Eco-beachcombing and other environmentally-friendly beach activities to try this summer
12th August 2022
Eco-beachcombing and other environmentally-friendly beach activities to try this summerOur beaches in the South West are some of the most beautiful in the country – maybe even the world. We want to keep them that way, but pollution and litter can really damage the landscape and all the creatures which live in and around the sea. Here are a few fun things you can do on your trips to the beach that won’t damage our stunning coastline, and can even help protect it… |
Close your eyes. Take turns naming all the sounds you can hear. Count different birds. Draw them. What are their names?
Pool dipping. Fill a tray with water. Use a cup or spoon to fish out wildlife from the rock pools and observe them closely before putting them back. How many legs can Beach bingo. Before you leave home, download or make a list of all the things you might find on a beach. Then when you get there, see how many you can find. Shout Crab racing. If you’re lucky enough to find a live crab or two, place them gently on the ‘Plogging’. Like jogging, but with a big litter bag. The person with the most litter at the end wins an ice cream. |
Speedy litterpick. Who can pick up the most in ten minutes?
Measure tidal outflow. Mark where the waves meet the beach, and then come back later. How far has it gone? How far away will it be in another hour? Make a beach picture. Draw in the sand, dig, rake, and add anything you can find to your picture. Make it as big and elaborate as you can. Don’t forget to snap a photo before the tide washes it away. Kid-friendly beach yoga. Download some awesome moves, find a big bit of beach and work on your inner chakra. Build a sandcastle. It’s an old favourite, but it’s a winner. Last but not least, if you find anything on the beach that doesn’t belong there, from |
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Do you have an eco-friendly beach activity we can try? Let us know on Facebook.
Do you have an eco-friendly beach activity we can try? Let us know on Facebook.