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People taking part in a coastal foraging walk on the shore at Lyme Regis, UK, Feb 2011. During the walk, run by Dorset-based Fraser Christian, participants are taught about the edible plants, seaweed and shellfish that can be collected from the shore. Model released. - Toby Roxburgh/2020VISION
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Wildlife Events
Come along to any of our wildlife events, and learn more about the amazing wildlife around you.
Writing the Seasons: Winter
Join us for a creative writing workshops for adults, drawing inspiration from the changing seasons at Kingcombe Meadows nature reserve…
Introduction to Mosses and Lichens
Explore the hidden world of mosses and lichens with expert botanist Jim White and learn more about these amazing ancient plants.
Spatula Carving with Adam Hawker
Join nationally renowned greenwood worker, Adam Hawker, to learn how to carve a wooden spatula, an organic alternative to metal utensils…
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Spatula Carving with Adam Hawker
Join nationally renowned greenwood worker, Adam Hawker, to learn how to carve a wooden spatula, an organic alternative to metal utensils…
Identifying Birds by Sight and Sound
Whether you're new to birding or have previous experience, join Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Hamish Murray on a birding exploration…
Nature Journal Club
Develop a deeper connection to the natural world by creatively recording your relationship with nature in our fun and social club.
Ways you can help wildlife
Help wildlife in the hot weather
Help wildlife in hot weather and lend a helping hand. Keep your watering stations topped up with water, and let some of your garden grow…
Watch what you wash away
Some cosmetics, soaps, washing-up liquids and cleaning products can be harmful to wildlife with long-lasting effects.
Climate friendly gardening
There are plenty of ways you can take action against climate change in your own backyard or local greenspace.
How to feed birds in your garden
Attract birds all year round by creating a wildlife-friendly garden
How to attract bumblebees to your garden
The best plants for bumblebees! Bees are important pollinating insects, but they are under threat. You can help them by planting…
Change what you eat
Eat more plant-based foods, reduce your food waste and buy local produce to shrink your environmental footprint.
