Time with the red squirrels of Eden Valley, Cumbria
When I lived in the Eden valley, Cumbria it was always a joy to see the red squirrels in abundance….
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A Lavender Field Escape – A Good Summer Vibe
It was the end of summer and I found myself gazing at a lavender farm in the South East of…
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The Wolf: A Brief Encounter, Vancouver Island
A regular daybreak walk turned into a full on wildlife encounter. Then later it turned into a lesson in conservation…
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Encountering Grizzly Bears in Knight Inlet: A Wildlife Lover’s Ultimate Adventure
I was ready to immerse myself in the wild beauty of Knight Inlet, Vancouver, Canada. Where an encounter with grizzly…
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The Dainty Damselfly
In late spring and early summer I look forward to visiting the lakes and ponds in my local forest. If…
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Sunshine and Sunflowers , The Colour and Wonder
The sight of sunflowers catching rainbow sunbeams through their petals is wonderfully uplifting. They seem to radiate light and colour…
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The Bank Vole at The Bottom of The Garden
The garden is often visited by many a creature. Living in the countryside it is visited even more so by…
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Wiltshire – A Tour of The Wadworth Brewery
Whilst staying in the Green Dragon of the last post I got to taste some great beers that I had…
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The Ankerwycke Yew – One of Britain’s Oldest Trees
Today, I want to take you on a journey back in time to a place steeped in history and mystery….
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The Enduring Allure of Lilacs: A Journey Through Scent, History, and the Garden
There are certain scents that act as keys, unlocking doors to rooms in our memory we’d long forgotten. For me,…
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The Dragonfly – The Lean, Mean, Flight Machine
The dragonfly is one of the oldest of the insect species, they are some of the first winged insects to…
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A Guide to Wildlife in Makasutu Forest, Gambia (Birds & Baboons)
The Gambia is a paradise for bird watchers, with around 540 bird species officially logged. While it may not have…
