Ms. Teehan’s 3rd class are going to do a project our local Blue Flag beach. We are looking forward to seeing what they find out.
Here are some interesting facts:
Beaches are awarded the Blue Flag based on the following:
1) Environmental Education and Information must be provided so that the community can learn what plants and wildlife can be seen in the area.
2) Water Quality – the water must clean with no waste or sewage.
3) Environmental Management – the beach must be litter-free with limited access to dogs and domestic animals. There must be good facilities to allow everyone to access the beach.
4) Safety and Services – there must be lifeguard on duty and first aid available.
Greystones South Beach
All Blue Flags are awarded for one season at a time.
If the criteria are not fulfilled during the season or the conditions change, the Blue Flag may be withdrawn.
How can you help?
National Spring Clean with Tidy Towns
Useful Sites:
www.blueflagireland.org
www.cleancoastsireland.org
www.greystonestidy towns.ie
Green schools committee and Tidy towns day out at the beach!
http://www.nationalspringclean.org
I think people could help by not littering.
Bring your litter home with you or put it in a nearby bin.
I think it would be helpful if there were more bins on the beach.
We love the phrase ‘ Take only memories, leave only footprints’. It basically means take your rubbish home with you, don’t leave a mess behind you and don’t disturb any habitats.