The third annual Marine Protected Area Day (MPA Day) was was celebrated last week with Scottburgh and the Aliwal Shoal joining in on the fun and festivities.
MPA Day extended into a week of ocean-based activities, all sharing the message of MPA protection and support.
“We’d like to thank everyone who organised, participated in, and celebrated MPA Day this year,” said Dr Judy Mann, founder of MPA Day, and the executive of Strategic Projects at The Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation.
“mFrom its inception to now, we have already seen a growth in awareness around MPAs and their role in, not only ocean health but the health of the entire planet. We are excited to keep this momentum going particularly as we work towards the 30×30 target – protecting 30% of the planet by 2030.”
Last Saturday, ocean enthusiasts from the South Coast, including surfers and scuba divers, gathered out at the backline for a thanksgiving ritual by casting flowers and leaves into the ocean during a paddle out, organised by non-profit KMOS Oceanic Conservation. Local community NGO Keep Scottburgh Beautiful was also there with bags and gloves, encouraging beachgoers to participate in an impromptu beach clean-up.
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