An easy stroll led by local botanist Gerry Firkins to look at the flora of Owlthorpe Fields and adjacent Ancient Woodlands. May 10th, tickets are free but the event is limited to 20 people. Sign up using the link below.
https://t.co/z9n7yyBFEF
Weβve created a new website (that better reflects the work we are doing as a conservation group) & itβs now live.
Itβs a work in progress, but weβd appreciate any feedback you have please - what do you think to the layout & pages; content ok? Thank you.
https://t.co/sMIVnOWFXi
Weβre really pleased to announce that we have been awarded an Environmental Quality Mark for our work on the orchard project. Thank you @PeakDistrictEQM
91 days until our National Day on 24th May for
#TeamBat#TeamNewt
Today we wondered if anyone can share songs about how nature is at risk from too much construction in the wrong place and designed the wrong way.
The most famous are probably lyrics by @jonimitchell "They paved paradise and put up a parking lot".
Written in 1970, 55 years later we sadly don't seem to have learnt our lesson.
100 days until #TeamBat#TeamNewt National Day 24th May.
We're starting by asking you all what action you might take from now, and on the day. Could you host a nature walk? Write a song? Have an art competition? One suggestion is to make a kite.
Some ground rules: any action must be non disruptive and not obstruct the general public.
Wear a t-shirt, cap and badge (sale is non-profit).
https://t.co/64VIwcfuEr
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Not only do we have βmerchβ: https://t.co/RIH2YVwDls
We now have a date for your diary: Saturday 24th May.
We plan a national #TeamBat#TeamNewt celebration of nature - wherever YOU are you can take part
@CommunityPlann1
Well, that happy news didn't last long! Unfortunately today Wivenhoe Town Council have failed to meet the agreed terms negotiated just three days ago. Most concerning, they are looking to net the tree. We believe this to be a probable wildlife crime and will be reporting it. (1/)
Weβve had a busy day planting 250 hawthorn whips on a hedgerow boundary near the βwhite houseβ.
In a few years, we hope theyll go towards supporting our local population of yellowhammers. π
So pleased this has taken off (no pun intended). Thanks to @save_our_fields & @HeritageFundUK we are able to support the younger generation to embrace their passion for wildlife & nature, safeguarding it for future generations. Keep at it @SorbyBreckRG
https://t.co/fZP6KGDi7G
Following on from the amazing grant we received from @HeritageFundUK , we are advertising for a Project Officer to work alongside the OCG Team. Please see below for full details.
@greenbeltsal@WildJustice_org@sheffielduni Most of the tree planting, wildflower areas, hedgehog highways and bat/bird boxes are still missing. Additionally, theyβve dumped a load of soil in the root protection area of the ancient woodland. Of the few trees they have planted, around a third are dead already.
We are immensely grateful for this support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund and as always, thank you for your continued support. Watch this space for future events!
https://t.co/dzc6y1JKXI
This morning we would like to share the amazing news that we have been awarded a Β£101,990 grant from @HeritageFundNOR thanks to National Lottery players.
https://t.co/6YE40v6S5s
This significant funding will support improvements & conservation on Owlthorpe Fields.
The project will run over 3 yrs & will enhance access for all, including those with disabilities, restore pathways, manage vegetation & repair historical stone walls.
https://t.co/ByB2oBXUqu
@Save_Rose_Hill@MyDoncaster I know how heartbreaking this is for you, weβve been through the same. Watching machinery destroy everything youβve fought so hard for nearly broke me. My advice is to take time to mourn, then come out fighting & make sure you hold the developer to account on EVERY SINGLE DETAIL.