Brixham Marine Conservation Day
Brixham Marine Conservation Day is bringing together local, national and international organisations concerned with marine conservation. The aim is to raise awareness of marine conservation issues, to educate the next generation and to introduce children to research and survey work.
A day filled with interesting and informative talks, interactive stands showing the latest research techniques and results, demonstrations throughout the day – fun and informative for all the family
The talks being held at Brixham Yacht Club throughout the day will be given by: Ghost Fishing UK, Community Seagrass Initiative, Brixham Sea Watch, Devon Wildlife Trust, Marine Management Organisation, Fathoms Free, Seiche Training and British Divers Marine Life Rescue.
As well as the above organisations, the following will also have stands at the event Sea Watch Foundation, Fathoms Free, Plymouth University Marine Institute, South Devon College Marine Research , Devon Seals in the Wild, EdFest , Marine Conservation Society, Torbay Coast & Countryside Trust, The Shark Trust, Fishing For Litter, Fishtek Marine, RSPB, National Marine Aquarium, Paignton Zoo, Living Coasts.
Especially for children there will be a beach clean and survey, a marine monster construction from the retrieved litter, a crab competition and survey, an opportunity to adopt a dolphin and a reading by the author of The Magic Dolphin, Kirsten Hintner, together with many other interactive experiences.
British Divers Marine Life Rescue will also be putting on a marine mammal rescue demonstration on the day.
So come on down to Brixham for a fun and informative day and experience the wonderful wildlife this hidden gem of a marine conservation destination has to offer. Take a wildlife boat trip, go dolphin watching, visit Berry Head National Nature Reserve, visit the seabird colonies by land or sea, including the largest breeding colony of guillemots on the English Channel coast, or take a stroll through the woods to Churston Cove where the seals play close to shore.
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