Monthly Archives: December 2017

Tansy Beetle Time – Well Almost

Posted on 24 December, 2017 by greatemancipator

In preparing for Tansy Beetle time we’ve taken to heart a suggestion by a member of the Natural England Field Unit that visited a few weeks ago and purchased this clever little device, a 4 in 1 soil survey instrument, … Continue reading →

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Rawcliffe Meadows 2017 Annual Report – Records Wanted

Posted on 23 December, 2017 by greatemancipator

Records are a bit thin on the ground this year. If anyone has any they haven’t yet submitted please let us know.

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Friends of Rawcliffe Meadows Christmas Quiz 2017

Posted on 14 December, 2017 by greatemancipator

What year (and for bonus point, month) was Rawcliffe Meadows, along with Clifton Ings designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)? What year (and for a bonus point, month) did work really start on Rawcliffe Meadows? Where was the … Continue reading →

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Friends of Rawcliffe Meadows Work Party Report 3rd December 2017

Posted on 4 December, 2017 by greatemancipator

The work party was our second session of the winter 2017 trying to tackle the Typha (reedmace) that was attempting to take over the extension to the Water Vole Scrape in the Reservoir Basin. However, this time we came armed … Continue reading →

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