Country: Portugal

Site: Pedrogão Centro (beach)

Target: Students and schools; Local communities and residents, Kids and Families, Teachers and Schools.

Short Description

This project encouraged young people to widen their knowledge about local ecosystems and to get actively involved in nature conservancy activities. The initiative consisted of two different parts: a theoretical one, where the students learned about the specific environmental issues and the importance of fighting invasive species, as well as a practical one, where attendees participated in ecosystem restoration activities, such as monitoring the weevil on the beach, controlling and eradicating the beach willow, herb pampas, and acacias.

Thanks to the form of this educational activity, the local population was provided with more information about their region, enhancing their sense of belonging and protection. By having a chance to actively contribute to reducing the adverse effects of the presence of invasive species in this territory, they also improved their understanding of how ecosystem, society, and economy are interrelated.