Wasaga Beach Dune Stewardhip Award
Wasaga’s coastal dunes are more than just beautiful—they’re nature’s shield, protecting our beaches and properties from erosion and flooding, providing habitat to wild life, and offering scenic value enhancing our community.
That’s why WBCAT is launching the Dune Stewardship Award to recognize beachfront owners who are preserving or restoring dunes.
Signs will be placed along participating properties to raise awareness and celebrate this vital work. Thank you to Lake Huron Coastal Center for providing these signs (see image below).
With climate change bringing stronger storms, healthy dunes are more important than ever.
Want to be part of the solution? 🌱 Reach out to us if you’re protecting dunes—or know someone who is!
Here are 5 key reasons why coastal dunes in Wasaga Beach are important and need to be preserved:
- Natural Shoreline Protection
Dunes act as natural barriers against waves, storm surges, and high water levels. They protect beaches, nearby properties, and infrastructure from erosion and flooding. - Wildlife Habitat
Coastal dunes provide a unique ecosystem that supports plants, birds, and insects—including several rare and endangered species found along the Great Lakes, like the Piping Plover. - Sand Storage & Beach Health
Dunes store and release sand naturally, helping to maintain a healthy, wide beach. Without dunes, beaches would erode much faster. - Carbon Storage & Climate Resilience
Vegetated dunes capture and store carbon while stabilizing the shoreline, making them a vital natural defense against the impacts of climate change. - Recreation & Scenic Value
Healthy dunes contribute to the beauty of Wasaga Beach, attracting tourism and outdoor recreation, which supports the local economy and enhances community well-being.
- Natural Shoreline Protection
