(1.1.2-1.1.3)- Human Activity + Management (Studland Bay)

What are honeypot sites?

A place of attractive scenery or special interest which attracts tourists in large numbers.

What is meant by carrying capacity?

The max number of people who can visit a tourist attraction at the same time without causing destruction of the physical, economic and socio-cultural environment and/or the unacceptable decrease in the quality of visitors’ satisfaction.

Describe the culture of Studland Bay.

Family friendly

National Trust owned areas

1.5 million visitors per year

Recreation + relaxation

Describe the geology of Studland Bay.

Soft sand for 5 km

Shallow waters

Sheltered by the Isle of Purbeck

Discordant Coastline

Describe the land use of Studland Bay.

Tourist destination

Walking trails

Horse-riding available

Describe the vegetation of Studland Bay.

Very green

Sand dune- eco systems that support unique vegetation

Huge biodiversity

What are the positive impacts of visitors on Studland Bay?

Shops and Cafe → income for National Trust

Jobs for locals and tenants

• Education of water users prioritised

  Beach wardens and police patrols

Money earned = money spent → multiplier effect

Balance of different beach users

What are the negative impacts of visitors on Studland Bay?

Congestion - majority arrive by car but little parking and space

Cars arrive by ferry - increasing congestion rate

Boats empty waste while moored in Poole Harbour

High volume of litter

Dunes are damaged easily- BBQs and inconsideration

Name some techniques used to manage Studland Bay.

Zoning

Waste Management

Education

Roping and replanting

Boardwalks

(ZWERB)

How does zoning help manage Studland Bay?

Keeps areas and people safe:

Safe swimming- no boats

Naturist zone

Horse Free zones

BBQ Zones

How does waste management help manage Studland Bay?

Regular rubbish collection and large bins with lids prevents animals eating rubbish, uncleanliness and smell.

How does roping and replanting help manage Studland Bay?

Keeping dunes alive by planting marram grass and extending path to prevent excessive footfall on vulnerable areas.

How do boardwalks help manage Studland Bay?

Although expensive and needing maintenance, it helps prevent erosion in areas without plants to manage displacement of sand.

How does education help manage Studland Bay?

People are more considerate with knowledge of litter in the water, anchors pulling up sea grass and declining habitats.