Poole Harbour Study Group

The Poole Harbour Study Group was founded in 1997 by a group of individuals interested in the recording of wildlife and other biological and scientific aspects of Poole Harbour. At that time there was no single body responsible for keeping data about or encouraging research specifically on the Harbour.

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Objectives of the Group

To further the study of the physical and biological interests of Poole Harbour, by:

• Maintaining a database and archive of studies of Poole Harbour;
• Undertaking and encouraging further Harbour studies;
• Acting as a centre for advice and information on the harbour;
• Publishing studies and holding seminars and conferences;
• Maintaining close links with the Dorset Environmental records Centre and other bodies with an interest in the harbour.

Organisation

Members of the Study Group have interests in birds, marine life, plants and vegetation communities, nutrient cycles, erosion and sedimentation and history of the Harbour. The PHSG is not affiliated to any statutory, commercial or charitable organisation. PHSG members are private individuals and from universities, RSPB, English Nature, Dorset Wildlife Trust and the Environment Agency.

The group acts to centralise and encourage the dissemination of knowledge about the Harbour. but remains neutral about planning and other issues involving Poole Harbour.

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