6 species you shouldn't be seeing this winter
Hibernation, brumation, and torpor - these 6 species adopt these survival strategies to survive the long, cold UK winters.
Topics: Winter
Mistletoe magic: Facts you might not know about this festive icon!
Did you know, mistletoe is a hemiparasitic plant - meaning they attach to their host using a structure called the haustorium. They're fascinating plants with a rich cultural history. Learn more in this blog.
Conifers at Bedgebury Pinetum
-Field studies amongst the largest collection of conifers in the UK. Linked to previous day.
Getting to Know Conifers
-Pine, spruce, larch, fir, cedar, redwood… a classroom introduction to the identification of conifers using their foliage and cones. Linked to the following Study Day ‘Conifers at Bedgebury Pinetum’
Identifying Broad-leaved Trees in Winter
-Learn to how identify native broad-leaved trees and shrubs by their twigs, and buds and bark.
Create a wilder garden this winter
Wilder Gardens Officer, Ellen Tout, talks about her favourite parts of the winter garden and what you can do to make your space a sanctuary for wildlife.
Winter Wildlife Walk
-Discover the magic of the great outdoors this winter with a FREE guided walk led by our knowledgeable Protected Area Warden, NIna! Explore the stunning coastal landscape of Pegwell Bay, learn how you can help protect vulnerable wildlife, and enjoy a family-friendly adventure that’s both fun and inspiring. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with nature and make a difference!
Finding light in the dark: How to connect to nature in winter
As winter takes hold, and you repeatedly find yourself commenting on how dark it is at 5pm, don’t despair. The colder months give us some excellent opportunities to connect with nature. Here are our top five tips for connecting with nature this winter…
Identifying Broad-leaved Trees in Winter
-Learn to how identify native broad-leaved trees and shrubs by their twigs, and buds and bark.
Seven Wildlife Spectacles to See This Winter in Kent
Now winter has drawn in, seeking out wildlife spectacles may seem strange. However, nature does not take a hiatus during the colder months, and the winter landscape is teeming with remarkable displays of wildlife.