Cadets of the volunteer firefighters strengthened the action to protect Santa Maria’s biodiversity

Jan. 8, 2026

The Cadet Section of the Santa Maria Volunteer Firefighters Association recently took part in fieldwork activities under the LIFE SNAILS project, coordinated by the Regional Secretariat for the Environment and Climate Action.

With great enthusiasm and commitment, the young volunteers planted 155 native trees in Lugar das Fontinhas, directly contributing to the restoration and strengthening of the habitat of the island’s endemic snail species.

This initiative highlights the importance of community involvement in protecting Santa Maria’s unique biodiversity and reinforces the essential role of young people in nature conservation.