“Critters not litter” – giving nature a boost this summer
June 9, 2021
Quirky posters and graphics have been launched to encourage people to enjoy the South Downs this summer and help keep nature happy.
The posters are being used as rangers and National Park staff hit the road this summer for a series of mini pop-up engagement events at destinations across Hampshire and Sussex. Staff have engaged with more than 1,000 people at 13 different sites so far.
The powerful imagery will also be used as interpretation at key sensitive sites across the National Park.
Laura Warren, Events and Engagement Officer for the National Park, said: “Over the past year, we’ve come to really appreciate everything our green spaces have to offer – somewhere to exercise, somewhere to relax in, somewhere to socialise and spend quality time with those we love and care about.
“We want everyone to have a happy, positive experience in the National Park and part of that shared experience is helping to keep nature happy.
“These posters are rather tongue-in-cheek but have a serious underlying message. They are designed to make you think and see how easy it can be to give nature a helping hand by doing very simple things, such as keeping dogs on leads and taking all your litter home.”
Find out more at www.southdowns.gov.uk/happy-nature-happy-you/
The South Downs initiative coincides with a high-profile UK-wide campaign, being run by National Parks UK, called “Love your litter”. Filmed in beautiful woodland in the South Downs, the thought-provoking short film depicts two young women who visit a green space and, upon returning home, reminisce about their adventure as they unpack their used recyclable litter from their picnic.