On Wednesday, as part of Friends of Largo Bay, we conducted a big seaweed search, which is a national event coordinated by the Marine Conservation Society and Natural History Museum. We also helped clean Lundin Links Common with the primary 1-3 pupils from Lundin Mill and a few residents from Peacehaven. It was an eventful day with various weather conditions, starting off cold and blustery on the slippery rocks and ending with a blisteringly hot afternoon.
One of the day’s most unique and educational aspects was our exploration of the diverse world of seaweed. We discovered that a Wrack, a common type of seaweed, comes in various forms such as knotted, bladder, serrated, and spiral wracks. This hands-on learning experience was made even better by our mutual support in our confusion at telling the difference!
We had lots of fun and made many connections.
Upon arriving at The Lundin Links Common, it appeared to be in good condition and free of rubbish. However, thanks to the energy and enthusiasm of the children and Peacehaven residents, we uncovered a surprising amount of litter. This served as a reminder of the importance of regular litter picks and the need for community involvement, and everyone had a good time!
It was a fantastic day and a good reminder not to judge places at face value.
