The Future of Outdoor Environments Flashcards
caring for country
unique understanding of relationship between humans and the natural world, viewing it as an interconnected partnership, as opposed to the Western of an exploitative relationship
Examples of contemporary Indigenous land management initiatives
Spiritual and cultural: protecting cultral sites n stories
Natural resource management: weed n pest control, fire
Conservation
Education: cultral education
commercial and economic: harvesting, ecotourism, land restoration
conservation managemnt strat in focus
- trad owners colab with gov to conserve and care for land
-CSIO - season callender, share knowledge n man practices n changing of seasons
Natural resource land management strategy in focus
Indigenous ranger projects, desgned to facilitate th sharing of trad knowledge to empower them to take an active role in perservation of land sea and cultral heritage
undertake projecs aimed at:
- bushfire mitigation, endangered species protection, educations
Cultural burns management strategy in focus
Western science and traditional practices combined to manage the environment. Controlled cultural burns can reduce greenhouse gas.
use ‘cool’ fires to minimize the risk of high-intensity flames.
Non-indigenous land management strategies
Public land management
- Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA)
- Management plans (how land managed, goals,aim,strat)
- Crown land
- Role of park ranger
Non-indigenous land management strategies
Public land management meaning
land managed by gov and agencies to protect env sites n cultral value
Park Rangers
their work is varied as the env they manage
managing natural value - making sure natural env and cultral sites r protected
visitor services - helping visitors to enjoy and understand parks
man strat for natural values
- protect, enhance n manage natural,rec,and cultral assets
- identify n control weeds n pest
- protect endangerments
man strat for visitor services
- maintain n dev visitor fascilities
- maintain and improve regulatory interpretive and educational signs
- deliever info, services n events
Private Land Management
strategies
rotating crops: planting variety of mix crops in same area
impacts: maintain soil health,prevents pests
managing soil acidity: maintaining ph levels
impacts: promotes nutrients absorption,halthier roots
Environmental Acts and conventions
measures implemented by gov and are designed to reduce human impact on outdoor environments
Environmental Acts and conventions
FLORA AND FAUNA GUARANTEE AMENDMENT ACT 2019 (VIC) (FFGAA)
provide a modern and strengthened framework for the protection of Victoria’s biodiversity. safeguarding endangered species and ecosystems
aim: To prevent flora and fauna from becoming threatened.
To protect, conserve, restore and enhance biodiversity
Environmental Acts and conventions
Action Statements
Once a species is listed, FFGAA requires an action statement prepared by the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA).
Action statements provide info on a species, reasons for their decline, and threats that affect it.
purpose is to report on past man actions and to est a set of new man actions.
Environmental Acts and conventions
Ramsar Convention (international treaty, 1971)
framework for national action and international cooperation for the conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources’
three pillars of the convention, the parties have committed themselves to:.
- national land-use planning, appropriate policies and legislation, management actions
ensure migratory birds have habitats maintained at both ends of the migratory path
Ramsar sites in Victoria
- Barmah Forest
- Corner Inlet
-Gippsland lakes
Each Ramsar site in Victoria has:
- an ecological character description,
- a Ramsar information sheet (esstial data on the Ramsar site)
- ramsar site management plan
Environmental Acts and conventions
Environmental Protection and Biodiversity and Conservation Act 1999 (Cth)
protects env n biodiv by regul activites that could harm ecostym,wildlife
aim=conserve natural heritage (wetlands,great barrier reefs)
Environmental Acts and conventions
Victorian Environmental Assessment Council Act 2001
comprises of five members, who are required to have a diverse range of experience, skills and knowledge related to the management of public land and natural resources.
role: conduct investigations to provide expert advice to the Vic Gov on the protection and sustainable management of the env and natural resources on public land.
VEAC APPROVAL PROCESS
gov proposal abt use of land > research consulting experts abt impacts of the proposal > public is asked to make submissions abt popsal > reccomondation > VEAC report is presented to parliament > VEAC contructs detailed report containing recommondations o finding
Environmental Acts and conventions
Planning Environment Act 1987 (Vic)
central framework for planning the use, dev and protection of land.
The procedures for preparing and amending Victorian planning provisions and schemes include obtaining permits, resolving disputes, and enforcing compliance.
The main function of the act
- Set broad objectives for planning
- Set the main rules and principles for how the planning system works
- Set up planning procedures and legal instruments in Vic planning system
- Define the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders
Australia’s Strategy for Nature 2019–2030
- brings together national, state and local strategies, laws, policies and actions aimed at preserving nature.
promoting adaptation, resilience and responsible natural resource management
Community Actions Undertaken To Sustain Healthy Outdoor Environments
regenerative farming
T
rust for Nature
Landcare
community groups such as ‘Friends of
Community Action
work to conserve and improve the health of the env by educating and raising awareness, advocating for conservation policies and undertaking practical projects that enhance the environment
Community Action
Regenerative Farming
prioritises soil health and has a range of practices aimed at rehabilitating and enhancing the ecosystem of the farm
promotes increased yields, higher health and vitality for farming communities, and improved resilience to climate instability. I
examples of Regenerative Farming
applying organic composts: reduces input costs
reducing synthetic chem inpits: healthier nutricous foods =healtheir pple
Community Action
Trust for Nature 1972-
- not-for-profit organisation that works to protect native plants and wildlife in cooperation with private landowners
- vision: nature is valued, protected and thriving.
The main components of Trust for Nature’s conservation program are:
conservation covenants
stewardship program
property purchase and ongoing management
a ‘revolving fund’
Community Action 1986
Landcare
- brought farmers and conservationists together to resolve environmental concerns
- towards sustainable land use practices. enhancing biodiversity; conserving land, waterways and coasts;
land care vision
rich and diverse Victorian landscapes, supporting productive farming, healthy ecosystem’s and thriving communities.
Community Action
Community groups such as ‘Friends of…
represents the common interests of all Friends groups in Victoria, working to protect and enhance the natural environment through volunteer groups
community groups aim
support for the reserve or species
assist with special projects
bring into contact people with a common interest in the reserve or species
foster public awareness of the reserve or species
Individual actions to promote and sustain outdoor environments
environmental activism
environmental advocacy
ethical and sustainable
consumerism
green home design
Individual Actions
tangible actions that can be taken to promote and sustain healthy outdoor environments.
Individual Actions
Environmental Activism
aim to protect environment. increasing group awareness abt health of the env through direct actions of demonstrations or lobbying to pressure gov enact policy changes.
Individual Actions
Environmental Advocacy
efforts aimed at protecting the env by influencing bus and gov decisions. people power – driving force created by many people speaking and acting together towards a common goal. - lobbying +public speaking
aims: bring change through the collective efforts of indiv and org
achieve a more sustaibal future
Individual Actions
Sustainable Consumerism
adopting behav that promote efficient use of resources while ensuring access to basic needs
aims: balance economic prosperity with social equity and environmental responsibility
driven by: desire to meet global sustainability challenge and create resilient future
Individual Actions
Ethical Consumerism
aligning one’s spending with one’s values. considering fair working conditions and sustainable production, packaging and transport practices
- buying second-hand
- avoiding bottled water
- shopping locally
Individual Actions
Green Home Design
creating structures, using env responsible and resource-efficient processes and materials
- Building Materials
- Efficient Lighting
- Energy-Efficient Appliance
- Solar Power
