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Launching the Warmley Nature Action Zone!
</a>https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/launching-warmley-nature-action-zoneA new project to transform some of Warmley’s gardens and green spaces for nature gets underway this month, bringing communities closer to the wildlife on their doorstep.<br />Wed, 14 Feb 2024 12:00:00 +0000Alex Dommetthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/launching-warmley-nature-action-zone<a hreflang="en" href="/blog/alex-dommett/celebrating-my-wild-city-project">
Celebrating the My Wild City Project
</a>https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/celebrating-my-wild-city-projectThe My Wild City project in Bristol comes to an end but the legacy is just beginning! <br />
With support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Avon Wildlife Trust has been working for over three years with Bristol City Council - focusing on eight of their Local Wildlife Sites across the city, making improvements for wildlife and visitors, and encouraging everyone to get involved in enjoying and caring for these special wild spaces. As the project comes to an end we take a look back and celebrate the great work from volunteers and communities from all over this wild city!<br />Wed, 29 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000Alex Dommetthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/celebrating-my-wild-city-project<a hreflang="en" href="/blog/alex-dommett/what-wildlife-monitoring-top-tips-help-you-explore-and-record-your-local-patch">
What is wildlife monitoring? Top tips to help you explore and record your local patch!
</a>https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/what-wildlife-monitoring-top-tips-help-you-explore-and-record-your-local-patchDid you know that every time you spot a flower, an insect, or a bird, you can contribute to valuable wildlife research and help protect green spaces? Recording what you see helps to build a bigger picture of how our local wildlife is doing and can influence the way these spaces are looked after into the future. Anyone and everyone can make a record, from beginners to experts!Wed, 18 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000Alex Dommetthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/what-wildlife-monitoring-top-tips-help-you-explore-and-record-your-local-patch<a hreflang="en" href="/blog/alex-dommett/bristol-welcomes-goats-hengrove-mounds-nature-reserve">
Bristol welcomes goats to Hengrove Mounds nature reserve
</a>https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/bristol-welcomes-goats-hengrove-mounds-nature-reserveWe’ve welcomed our newest nature conservation recruits to local wildlife site Hengrove Mounds - goats! Over 75 local people came along to find out more about how Street Goats can help our city’s wildlife to thrive.Wed, 10 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000Alex Dommetthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/bristol-welcomes-goats-hengrove-mounds-nature-reserve<a hreflang="en" href="/blog/alex-dommett/discovering-winter-birds-my-wild-city">
Discovering winter birds with My Wild City
</a>https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/discovering-winter-birds-my-wild-cityWinter is one of the most magical seasons for birds, even in the city! As part of the My Wild City project with thanks to the National Heritage Lottery Fund, Bristol residents have been out and about in Lawrence Weston, learning how to look for and record winter birds in a hidden nature haven next to the motorway.Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000Alex Dommetthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/discovering-winter-birds-my-wild-city<a hreflang="en" href="/blog/alex-dommett/glow-worms-stockwood-open-space">
Glow-worms at Stockwood Open Space!
</a>https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/glow-worms-stockwood-open-spaceOn a warm, still summer’s evening, the My Wild City team met with residents to go in search of these elusive luminescent creatures. Find out more about how we got on and how you can look for glow-worms where you live too.Tue, 19 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000Alex Dommetthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/glow-worms-stockwood-open-space<a hreflang="en" href="/blog/alex-dommett/when-was-last-time-you-saw-hedgehog">
When was the last time you saw a hedgehog?
</a>https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/when-was-last-time-you-saw-hedgehogHedgehogs as we know them today have lived here for at least half a million years. Now in drastic decline, they’re facing some serious challenges, particularly in rural areas. However, they are faring better in urban communities, and you’ll be pleased to hear that residents, community groups and organisations across Bristol are working to bring them back - making sure that everyone, once again, will be delighted by the ‘snuffle shuffle’ of hedgehogs in their neighbourhood.Fri, 29 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0000Alex Dommetthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/when-was-last-time-you-saw-hedgehog<a hreflang="en" href="/blog/alex-dommett/giving-wildlife-home-city">
Giving Wildlife a Home in the City
</a>https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/giving-wildlife-home-cityImagine a city where whole communities get together to transform gardens and open spaces. From planting for pollinators in our gardens to influencing the space around us, we can all help to make our cities better for people and wildlife.Thu, 09 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +0000Alex Dommetthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/giving-wildlife-home-city<a hreflang="en" href="/blog/alex-dommett/how-help-hedgehogs-autumn">
How to help hedgehogs in autumn
</a>https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/how-help-hedgehogs-autumnAutumn leaves strewn across our gardens, parks and towns are like a magical sprinkling of treasure for one of the UK’s most elusive creatures. Hedgehogs regularly come out top in surveys of favourite wildlife amongst the British public, and fallen leaves offer vital nest-making materials as they prepare to hibernate.Thu, 04 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000Alex Dommetthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/how-help-hedgehogs-autumn<a hreflang="en" href="/blog/alex-dommett/fabulously-freaky-family-fun-day">
A Fabulously Freaky Family Fun Day!
</a>https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/fabulously-freaky-family-fun-dayEnjoy a sneak peak into our fun day celebrating diversity!Wed, 07 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000Alex Dommetthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/fabulously-freaky-family-fun-day<a hreflang="en" href="/blog/alex-dommett/top-tips-getting-know-your-local-patch">
Top Tips for getting to know your local patch
</a>https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/top-tips-getting-know-your-local-patchHello, my name is Alex and I’m so pleased to join Avon Wildlife Trust as the new Learning Development Officer - just as the natural world is beginning to erupt for Spring and Summer, yippee! I’m looking forward to our paths coming together for wild play and raucous days under rays of sunshine and puddle-making raindrops! For now, here are some of my top tips for getting out and enjoying your local patch this Spring…Wed, 24 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000Alex Dommetthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/top-tips-getting-know-your-local-patch
