History
The West Sussex Beach Wardens were born out of a Nature coast Project idea. West Sussex residents have come together over the past 4 years to learn more about their coast and put this knowledge into action - volunteers only needed to show an enthusiasm – full training was provided. Each Warden completed a series of courses; Bird Identification, Shingle Plant Identification, Marine Mammal and Strandline Identification, Working with the Wider Community and Managing Projects.
These courses were generously funded by Veolia Environmental Trust and taught by BTCV. Local experts are enlisted to give essential knowledge, thanks to David Wood, Ivan Lang of Pagham Harbour, the Nature Coat Project and Stephen Savage.
Once fully competent each Warden takes responsibility for a section of coastline and helps out at events.