Establish and Maintain Nature Reserves and Educate in Natural History and Nature Conservation
Yatton and Congresbury Wildlife Action Group (YACWAG) is a registered charity whose aims are
In 1999, YACWAG’s first nature reserve, Ten Acres, was created with the hope of providing a safe haven for lapwings. Although the birds soon disappeared from the local landscape, they lived on in our logo, symbolising our optimism and determination to protect wildlife. Now, 25 years on, our refreshed logo still carries those two lapwings – representing Yatton and Congresbury – as a sign of hope for the future of nature in our communities.
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Our nature reserves are owned by YACWAG and held for us by the Official Custodian of Trustees, which means that come what may our sites will remain for nature and the community for ever. Where possible, we are working to extend all our sites.
2022-2024
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Raising community awareness and gaining support for nature conservation
Taking action for the natural environment on our reserves and other local land
Ensuring nature conservation is built into local decision making
We are aiming to engage more people with nature through education, volunteering and managing land and gardens for wildlife.
We are working towards our local nature sites being positively managed, improved and extended wherever possible.