Young Coastal Champions
We proudly celebrate the accomplishments of young individuals who actively participate in and support the Dorset Coast, aligning with our core objectives of #EnjoyTheCoast, #RespectTheCoast, #CoastalConnection, #CoastalInnovation, and #CoastalRecovery.
Our Young Coastal Champions show exceptional and innovative ways in addressing coastal challenges. Join us as we introduce the inspiring stories of our of Young Coastal Champions, including a beach custodian, skilled boat builder, a passionate nature journalist, and a dedicated seahorse researcher.
Emily – Beach Custodian
Emily, a passionate environmentalist, has taken on the fight to combat plastic pollution on the Jurassic Coast and founded the coastal initiative ‘Smiling Seas’. In one year during 2020 Smiling Seas collected just under 2 tonnes of plastic waste from the Jurassic Coast. Follow Smiling Seas on Instagram @kimmeridgesmilingseas
Honey – Boat Builder
Our first Young Coastal Champion is Honey, a young boat builder at the Lyme Regis Boat Building Academy. Join us in celebrating Honey’s inspiring work and learn more about her fascinating journey as a boat builder.
Lydia – Nature Journalist
Lydia participated in Dorset’s Nature Young Journalist led by the Dorset Wildlife Trust and Dorset Local Nature Partnership. Her inspiring article explores the advantages and disadvantages of ocean iron fertilisation in combating climate change.
Chloe – Diver Seahorse Researcher
Introducing Chloe, our remarkable Young Coastal Champion who enjoys diving and researching seahorses on the Dorset Coast, working with The Seahorse Trust. With her passion for marine life and commitment to conservation, Chloe is making a positive impact in protecting these enchanting creatures and their coastal environment.