WALES Nature Week (5th July to 13th July) celebrates the diverse flora and fauna of Wales, including everyday species and unique wildlife.
This annual event, established in 2002 and coordinated by the Wales Biodiversity Partnership, will see a host of people and organisations come together to appreciate nature through various activities and events.
You can take part as an individual, a community group, family or school. Check out the Wales Nature Week events page (www.biodiversitywales.org.uk/) for an event you might like. To book, contact the event organiser. If no booking is required, just attend on the day. There are guided nature walks, bird watching sessions, and even workshops on how to create a wildlife-friendly garden.
You don’t need to attend an event to celebrate Wales Nature Week though if you do you will meet like-minded people who share a passion for nature. The main aim is to get people to take the opportunity to explore and appreciate the natural surroundings in your vicinity, as it may foster a lasting connection with nature. You can explore local parks or gardens, share your cool finds on social media with #WalesNatureWeek. Ultimately, the choice is yours.
Schools are also getting involved, so children can learn more about nature. The week provides an excellent opportunity for students and staff to engage with the natural environment. Activities can be conducted within the classroom or on school grounds. If your school has designated nature areas, you can organize educational activities centred around these natural spaces. The organisers have a range of resources for schools and individuals providing top tips.
Locally, the Vale Nature Partnership, in collaboration with the ‘Restore the Thaw’ landscape project and the Vale Council, will be holding the Vale’s second Nature Festival at Cosmeston on Saturday, 19th July.
Wales Nature Week is a fantastic way to celebrate Wales’s wildlife with activities such as nature walks, bird watching, and garden workshops. It’s a time where all of us can celebrate our amazing nature and enjoy and appreciate the wealth of flora and fauna that surrounds us. This week, we can all gain a deeper connection with our environment which offers so many benefits, from personal wellbeing to a broader appreciation of the world around us.
When we truly connect with nature, we become more mindful of its fragility and may feel more inclined to protect it.
By Brian Mayne
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