Shoresearch Training - Newquay

Want to take part in marine citizen science? Join us for a Shoresearch training day!

Come and join Cornwall Wildlife Trust to learn how to survey the shoreline to find many of the wonderful marine creatures we have along the Cornish coastline!

This hands-on training will allow you to partake in the Shoresearch events and be part of the vital data collection needed to help preserve our coastline.

Shoresearch is a user-friendly and fun method of exploring the shore and recording the species and habitats found there. On the day, you will learn different survey methods as well as species identification techniques.

When? Friday 20th March at 10am

Where? South Fistal Beach, Newquay

Who? We welcome everyone (over 16s) from beginners to experts and especially those who are members of local Your Shore Network groups

How much? £20*

*this event is FREE for the following:

• If you have already booked or attended the online training in February
• Members of Your Shore local groups
• Existing registered Shoresearch volunteers

If you have already booked or attended the online training in February - use the promo code in your confirmation email to book a free place.

If you are a Your Shore local group members - please contact the chair of your group for the promo code to use when booking.

Registerd Shoresearch volunteers please use Assemble to book your place

We will meet on the beach by the steps under Seaspray cafe at 10am. Please bring a drink and snack/packed lunch with you. You will need suitable shoes and clothing suitable for the ever-changing Cornish weather!

Further details will be given once booked closer to the event date. Any questions please do email shoresearch@cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk

Useful Information

• This training is not suitable for those under the age of 16
• The session will be approximately 3-4 hours long out on the shore
• Public toilets are available next to the green space on Esplanade road
• The terrain we will be on is uneven and slippery so appropriate footwear is essential (wellies or wetsuit boots)
• Please wrap up warm and bring waterproofs.
• Parking is available on Esplanade Road or at the South Fistral playground car park TR7 1NX (5minute walk)
• The access to the beach is via a set of steps and the terrain is unsuitable for wheelchair access.
• We will provide all survey equipment but do bring a rocky shore ID book if you have one.