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A two-day camp in nature provided the perfect adventure for members of the Limestone Coast Youth Environment Council (LCYEC). For their second forum of the year, the group travelled to Noorla Yo-Long Camp near Millicent, where they strengthened their teamwork, confidence and resilience through a range of activities, including high ropes and rock climbing. While the natural setting offered an ideal backdrop, the primary focus of the camp was fostering strong relationships and developing interpersonal skills with one another. Whether it’s working with landholders, collaborating with community groups, or contributing to research teams, these skills are fundamental in any environmental project, beneficial for members’ future careers as well as their everyday lives and personal growth.
The LCYEC also took part in a community planting event at a property near Little Dip Conservation Park that was recently protected under a Native Vegetation Heritage Agreement. The project, supported through Restoration Grants administered by the Department for Environment and Water Native Vegetation Council, gave members an opportunity to further develop their collaboration skills by working alongside a range of like-minded organisations and community members. The group was thrilled to contribute to on-ground native revegetation to be a part of long-term protection and enhancement of biodiversity across the region.
Kath Bell, revegetation property owner exclaimed, “I am so impressed by such an empowered group of young people interested in the natural world and their local landscapes. These education programs are critical to supporting future conservation leaders who will help protect sites like this in years to come.”
Furthermore, Mel Holtz, Landscape Educator at the Limestone Coast landscape Board reflected, “It is extremely encouraging to witness their sense of belonging and purpose when they collaborate with one another. It is wonderful to already see the group’s growth and passion for a common goal.”
The LCYEC program aims to help foster a strong connection to local landscapes, recognising that meaningful and lasting outcomes are driven by people who care deeply about the land. By nurturing this sense of connection, the program inspires young people to take action in making a positive difference in their communities and the landscapes they value.
For more information about the LC Landscape Board’s education programs, visit our website https://lc.landscape.sa.gov.au/
