Sand Dunes: They Protect Us, Let's Protect Them

Climate change is increasing coastal erosion and flooding. Sand dunes offer great natural protection against these. The strength of dunes comes from their plants, which trap sand, building hills and ridges. Their very deep roots are great at binding the sand together. Despite their toughness in this coastal environment, Dunes are fragile, Dune plants die back quickly when trampled on. What looks like ‘coastal erosion’ can often be ‘human erosion’. Enjoy the beach - Avoid the dunes Keep to marked pathways Respect local signage Sand Dunes: ‘They Protect us, Let’s Protect Them’ Do’s: Enjoy the beach – Avoid the dunes Keep to designated pathways Camp in designated areas Follow the directions of local signage Explore other local treasures @Beaches.ie Watch wildlife from a distance Protect & Respect the Dunes Don’t: Trample on the Dunes Slide down the Dune face Avoid wild camping Avoid camp-fires Avoid team sports training Avoid Dogs stressing sheep and cattle Avoid Dogs causing devastating effect on ground nesting birds