環境守護是 ACA 的三大戰略支柱之一。沒有乾淨的水域與妥善維護的進出點，划行運動將無以為繼。ACA 教練應將環境守護資訊融入所有課程中。Stewardship of the paddling environment is one of the three strategic tenets of the ACA. Without clean water, safe and well-kept access, and low-impact usage behavior, our lakes, rivers, and coastal areas may become unavailable for recreational use by paddlers. ACA instructors are urged to incorporate stewardship information and guidance into all courses and programs as appropriate.
什麼是環境守護 (Stewardship)？What is Environmental Stewardship?
簡言之，這是「基於充分認知的負責任行動」。這是一種道德義務，基於對環境的照顧與守護。有效的環境教育能幫助個體建立與自然資源的「個人連結」。Environmental Stewardship is briefly defined as “informed, responsible action/behavior on behalf of the environment and future generations.” It is a moral obligation to care for the environment and the actions undertaken to provide that care. Effective stewardship education helps individuals establish a “personal connection” with natural resources.
環境責任行為的三個階段Three Levels of Responsible Behavior
入門層次 (Entry)Entry Level
建立對生態的基本認知與環境敏感度。Includes a person’s environmental sensitivity and knowledge about ecology.
認同層次 (Ownership)Ownership Level
將環境問題「個人化」，建立情感連結與投入感。Allows individuals to personalize environmental problems and issues, taking ownership of them.
行動賦權層次 (Empowerment)Empowerment Level
讓學員感到自己有能力透過實際行動來改善並解決環境問題。Gives people a sense that they can make changes and help resolve important environmental issues.
優質環境守護者的特質Qualities of Effective Stewardship
優質的守護者教育不僅是傳遞知識，更在於塑造態度與行為。以下是其核心特質：Effective stewardship education is about more than just knowledge; it’s about shaping attitudes and behaviors. Key qualities include:
- 理解人類是自然世界的一部分，而非凌駕其上。Understanding humans as part of the natural world, not separate or above it.
- 具備生態與水資源管理的核心概念。Knowledge of ecological and water resource management concepts.
- 能識別、分析並調查環境問題的解決方案。Ability to identify, analyze, and investigate solutions to environmental issues.
- 理解意圖與實際環境影響之間的區別。Understanding the difference between intent and actual environmental impact.
ACA 環境守護計畫ACA Stewardship Programs
ACA 透過以下具體行動，協助槳手在社區層面發揮影響力：The ACA helps paddlers make an impact at the community level through these specific actions:
在地社群網絡Grassroots Networks
激活地方支持，培養各地的環境領導者。Activating grassroots support and leadership networks.
水路清潔Waterway Cleanup
為各地區的水道清理工作提供資源與工具。Providing resources for waterway cleanup efforts.
政策倡議Policy Advocacy
支持並推動影響划行運動的公共政策。Supporting public policies that positively impact paddling.
「環境守護是一個長期的過程。它需要一系列互補的教育努力。」“Stewardship is a long-term process. It requires a series of complementary educational efforts.”