A few simple tips to help our Ocean

People always say to me 'what made you get into Conservation and saving nature?' and i honestly can't tell them. I have always loved it, it's always been in me to help save wildlife & nature, i can't actually pick a moment or an event that made me go 'um i like this!'

My true passion lies in the Marine Conservation, also known as 'Saving the Ocean'. I have always studied it, and the species that live in it, the effect it has on the weather, the planet and more importantly us! Without the Ocean, there is no us, there is no life, there is nothing. Every second breath we take has been generated by the ocean! That's how important it is!

But we're choking our seas! Through over fishing, climate change and pollution. We need to wake up and save that next breath otherwise there's no hope for our species!!

It's not all doom and gloom though! Here are a few small ways that you can make a BIG difference!!

1) Reduce your Carbon Footprint

We know the drill! This isn't something new, yet people are still using up valuable resources, leaving the lights on (it's like Blackpool Illuminations in HERE!), driving everywhere, when you can walk or use public transport, yada yada yada! I'm not here to teach you how to suck eggs (odd but fascinating saying), but i am here to tell you that by making these subtle changes, it makes a big difference to your little ones future! Also, check your tyre pressure, you have no idea how much extra fuel that uses!!

2) BYOB & Skip the Straws

Also known as Bring your own bag, bottle or Brew Cup (Ok i couldnt exactly use Boffee cup could i?) By reducing the use of Single Use Plastics, you're contributing to the fight against Marine Litter and Plastic Pollution! We are literally drowning in plastic and by 2050 there may be more plastic in the Ocean than fish! Plenty more fish in the sea? Nah, plenty more bottle tops in the bay! Reduce and Reuse have now taken precedence over recycle. We can't throw stuff in the blue bin for much longer in the hopes that it's gonna get recycled. We need to stop it at the source, US!

3) Take part in a clean

As the Regional Rep in Liverpool of Surfers Against Sewage, i regularly do Beach Cleans (follow my insta/facey for updates) but you dont have to come along with me! Check your local council for clean ups, your beach may have a Friends of Group too but you can do a two minute beach clean yourself (check out @2minbeachclean for info) ! If you're walking your dog, cat or lizard, take a bag with you and pick up some rubbish. It adds nothing to your day except helping the Ocean, and thats a pretty big something if you ask me! I also run plastic paddles as part of Liverpool SUP Co, so please join these if you can or do your own along the waterways

4) Donate to charity

Listen, i know we're all skint, but for the sake of a few quid a month, you could make a massive difference! Supporting a conservation charity means that your donation can go to saving nature, tackling climate change and giving a voice where its needed! My favourites are of course: RSPB, Surfers Against Sewage, Marine Conservation Society & The Wildlife Trust! However do your research and chose your own.

5) The 4 P's of Toilet etiquette

There are only 4 things that should ever go down the loo:

* Poo

* Pee

* Paper

* Puke

Anything else, is a flushy gushy no no! Throw it in the bin!

Also, adding onto this...be careful what you flush down your drain. Fats and oils that are flushed can lead to blockages in the drains, or even worse can head out to sea slurrys that can block up caves etc! Not a pretty sight i tell ya!

6) Eat sustainable salmon

Not just Salmon though. How about some Mackerel, Cod, Ray, Prawns etc etc etc! Here is the Marine Conservation Society's guide to sustainable seafood - https://www.mcsuk.org/goodfishguide/search?start=16&perPage=15

7) Share with a friend

Share this post with a friend or colleague! Word of mouth is the best way to get your concerns out there! Be an ocean advocate and stick to your principles and be proud that you're paving the way for future generations!

If you have any Qs then drop me an email jayne@liverpoolsupco.co.uk

:)