Reef Catchments organised a Seagrass-Watch Level 1 training session in the stunning Whitsundays, welcoming a great crew of local community members and citizen scientists. This hands-on training was part of the Upscaling Seagrow project and aimed to build local capacity to monitor and protect our vital seagrass meadows. Participants learned how to identify seagrass species, record data accurately, and contribute to long-term monitoring efforts that support the health of the Great Barrier Reef. Big thanks to everyone who joined us — your involvement is key to helping our marine ecosystems thrive!
Stay tuned for upcoming monitoring events and ways to get involved. The more support we have on the ground (and in the water!), the better our chances of keeping seagrass healthy and resilient.
A huge thank you to Deja Brew Café & Catering for the delicious catering!
Seagrass restoration and research in the Whitsundays is delivered by CMERC, Reef Catchments, and OzFish Unlimited in partnership with the community. The project is funded by the Great Barrier Reef Foundation’s Reef Islands Initiative, which is supported by Lendlease, the Australian Government’s Reef Trust, the Queensland Government, and the Fitzgerald Family Foundation.
