Country: Ireland

Sites: Bertra Beach, Murrisk; Keel Beach, Achill Island, Salthill Beach

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

Short Description

This initiative consisted of a series of 5 roadshow events dedicated to families and young people, and aimed at raising local communities' awareness of how to protect dune systems in Northwest Ireland. Along with the free and open events, a social media campaign was launched, focused on simple actions that everyone can take to protect the dunes.

The educational and fun family activities during the roadshow included Family Seashore Safaris and Q&A sessions with a Marine Biologist, raising awareness about dune systems and their biodiversity, as well as spreading knowledge of activities and behaviours that harm or protect the dunes.