Develop education programs for the community about the values (ecological, economic, cultural, recreational) of natural areas.
Why it is important?
Increasing knowledge and awareness will increase the value the community places on these areas and their connection with the environment. Education of young people will result in a long term legacy of increased awareness.
Examples of Local Action
- Use of interpretive signs and marketing to target a variety of issues and stakeholder groups.
- Hold public days for rubbish clean ups, involving schools and local communities.
- Run education campaigns for the public on the impact of escaped domestic animals and plants as environmental pests and weeds.
- Develop school-based programs aimed at increasing awareness and involving school children in environmental activities.
Contribution to Regional Priority
Develop a comprehensive community environmental education program to improve understanding and awareness of a range of NRM issues, helping facilitate change.
Local Landscape:
Southern Tablelands
Regional Theme:
Biodiversity
Catchment:
Barron, Johnstone