Shifting Sands: An Introduction to Coastal Dynaics and Adaptions
Date June 1, 2024
TIME 10:00am - 11:30am
Region Coves & Inlets
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- Educational
- Indoor Event
“Shifting Sands”
An Introduction to Coastal Dynamics and Adaptations
-with Kirsten Ellis, MSc.
Saturday, June 1, 10-11:30 am
Broad Cove Hall
Coastal protection is a hot topic these days in Nova Scotia. With over 13000 kilometers of coastline, it is no wonder that residents are concerned with the effects of climate change and increased development on our shores and beaches.
If you would like the opportunity to learn more about protecting our coastal ecosystems, please join us at the Broad Cove Hall on Saturday, June 1 at 10am. Our guest speaker, Kirsten Ellis, will give us a one hour introduction to coastal dynamics and adaptation strategies, followed by a Question and Answer period. Kirsten is a coastal adaptation specialist who works at CB Wetlands and Environmental Specialists. She lives in Lunenburg County and and believes that public engagement and knowledge sharing are keys to building resilient coastal communities.
Admission is free but donations are warmly welcomed.
Coffee will be served.
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