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Woodland Highlights: November

November is a month of great change as leaves absorb their green chlorophyll and fall from the trees. Many mammals and insects disappear from view, finding warm places to hibernate during the colder months. The time for flowering plants is … Continue reading

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Woodland Highlights: October

Trees/shrubs… Acorns and hazelnuts are ripening, offering an energy packed food source for dormice. Jays and squirrels will bury them for winter storage, but they often forget the location of their secret stashes and young trees shoot up next spring. … Continue reading

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Woodland Highlights: September

September heralds the start of autumn, a time of great change for woodland. The leaves of some trees, such as ash and beech, will begin to yellow. While many species will be trying to fatten up to survive their winter hibernation. Trees/shrubs… … Continue reading

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Woodland Highlights: April

The colours and forms of spring delight the senses of those who venture into woods. April is the time for woodland wildflowers, seizing their opportunity while sunlight beams upon the earth through the leafless trees. Some are already making their presence … Continue reading

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Woodland Highlights: March

Along with temperatures, wildlife activities really start hotting up in March. The mind turns to wandering through trees alive with their fresh leafy flush, butterflies alighting on delicate petals, birds crooning to their lovers and deep earthy scents intoxicating the … Continue reading

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