Undergrowth Newsletter Archive

Recording the diversity of the flora and fauna is a key activity and this edition summarises work to date

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2011 was an exciting summer for Foxglove and the highlight was our Open Day.

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Read all about the history of the Reserve and our plans for the Open Day on 23rd July

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Highlights a number of the educational opportunities available at Foxglove Covert during the year

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Features the trip made by the ringing team to Stora Fjaderagg in Sweden.

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In this issue: All about the High Level Stewardship Council Scheme and a report from our Chairman from Africa. We also have news of our new Friends Coordinator and the latest events at Foxglove.

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In this issue: A visit from the chairman of Natural England and Life After Work - Retire to Ring. Our report on Merlins in the South Durham Pennines and a request for your help on Bullfinch and Blackbird sightings.

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In this issue: Future plans for Foxglove and a royal visit from HRH Prince Charles. Part 3 from 'The Congo' and a new Management Group Secretary

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In this issue: A special report from our July visit to Cape Wrath and the second installment from 'The Congo'. Learn about the Kakapo and nest boxes with a difference.

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In this issue: Latest update on our Wet Meadows Project and a report from our chairman in the Congo. News of our newly planted moorland hedges and lots of events here on the reserve.

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In this issue: A note from the Chairman of Foxglove and the January Volunteer Day. A report on Storm Petrel Ringing at Cape Wrath (1994 - 2007) and a look back at our enjoyable Christmas dinner.

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In this issue: Staff changes at Foxglove and notes from the ringing room. Latest update on the Wet Meadows Project and Cape Wrath 2008.

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In this issue: Wildflower walk and moth hunting. Our April bird ringing trip to Cyprus and Adopt-a-Box sponsorship.

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In this issue: Foxglove Christmas dinner and our Wet Meadows Project plans. Winter storms and the volunteer visit to Durham Wildlife Trust reserves. Emma runs the marathon for Foxglove.

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In this issue: Marrion Hannaford joins the team and CES Ringing at Foxglove. Warden's review of the quarter and our visit to Saltholme. Memorial service for Gillian.

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In this issue: BAP open day, matters ornithological and "Ratty" come to Foxglove. Thoughts of a new volunteer and the Foxglove website re-vamp.

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In this issue: An article from our man in Namibia and dates for your diary. Welcome to new friends and thank you to our volunteers. Work programme and Adopt-a-Box.

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In this issue: The Highland cattle arrive and Gillian donates a bench. Brambling, Willow Warbler and Chiffchaff records and lots of events at the reserve.

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In this issue: Bird ringing milestone and LNR week. Photographic competition winners and Askham Bryan College students work on the reserve.

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In this issue: Mammal monitor and beekeeping at Foxglove. Extension of the reserve and our new assistant warden. Volunteer Dennis Kaiser joins the team and our 2006 photo competition begins.

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In this issue: A special edition report on the 2006 season check of the 156 nest boxes here at Foxglove.

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In this issue: News from our man in New Zealand. Appointment of our new warden and an update from the Friends group.

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In this issue: Reserve extension and our working weekend. An update on our bird ringing and a look back at the Foxglove party.

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In this issue: Meet the volunteers and birding ringing volunteers needed. Seeking funding for our CLO post and news of our upcoming annual general meeting. Our new education pack and developing a trail guide.

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In this issue: Providing for Bumblebees and and our bat box survey. Ringing course and a Crossbill caught at the reserve. Foxglove clothing for sale.

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In this issue: We have now completed our check of the 151 nest boxes which we have at Foxglove and this special edition of Undergrowth is a report of what we have found.

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In this issue: Bird figures and a new RSPB branch. Foxglove open day and lots of other events. Meet the volunteers.

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In this issue: A great year for bird ringing and report from our man in Mauritius. A look back at our Christmas buffet supper and the January storms. 2005 Open Day and the Annual General Meeting.

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In this issue: New species on the reserve. Meet the volunteers and volunteers day. Coffee morning at Richmond Hall and dates for your diary.

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In this issue: Meet EL10903 a European Turtle Dove. All about Mark Hewitt Community Liaison Officer. Education initiative and beekeeper's day.

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