We Launch our Biodiversity Action Plan! 19/03/09
Hi, I
was really proud to launch the National Park Biodiversity Action Plan today at the David Marshall Lodge in Aberfoyle. The weather was
fantastic and gave us stunning views of our National Park. The Plan will help
protect some of the most iconic habitats and species in Loch Lomond & The
Trossachs.
I
can assure you that this is not a stuffy document but a real on the ground
three-year plan that sets out a series of actions for the Park’s diverse range
of habitats and species, including black grouse, otters, red squirrels and
water voles. It also details programmes for dealing with invasive species
such as rhododendron.
This
is the first Plan of its kind for the National Park and will bring together all
our partner agencies including RSPB, Forestry Commission Scotland, Scottish
Natural Heritage, landowners and community groups to look after this stunning
part of Scotland.
I was really pleased to see so many of these partners at the event.
By
working together we can achieve nature conservation on a grand scale and ensure
habitats and species continue to thrive for future generations to enjoy.
Warm
regards
Fiona