Tag Archives: Environment
HOWL’s Volunteering Adventures
HOWL’s time in New Zealand has been packed full of adventures and this would not have been possible without each and every one of our volunteering experiences, where we have stayed with a variety of welcoming hosts, each of which have taught us an incredible amount about the beauty and nature of New Zealand. Getting … Continue reading
New Zealand’s Most Iconic Species!
New Zealand. What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of this beautiful country? For most, I feel that it would be rugby orientated, with the All Blacks coming to the forefront of my mind, or perhaps the Lord of the rings? But for Howl and for many others, it … Continue reading
Let’s Talk Climate Change
We need no further research to inform us that climate change is happening and this global issue requires a fast and decisive response. So why is the UK, a country once considered to be the leader on climate change internationally, moving backwards? We became one of the first countries to produce a legally binding national … Continue reading
Badger Cull to be Extended into Dorset
A decision has been made to carry out a badger cull in Dorset, despite culls in Somerset and Gloucestershire so far showing to be both ineffective and inhumane, and as a result, a failure. This disastrous decision flies in the face of scientific evidence, public opinion and the wishes of parliament. This announcement from DEFRA … Continue reading
Mindful Monday #17. A Spoonful of Sugar doesn’t just help the medicine go down…
When we are being as busy as a bee, we find the time to rest, refresh and give ourselves that much needed boost of energy. Sometimes this isn’t so easy for bees themselves, but you could help revive a tired individual and send it buzzing healthily on its way! Bees use a lot of energy … Continue reading
Wordless Wednesday #26. Frank, the European Beaver! (Argyll, Scotland)
Mindful Monday #16. Voice Your Opinions – Take Part in Public Consultations and Surveys
This past week has been a very exciting one for UK conservation, with the news of the proposed return of the Eurasian Lynx Lynx lynx sweeping across a variety of social media platforms. However, with this high level of media attention comes a great deal of controversy and that is where you come in. The … Continue reading
Wordless Wednesday #25. The Forest of Dean
Mindful Monday #15. HOWL and the Hungry Robin
HOWL kicked off the Mindful Monday theme with a post about how you can give nature a helping hand. It focused on how you can utilise window feeders to encourage and support the wellbeing of garden birds all year round and of course, improve any identification skills! HOWL ended the post stating that we would … Continue reading
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