Rotary in talks to rehabilitate Roger Downing Boardwalk
Through a release on the initiative, the club notes that the project will call for major discussion for the rehabilitation of the Boardwalk, care and growth of the mangroves and protection of our natural environment and will also require community co-operation and partnership with stakeholders.
"Sec Violet Gaul, Rtn. Mitsy J. Ellis-Simpson and Mr Robin Gaul after paid a visit to assess the damages at the Boardwalk which was impacted by Hurricane Irma in 2017," they noted which initially sparked the need for discussions and rehabilitation.
Boardwalk Built 10 years ago
The Boardwalk centennial project, was built among luscious mangroves by the Rotary Club of Tortola in stages over 10 years and was home to several bird species, however, the structure was weakened and torn in several areas during Hurricanes Irma & Maria of 2017.
"In the interim, we anticipate that persons be careful walking on the Boardwalk and refrain from littering the area. Several plastic bottles, soda cans and shoes were spotted in the mud causing a further environmental issue to damage the mangrove system. Help us protect and save our environment for our own livelihood and for visitors to our shores," the club noted.
"Someone familiar with the Boardwalk would recognize the level of silence which is now different from the chirping sounds of many birds which nested and frequented the once luscious and bountiful mangroves."
Great Tourist Potential
The Rotary Club Noted that the Boardwalk has great potential to become a tourist attraction, "It has been a good educational avenue where many students visit to learn more about the mangrove and its natural environment. Despite its challenges and the fact that it needs human support, mangroves grow on their own and its good to see them sprouting."
In addition, mangroves also provide protection during hurricanes, by acting as a barrier between land and sea and as a nursery for many marine species.
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