Operating Structure

A small core independent central team is supported and guided by a Local Stewardship Council (LSC) which is made up of a collective of individuals from local councils, environmental organisations, landowners, local and national authorities, educational and research organisations, local businesses, local clubs and of course the local community. All of which can use their influence and power to drive the common, agreed strategic objectives of the Surfing Reserve. The LSC is scheduled to meet once a quarter.

 

The Core Team works directly with Save the Waves and operates within the established World Surfing Reserve proven model. The Core Team also shares learning and best practice with the other 11 reserves around the world on quarterly calls.

 

Several activities can be led by the central team but many of the activities will require the LSC to take ownership of areas of responsibility on behalf of the whole Reserve. The LSC is fundamental to the Surfing Reserves success, and each member of the council will bring the power they hold within their role at the organisation or network they represent.

 

No such forum has ever existed in the UK – to protect the waves, surfing, surf culture and experience.   The LSC was created in 2018 for the initial World Surfing Reserve application, maintained for the 2019 application and has indicated that they will support the national approach.