The Woodlands.co.uk Blog - March 2010
Cuckoo Trouble
Compiled in the UK by organisations such as the RSPB and the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO ), the Red List records birds that are considered critically endangered. Over the last few years the number of birds on the Red List has grown from 40 to 52, including the yellow wagtail, the lapwing and the wood warbler. A recent addition is the cuckoo. Read more…
The Ghost of Workers Past Pt 6, Vegetation : Delving into the history hidden in your woodland
In all the talk of ground archaeology I haven’t made any mention of the trees and the ground flora. They provide important clues to past use and help to improve the picture you build up of the wood’s history. Read more…
Small Woodland Owner Groups
Watch Alex Bienfait discuss his personal views of the benefits of Small Woodland Owner Groups or SWOGs in the latest WoodlandsTV video: Read more…
Grey Squirrel Control – a video presentation with Julian Evans
Following on from his video on grey squirrel damage, Professor Julian Evans discusses ways of controlling them. Read more…
Bee Friendly! – Part 1
Paul Hirons, beekeeper, takes us on a trip to his hive. In Part 1 he tells us something about the bees themselves, and about getting kitted up for the visit …
It’s a nice sunny day, early May, the temperature is above 10 degrees and there is little wind. It is mid afternoon, bees are flying and I’m going to inspect my hive. Read more…
Woodfairs.co.uk – woodfair information online
We love woodfairs – they’re a great day out for all the family, with lots to see and do. From a demonstration of a pole lathe to a display of horse logging, from intricate carved spoons to gigantic chainsawed sculptures: there’s a host of woodland or wood craft-related things to see, experience or buy. You can even visit us at the Woodlands.co.uk stand!
Up until now it hasn’t always been so easy to find out when and where woodfairs are happening, but a new website Woodfairs.co.uk that solves the problem. Read more…
“The Last Oil Shock” – a good read for woodland owners
This book is a wake up call for “petroleum man” and a great read for anyone interested in energy issues and in why so many people are promoting woodfuel use. Read more…