Avon Wildlife Trust
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The leading conservation charity working for people and nature in Avon. We post more frequently on our other social media channels - link below.
Avon, UK
Joined November 2009
As No Mow May comes to an end โ what happens next? AWT supports Plantlifeโs campaign to continue with leaving wild patches and only mowing twice per year ๐ฆ Check for wildlife ๐ Set your blades on high ๐ Allow wildlife to escape to the edges. https://t.co/ctCv6fKTeY
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Bats and newts arenโt the problem โ Weโre tired of hearing the Chancellor pin the blame for slow development on wildlife! After promising to protect nature, the UK Government is now doing the opposite. Take our simple action today. ๐ https://t.co/Om9W7Dhg8m Thank you ๐
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By taking part in No Mow May and having wild patches - look at what's there ๐ When you know the benefits and add intentional habitats and features in your green spaces you will boost biodiversity and start noticing the amazing pollinators ๐๐ฆ https://t.co/ctCv6fKTeY
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Conservation grazing ๐ค greater floral diversity This week we welcomed cattle back to Ebdon Farm ๐ These gorgeous cows are doing the important job of keeping the grass down and rebalancing the nutrients in the soil - allowing more wildflowers to grow.
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Inspiration, experience and knowledge about local rivers and the wildlife that lives in and near this amazing habitat. Learn more about this environment and hear how people are taking action for nature ๐๐๐ฆFREE ONLINE EVENT 6th June, 6-7.30pm. https://t.co/2HdE8CRwU5
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Weโre tired of broken promises The UK Government promised voters they would protect nature, but the Planning Bill currently does the opposite โ Itโs not โdevelopment vs natureโ. We can have both โ if itโs done right. Take action here๐ https://t.co/9YZzQgqJTg
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No Mow May supports hedgehogs, one of the UKโs most treasured mammals ๐ฟ No Mow May encourages long grass, which hedgehogs thrive in! Be super careful at the end of May if strimming these areas as hedgehog day nests may have been created. https://t.co/ctCv6fKTeY
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A variety of free pond workshops in various locations and online, hosted by community groups with Amie Cook, community ecologist ๐ธ๐ท Practical advice, inspiration & local experience about ponds, species, plants & Q&A. Various locations, get involved! https://t.co/Cmr1Bd3cjy
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This amazing @hill_marian illustration demonstrates the impact a wilder lawn during No Mow May & beyond. Even if itโs just part of your garden or community space, what a difference to wildlife a wild patch, mini meadow or wildflower area makes ๐๐๐พ๐ https://t.co/ctCv6fKTeY
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๐ฌOur seas need real protection โNo more destructive fishing in Marine Protected Areas. โNo more bottom trawling โ a method that drags heavy nets and chains across the sea floor. It's time to ban this destruction. ๐ https://t.co/Lv2wzZAIG7 ๐ธ Paul Naylor
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Get ready to go WILD! ๐ณ๐ #30DaysWild is back this June! Daily and weekly nature activities for kids, parents, and educators. Will you join the wild adventure? Sign up here ๐ https://t.co/0QFYso8clz
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Get to know our species of the month for May โจ the slow worm โจ Find more fun facts about the secret lives of slow worms over on our blog: https://t.co/01NACXWAQ5
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No Mow May highlights the amazing habitats you can create ๐ฟโ๏ธ A variety of grasses, heights & plants is great for wildlife to thrive. Itโs ok to mow some of the lawn or even a pathway through the middle. Learn more & see local examples: https://t.co/ctCv6fKTeY
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We've got a super Saturday coming up! Check out these two events to choose from if you're looking to get a bit more nature into your weekend โก๏ธ https://t.co/ERMykFG9TW
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Some suggested wildflower pots by Grow Wilder ๐ผ Plant pot: oxeye daisy, common knapweed, bird's-foot trefoil ๐ป Window box: small scabious, bird's-foot trefoil, common toadflax ๐ฟ Plant pot: wild marjoram, yarrow, salad burnet. More recommendations https://t.co/ctCv6fKTeY
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โThe new Planning and Infrastructure Bill will put natureโs recovery at risk Urgent changes are needed to the draft Bill, to ensure that future development is in harmony with nature. Add your support to our open letter ๐ https://t.co/KYVv2GBeEX Thank you ๐
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We hope everyone who came to our Youth Event with @SaveButterflies today found it flutter-ly fascinating! ๐ฆ๐ If you're aged 14 - 25 and want to gain conservation skills and meet like-minded people, come along to one our Youth Events! Find out more at https://t.co/Xu5tTWTs7I
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May Craft Market and Spring Fayre ๐ฎ Visit Grow Wilder this coming Saturday, 17th May, 10am to 6pm, for market stalls, music, crafts, veg plant and wildflower sales, and our outdoor cafรฉ ๐ Grow Wilder, 181 Frenchay Park Road, Bristol, BS16 1EL ๐ https://t.co/TrY54T32Fj
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๐ Job vacancy ๐ Are you a fundraising team leader, experienced across a range of funding sources with a passion for wildlife? Weโre seeking a Head of Fundraising (maternity cover). This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team ๐ https://t.co/5heG7EBQbs
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