Blog: By Taghttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/Blog listing, filtered by tag.enNew Wild Tots group set up by family inspired by the community engagement of Avon Wildlife Trusthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/abbie-hall/new-wild-tots-group-set-family-inspired-community-engagement-avon-wildlife-trustFaye Jackson set up Wild Tots which was inspired by Avon Wildlife Trust’s outdoor learning programmes and supported by players of People’s Postcode LotteryWed, 17 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000Abbie Hallhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/abbie-hall/new-wild-tots-group-set-family-inspired-community-engagement-avon-wildlife-trustNature activities to do with your little explorers this summerhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/bethan-mclatchie/nature-activities-do-your-little-explorers-summerSummer has arrived in Avon and with it so has an abundance of wildlife. Wildflowers are blooming and filling our noses with sweet smells; swifts and swallows soar high above us, lifting our spirits with them; and leafy, lush, green trees give us shade from the sun.Wed, 03 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000Bethan McLatchiehttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/bethan-mclatchie/nature-activities-do-your-little-explorers-summerCity Nature Challengehttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/george-cook/city-nature-challengeHave you been out on a walk over lockdown and heard a bird singing its heart out, or spotted a butterfly fluttering around amongst the wildflowers, and wished you could name it? Well, this weekend we’ve got a challenge for you that could help you do just that. What’s more, you may contribute vital data towards conservation projects at the same time. All you need is your mobile phone.Fri, 30 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000George Cookhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/george-cook/city-nature-challengeEaster brings wildlife renewalhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/rebecca-lockwood/easter-brings-wildlife-renewalFor the religious and secular alike, this season has traditionally been a time of renewal and hope.Fri, 02 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000Rebecca Lockwoodhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/rebecca-lockwood/easter-brings-wildlife-renewalThe value of nature for children and young peoplehttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/lucy-hellier/value-nature-children-and-young-peopleDid you rediscover your love of nature during lockdown? I know many of us did. From large nature reserves through to small pockets of wildness, dens and rope swings have popped up, new paths have been trodden and social media feeds are filled with photos of flowers and landscapes. <br /><br />
If you are one of the people that have started feeding the birds from your balcony, growing wild flowers in your garden, or taking your kids on local walks and bike rides, you’ll know the great feeling that comes from being more connected with the natural world. At times it feels like a whole generation are discovering (or maybe rediscovering) that natural places, however small, can bring peace, solace, freedom and entertainment.Thu, 03 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000Lucy Hellierhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/lucy-hellier/value-nature-children-and-young-peopleHow to have a wild 2020https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/naomi-fuller/how-have-wild-2020Around 60% of people will make at least one New Year’s Resolution. The top resolutions are the classics: lose weight; get fit; spend less - and on gloomy January evenings, gyms, swimming pools and running clubs are full of people determinedly focusing on their goals. How about breaking the mould and making a resolution to help wildlife in 2020?Mon, 06 Jan 2020 12:00:00 +0000Naomi Fullerhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/naomi-fuller/how-have-wild-2020Nature nurtures…https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/freya-morgan/nature-nurtures“Passion is lifted from the earth itself by the muddy hands of the young; it travels along grass-stained sleeves to the heart. If we are going to save environmentalism and the environment, we must also save an endangered indicator species: the child in nature.”<br /><br />
- Richard Louv – Author of ‘Last Child in the Woods’ and ‘Vitamin N’<br />Thu, 05 Dec 2019 12:00:00 +0000Freya Morganhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/freya-morgan/nature-nurturesExplore autumn treasures with My Wild Childhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/sarah-mitchell/explore-autumn-treasures-my-wild-childAs we enjoy the end of summer we start to get ourselves ready for autumn and what’s in store during this beautiful season. The days are getting shorter but the sun is still bright and the sunsets and colours around us are spectacular. Alongside schools starting again, bags being packed and lots of new material to learn for our young nature lovers, Avon Wildlife Trust’s My Wild Child sessions are starting back up again after the summer holidays for a new year of wildlife and learning in nature.Fri, 06 Sep 2019 12:00:00 +0000Sarah Mitchellhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/sarah-mitchell/explore-autumn-treasures-my-wild-childA Close Encounter with Eelshttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/naomi-fuller/close-encounter-eelsThis summer we’ve given school children the chance to have a close encounter with some intriguing wildlife which has kept them company in their classroom before being given a helping hand to the next stage of life. Eels may not be cute or cuddly, but they’ve been the temporary visitors to classrooms in five schools across our region – and a sure hit with the children. Our eels project – called Spawn to be Wild - is in its fifth year and aims to give children a chance to get up close and personal with wildlife and learn how they can play a part in protecting our natural environment.Thu, 11 Jul 2019 12:00:00 +0000Naomi Fullerhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/naomi-fuller/close-encounter-eels
