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The Bird Aware Solent team with the sea behind them

Quality of Engagement Scales

Please use the below scales and information to score conversations and engagement activities on site.

Depth of conversation

1

General rapport Hello, chit chat, talk about the weather or unrelated topic etc

2

Basic information Brief mention of one or more key topics

3

Some explanation Mention and explanation of one key topic

4

Detailed conversation Several topics mentioned and explained

5

Full in-depth conversation Birds and disturbance topics must be explained plus mention of other topics and key messages

Dog conversation must include specific advice or instruction on how to reduce or avoid disturbance.

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Key conversation topics
Birds SPA species, behaviour e.g. feeding and resting, migration, energy use etc.
Disturbance Causes, impacts, ways to reduce
Coastal code Four different points
Coastal recreation Different activities, watersports, the bigger picture etc
Dogs Coast and Country Canines, behaviours, training tips, link to predator/impact
Importance of the Solent / local area Habitats, designations
Information about the project Mitigation, development, partners, SSP, rangers
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Receptiveness of visitors

1

Opposed

2

Lack of interest

3

Indifferent/neutral

4

Supportive

5

Actively engaged