Appeal to get volunteers back into the New Forest and to raise funds
Not only is it hoped to raise much needed funds to preserve the New Forest, but more volunteers are needed to sign up.
Not only is it hoped to raise much needed funds to preserve the New Forest, but more volunteers are needed to sign up.
With lockdown being eased the New Forest National Park Authority is keen to recruit additional ambassadors to help care for the forest.
In the past year camping has proved increasingly popular and consequently there is a need for planning guidance to protect forest habitats.
With the New Forest expecting an increase in visitors this year, a number of organisations have joined together to call on people to ‘care for the Forest, care for each other’.
People to represent a number of topics are invited to apply to become a member of the New Forest Access Forum.
Grants of up to £150 are available to community groups who work towards wildlife preservation and protecting the environment.
Known as round barrows, they were covered with thick vegetation which took experts and volunteers five days to uncover.
The New Forest Higher Level Stewardship scheme, which will have brought £22 million to the New Forest is to be extended.
This virtual event in February will enable you to go behind the scenes to learn about nature and climate emergencies.
The past year has seen an increase in dog ownership and consequently more professional dog walkers are being employed.