Adopt A Spot Recognised

We are over the moon to announce that ‘Adopt a Spot’, a program managed by Nature Conservation Margaret River Region and proudly funded by Line in the Sand, has received a special commendation in the education and engagement category at the 2022 WA Coastal Awards for Excellence.

The ‘Adopt a Spot’ Program involves more than 200 students in year four, from nine local primary schools from Yallingup to Augusta. The program fosters future environmental stewards, inspiring students to value, respect and care for the natural environment. Schools “adopt” a particular area of bushland, river foreshore or coastline and the program engages students in long term environmental restoration projects, working alongside local community groups, traditional owners and in an outdoor classroom.

Over the past twelve months the students have planted more than 2000 cuttings, almost 900 seedling and laid down 5 trailer-loads of brush to protect seedlings and dunes.

Program officer Tracey Muir, pictured, says it's a "testament to the enthusiasm and hard work of our local school communities and volunteer groups. Everyone is keen to get their hands dirty, to make a difference and actively care for the landscapes we all love. We live in a special, fragile place and our community is coming together to be stewards for the environment.”

Sites that have been cared for and rehabilitated include riparian zones along the Margaret River and its tributaries, as well as coastal and foreshore conservation at some of the region’s most popular beaches, including Redgate, Hamelin Bay, Cowaramup Bay and Yallingup.

Well done to @natureconservation.mr and all the schools involved – what an achievement! We are so proud to help fund this great initiative.

For more information on the incredible work of Nature Conservation Margaret River Region visit https://www.natureconservation.org.au/our-work/#enviromental-education