Woodland BATS, the local environmental group that has featured on this blog in the past has produced its first newsletter. It is a very well produced document which rather puts to shame my own efforts for Gainsborough’s House where colour pics remain an aspiration rather than a reality.
It is possible to support this excellent group, which promises to make a real difference to the environment around Sudbury, by becoming a member. Membership will entitle you to receive news of all group activities which include occasional excursions and talks in addition to regular (optional!) working parties. To explain the Group's aims I think I can do no better than to reproduce the ‘who are we? section of their recent newsletter. Membership costs £12 per annum, and if you would like further details please contact Debbie Thomas, the Membership Secretary on 01284 827470 or e mail Debbie-su90me@notschool.net.
‘Woodland - B.A.T.S. is a new, non-profit making environmental group founded in June 2006 by local tree wardens, environmentalists and others interested in conservation work. Its members are drawn both from Sudbury and all the villages immediately surrounding it. Our aims are 1. To create new woodlands of native trees and other new habitats for wildlife for future generations to enjoy. 2. To increase and protect biodiversity. 3. To involve the community in owning and managing these areas. 4. To undertake a schools programme so that young people can learn at an early age the importance of planting and growing trees and the value of species biodiversity. 5. And to link as many of these new areas together through footpaths and rights of way both to encourage public appreciation and the rapid spread of diverse species. Membership is open to everyone of any age who would like to make a positive contribution to the world by making it a better and greener place.’
