Guernsey Seasearch | Nature Commission Guernsey

Local environmental projects open for funding

Guernsey Seasearch - a marine citizen science project

What is being offered?

Improve your organisation's environmental stewardship and your staff knowledge about the marine species on our shores by spending 2 hours taking part in Guernsey Seasearch. A project that has been running for >10 years in Guernsey, Guernsey Seasearch collects data which can help establish marine protected areas. Local species, local challenges, local relevance, global impact.

Overview

Format and content

This practical learning session is approximately 2 hours, and will cover the following:

health & safety run through
overview of the Seasearch and how it works in Guernsey
step-by-step demonstration of how to conduct the surveying
discussion regarding what happens with the data
general intertidal species identification
how to get involved outside of work

Suitable days and time will be limited by the tide - the lower the tide, the more there is to see! The location can be flexible depending on the location of your office/ where staff would like to spend the time.

As this is a practical learning session, the ratio is 20 staff to every Nature Commission member. Staff will require appropriate footwear for the foreshore (i.e. wellies, or sturdy shoes they don't mind getting wet).

Cost

£200 for a two hour practical session for your staff, led by a Guernsey Seasearch team member.

Organisation details

La Société Guernesiaise was founded in 1882 to encourage the study of the history, natural history, geography and geology of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, the conservation of the Bailiwick’s natural environment and the preservation of its historic buildings and monuments. In many respects, La Société Guernesiaise is similar to the UK Wildlife Trusts. However, its activities extend into many other areas, including history, archaeology and astronomy.

Guernsey Seasearch is a project under the Marine Biology Section of La Société.

For more information visit:

La Société Guernesiaise

Marine Biology Section

Guernsey Seasearch

To sign up to this activity, please contact: guernseyseasearch@gmail.com

Outcomes:

Storytelling and PR opportunities: the company can showcase its involvement in authentic environmental stewardship, resonating with customers, partners, and investors
Visible commitment to sustainability: participation in citizen science supports Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals and can be reported as part of CSR initiatives
Community engagement: it connects staff with local communities, NGOs, and environmental groups, enhancing the company's social licence to operate
Break from routine: it offers a refreshing change from the office environment, helping reduce burnout and increase motivation
Hand-on learning: staff gain direct experience with costal ecosystems, deepening their understanding of biodiversity, environmental challenges (like pollution and development), and the impacts of climate change
Long-term behavioural change: exposure to environmental science fosters a greater sense of personal and corporate responsibility for sustainability
Non-hierarchical engagement: citizen science projects often require collaboration across roles and departments, strengthening communication and team work
Shared purpose: working together on meaningful, real-world issues creates stronger bonds and a sense of shared achievement.
Nature-based experiences: being outdoors in a coastal environment is shown to reduce stress, improve mood, and enhance overall well-being
Empowerment through impact: knowing their work contributes to real environmental outcomes increases employee engagement and morale.

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