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School Sightings Programme
Introduction
As part of our science programme, the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust have successfully implemented a Community Sightings Programme throughout the Argyll and Islands region to encourage members of the public to report their sightings and strandings of marine animals. This information helps us to better understand the habits of these marine creatures and ultimately to improve the conservation of species and habitats. The Education Department has expanded this project to include local schools by offering a new and exciting venture: the School Sightings Programme.
The aims of the School Sightings Programme are to:
- increase HWDT’s records of marine animal sightings and strandings in the Argyll & Islands region
- encourage schools to contribute to this important project
- train pupils in marine animal species identification, recording and reporting methods
- make direct links to the Curriculum for Excellence and Eco-Schools programme
- inspire an interest in marine wildlife and encourage respect for and ownership of marine resources
Introduction Document, Award Structure and Teacher Notes (372KB)