RESPECT SUPPORT VOLUNTEER PROTECT
Ask anyone why they come to Kiawah Island and they will likely tell you about the pristine beaches , bountiful marsh , native habitats , and abundant native wildlife .
As more people move to and visit Kiawah Island , our community has made it clear : they are concerned about the potential disruption of Kiawah ’ s ecological balance . Many newcomers most likely want to protect the Island but may not understand the consequences of feeding alligators , biking through shorebirds , walking through dunes , or standing too close to strand feeding dolphins . How can we address these behaviors ? The Conservancy has a plan , and it involves collaboratively working with the entire community through our new initiative :
RSVP Kiawah — Respect , Support , Volunteer , and Protect Kiawah
RSVP Kiawah is a checklist of recommendations for everyone living on or visiting Kiawah Island . It encourages everyone to do the following :
• Respect Wildlife
• Support Ecological Health
• Volunteer in Environmental Efforts
• Protect Native Habitat
Each category within RSVP includes suggested behaviors . This is an inclusive list that will grow with us as we recognize needs . Instead of trying to remember all of the behaviors , just remember “ RSVP Respect , Support , Volunteer , and Protect ,” and think about what types of actions promote each category .
Most importantly , let ’ s all work together to energize the Kiawah community to promote positive behaviors that will preserve Kiawah Island for our children , grandchildren , and great-grandchildren .
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