News
June 2013
* Website and blog news *
Recent changes and updates to the website and additions to Trust Reserve and Project related blogs.
No winners in badger cull vote
The results of today's Opposition debate - calling on the Government to stop the cull of badgers - were not a surprise as there was a three line whip. MPs voted in favour of a badger cull by 298 votes to 237. In October 2012 in a free vote MPs voted against a badger cull.
Nature Notes for w/e June 2nd
Nature Notes from south-east Hampshire for week ending June 2nd.
Bird sightings at Testwood Lakes for June
Bird sightings at Testwood Lakes for June
Badger Cull – Breaking News
Please email your MP about the Badger Cull.
The Labour Party has announced it will table an Opposition Day debate on Wednesday 5th June 2013 on the Government's plans for a badger cull. The wording for the motion reads 'This House believes the badger cull should not go ahead’.
May 2013
Can you take a winning wildlife picture?
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust has launched its annual wildlife photography competition, in search of the best wildlife images from the two counties. Entry is free and there is a £150 prize for the overall winner. The winners from each of the twelve categories will get their picture featured in the Wildlife Trust’s 2014 Wildlife Calendar.
Wildlife Trusts firmly opposed to the proposed badger cull - local update
The Wildlife Trusts are firmly opposed to the proposed badger cull.
The Wildlife Trusts believe that biosecurity and vaccination should be at the centre of efforts to tackle bovine tuberculosis (TB) rather than a badger cull.
Nature Notes for w/e May 26th
Nature Notes from SE Hampshire for week ending May 26th
Remarkable record of UK wildlife landscapes
A unique panoramic record of landscapes in the UK has been produced by award-winning photographer Mike McFarlane, cycling 5,903 miles around four countries to promote nature conservation.
See the latest marine news on Claude’s Blog
Claude's got a busy week planned in half-term travelling around to lots family events to help run marine-themed games and activities. All the events are free, so why not drop in and say ‘hello’? http://www.makingwavesproject.org.uk/claudes-blog/
State of Nature
Hampshire’s wildlife declines mirrors national slump
Sixty per cent of UK species in decline, groundbreaking study finds
The UK’s nature is in trouble – that is the conclusion of a groundbreaking report published today [Wednesday 22 May] by a coalition of leading conservation and research organisations.
Home Fit for a Kingfisher
Seven kingfisher eggs have been laid in an artificial nest at Hampshire Wildlife Trust’s Winnall Moors nature reserve, Winchester. The nest, built by Wildlife Trust volunteers under the guidance of Volunteer Coordinator Alex Hogg, contains a next box camera and provides a unique opportunity to reveal the secrets of how a kingfisher builds a nest, lays the eggs and hatches them.
Bird sightings from Testwood Lakes
Bird sightings from Testwood Lakes for April 2013
Help Protect our Rivers from Himalayan Balsam
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust and the Environment Agency are calling for volunteers to join a work party on Wednesday 22 May to protect the Cadnam River from the highly invasive non-native plant called Himalayan balsam.
All-terrain mobility scooter available for hire at Testwood Lakes
Testwood Lakes nature reserve in Totton is more accessible than ever before thanks to a kind donation of an all-terrain mobility scooter. If you would like to find out more or would like to book the mobility scooter, please phone Grace, Sarah or Sam on 02380 667929.
Save Emer Bog/Baddesley Common – we need your help!
Emer Bog/Baddesley Common is located between Romsey and North Baddesley. It comprises a wonderful stretch of unspoilt countryside, which is rich in wildlife, but today it is under threat. The rare and unusual wildlife of Emer Bog/Baddesley Common has earned it special protection and the site is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest as well as a Special Area of Conservation. This means that it is one of Europe’s most important sites for wildlife – and it needs your help.
April 2013
Footage of a wild Kingfisher laying her eggs at Winnall Moors
This is some great footage, only filmed once before, of a wild Kingfisher laying her eggs at Winnall Moors.
Blashford Buggies….. Back for 2013!
Get outside, get fit and discover the wonderful wildlife living on your doorstep!
Join the Wildlife Trust on a Forest School Taster Day
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust is running a Forest School Taster Day that aims to provide participants with a Forest School style experience, share example activities and to introduce the ethos and benefits of Forest School.
Welcome call for action to protect marine wildlife
A report which encourages setting a clear timetable for protection of the marine environment is warmly welcomed by The Wildlife Trusts.
Wildlife Trust Courses in Whitchurch
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust run many Countryside and Wildlife courses throughout the year. They are a great way to do something a little bit different, learn new skills, and meet new friends.
Wildlife Trust Courses at Staunton Country Park
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust run many Countryside and Wildlife courses throughout the year. They are a great way to do something a little bit different, learn new skills, and meet new friends.
Bird sightings at Testwood Lakes
Bird sightings at Testwood Lakes for March 2013
It’s a Bird’s Life - CANCELLED
Come along to Swanwick Lakes to meet our beautiful birds.
Gove knows not what he does
Everyone who cares for the natural environment is being urged to call on the Government to ensure children are taught about its true value.
