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Three Mini Dexter cattle in field looking at the camera

The Dinky Dexters

… usually find 008 relaxing and chewing the cud. Cattle are ruminants, meaning they have a multi-chambered stomach designed to break down tough plant material and … into perspective, gorse has roughly 17g protein in 100g, compared to 100g of egg which has roughly 12g protein! … Cow …

hghland cattle in hothfield heathlands bog

Wilder Grazing

… Become a livestock checker - find out more here . Give our … the best shape for meat or milk, for instance, we don’t mind, as long as they are well-behaved and in tune with the … [email protected] … Whenever you are in the countryside, it is important that you keep a safe distance from all …

Hothfield Heathlands in February

… other species, in long and cropped grass, on bare soil and stones, and on tree trunks and stumps - anywhere with poor … top bog and lay glinting on all flat ground, Ian Rickards commented “We've had some impressive flooding, especially on … This restoration of bog habitat will encourage the more fragile plant and insect species adapted to this habitat to

Pinecone making workshop - Seal

Wilder Schools - Darent Valley Landscape Recovery project

To kickstart the project, Kent Wildlife Trust gave an … all about ocean pollution, finding out where pollution comes from, how long things take to break down in the ocean, … joined Wild Team outside to play some games about habitat fragmentation and climate change. Next, we set off to the …

 Beaver Eating at Ham Fen by Terry Whittaker

Beaver project

… often found on the side of a river bank. Beavers use them to keep safe; they eat, sleep and look after their family in … Kent, book onto a beaver study day to receive training and come join the group. … Beaver citizen scientist programme … … onto Ham Fen, ultimately meeting with then Minister for DEFRA, Michael Meacher, to plead the beaver’s case. …

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How to use less plastic

… Chances are, you brush your teeth with plastic. Bamboo toothbrushes made from sustainable bamboo are an easy way to … ditch the excess plastic. While the wooden handle is fully compostable (or upcyclable!), the plastic bristles will have … becoming trapped or injured, animals often ingest plastic fragments, with the potential to build up in the bodies of …

Forest school kids gather round a fire with the leader standing in the middle

A new term of Home Ed Forest School

… especially for families of home education children began today - and what a messy start it was! … It looks like Anna … curriculum, providing a unique way to socialise with like-minded families, whilst learning new skills and gaining new … responsibility and respect for the environment, which is becoming increasingly important in a world facing climate …

Wild about the coronation – how the King has made his mark on wildlife in Kent

… King’s Coronation, Kent Wildlife Trust reflects on their history with the monarch and his connections with nature. … His … creation of Coronation Meadows, after he read about the alarming loss of wildflower meadows. As a result, and to … have been announced to celebrate the Coronation. His commitment to joining together as part of the Big Help Out …

Nature Heroes - Lynsted Community Kitchen Garden

… Related Blog Posts … We have taken further steps to conserve and manage water by building a compostable toilet, which is a waterless system that works … leaving behind only compost. It’s a brilliant reminder to volunteers and visitors alike that using drinking …

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How to check your bonfire for hedgehogs

… … More ways you can help hedgehogs … We can all take steps to protect hedgehogs on bonfire night. Follow our 4 steps to make sure you keep hedgehogs safe. Here are four tips to help you avoid harming hedgehogs in your bonfire pile: Store materials for …

Big Wild Walk 2023

… Post images: Facebook/X post   Instagram post   Instagram stories: Story with 'Sponsor Me' button   Blank story image … … in helping to protect our natural world … I’d definitely recommend the Big Wild Walk to anyone! It’s a great way to get … climbing the height of a mountain on your stairs, or swimming laps of your local pond. Sign up now Looking to take …

A view across Blue Bell Hill, with trees framing either side.

Why we’re Kent Wildlife Trust members

… membership for 50% less! Nurture nature with us this year to help drive local action for global change - wildlife … we’re surrounded by nature and can spend time with like-minded, friendly people. Some of the things we’ve helped … which we are booked onto later this spring!   We’d really recommend membership to anyone considering it. For the cost of …