Explore the Wild: Cyanotypes
Follow-Up Sessions
- Saturday 22nd August
- Saturday 19th September
Explore the upgraded cyanotype cameras and help create the communal artwork.
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Celebrate the incredible achievements of our volunteers and staff over the past month.
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Community Consultation
Next Steps for Andover Trees United
Thank you to everyone who attended the consultation in Enham on July 11th. And to those who couldn't be there, thank you for your contributions.
Read the report of the day - photographs courtesy of Paul Bevan.
Thank you also to those who have offered to form working groups to develop the day's plans The process will take several months to complete. If you would like to take part please contact Wendy.
wendy.davis@andovertrees.org.uk
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VOLUNTEER CONSERVATION DAYS
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This month has been 'hay heavy' as we traded in our trowels
for scythes. Alongside this our usual management work continued with new volunteers joining the team!
Read the Digging It blog to find out more of what went on in July!
Want to join the Conservation Crew? Please contact Abbey:
abbey.sadler@andovertrees.org.uk
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BETWEEN THE BARROWS: IN SEARCH OF THE DITCH
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This year's Between the Barrows project was amazing. Lead by archaeologists Chris, Dom and Alex, the dig concluded this month with more community dig sessions, school sessions and behind the scenes work. We uncovered joy in the form of a large pottery shard, a knapping table and many a flint tool.
Over the three weeks we learnt a lot and taught a lot and, despite the heat, cannot wait to get stuck in again next year!
Read more about what we did and dug here.
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TRAINING IN WOODLAND MANAGEMENT
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As the month closes out, our volunteers have attended a woodland management training programme. This insightful day got us all thinking about the future of our Diamond Wood, the practicalities and needs we have to consider to give the wood the future it deserves.
We are grateful to Jon Rau, Wessex Woodland, for organising such an informative day and to Trinley Estate for hosting the afternoon's visit.
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Our wildflower project is going well. As the term ends for Summer, the students at Portway and Clatford schools and the residents of Willow Court have potted up the last wildflowers of this year's batch. Now we wait for October, when the temperatures will have eased enough for them to start their lives in the wood!
Find out more about the on going project here.
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A local cubs group joined us once again this month, this time for a bug hunt. James Blyth and Kanchi Mehta helped the kids find, ID and gently handle the little critters that call the wood home.
It was an evening well spent, with a special visit from an Azure Dragonfly who usually inhabits our pond.
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LOCAL SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT IN THE WOOD
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This July, the Diamond Wood welcomed two enthusiastic groups of young explorers, from Knight Enham Junior and St. Michael's Preschool, for hands-on wildlife adventures, giving children the opportunity to discover the incredible biodiversity right on their doorstep.
Find out more here.
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HARROW WAY WORK EXPERIENCE:
JACK & CHASE
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It was an absolute pleasure to have these two hardworking young people as part of our team. Working alongside our Community Officer Abbey and Ecology Intern Kanchi, they threw themselves into every task with enthusiasm, determination and a fantastic attitude.
Find out more here.
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MAGNIFICENT MEADOWS: HAYMAKING WEEK
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A major accomplishment this month has been the amazing effort put in by our volunteers during five days of scything and traditional haymaking course. We are extremely grateful to CPRE Hampshire and course leader Rachel Remnant for including us in their Magnificent Meadows project.
Thank you to That's TV for the excellent video. Watch it here.
Having produced many bales of quality hay with the help of our handy box baler - thank you Brian and Pete for building it for us -the week ended with a feeling of triumph. The hay has been delivered to local livestock owners, who tell us that it is going down well!
Find out more here.
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EXPLORE THE WILD: CYANOTYPES
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Our Explore the Wild cyanotypes event was everything we hoped it would be, and more. With incredible turnout we set off into the woods to investigate what the trees see. the results where beautiful cyanotypes! More sessions will be held soon, so please keep an eye out for them on our socials.
Find out more...
Read a report of the day and a video of June's successful Wildflower Walk..
Meet Bug Girl!
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Volunteers are the heart of Andover Trees United. Every tree planted, wildflower meadow created, school session delivered, and community event supported happens because local people give their time and energy to help.
As our projects continue to grow, we urgently need more volunteers. To be completely honest, we cannot continue to offer all the activities, events and community programmes we currently deliver without additional support. Whether you can spare an hour, a morning, or help regularly, every contribution makes a real difference.
No previous experience is needed for any role – just enthusiasm, reliability, and a willingness to get involved. We are a friendly and welcoming team, and new volunteers are always supported.
Find opportunities information here.
If you've been thinking about getting involved, now is the perfect time. By volunteering with Andover Trees United, you'll meet new people, learn new skills, spend time outdoors, and help us continue making a positive difference across our community.
To find out more or sign up for any of these opportunities, please get in touch with Abbey abbey.sadler@andovertrees.org.uk – we'd love to welcome you to the team.
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