take a closer look at biodiversity and sustainability in Co Clare.
The Seafield Conservation Forum is a group of locals working to save the sand dune network in their area.
The almost 2 kms stretch of dunes are under constant threat from natural and human influences.
With support from Community Foundation Ireland, Seafield Conservation Forum is developing a Community Biodiversity Action Plan for Seafield Sand Dunes.
Pat Flynn spoke with Caroline Egan is Co-Moderator of Seafield Conservation Forum.
Did you know?
* Damage to our sand dunes is evident all around the coast and the Seafield Conservation Forum is working to raise public awareness campaign and highlight the importance and fragility of these natural coastal protections and important habitats.
* The Forum is a group of volunteers dedicated to promoting and protecting local plants and wildlife in Seafield particularly along the almost two kilometres of sand dunes in the area.
* In an area prone to flooding, Sand dunes provide natural coastal protection against storm surges and high waves and help prevent or reduce coastal flooding and structural damage to properties behind them.
* The almost 2 kms stretch of dunes at Seafield are under constant threat from both natural and human influences.
* Efforts in to promote and protect local plants and wildlife in Seafield has received a boost with support for a Biodiversity Action Plan. Seafield Conservation Forum will now work with experts, the local community and land-owners to implement actions which not only respond to the biodiversity emergency – but will also provide a template to help protect the natural resource of Seafield Sand Dunes for people of all ages.
* With the new support Seafield Conservation Forum is developing a Community Biodiversity Action Plan for Seafield Sand Dunes and will organise a Nature Day post the development of the plan to help share its contents with the wider community.
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