Provided by Swanland Village Association
The Swanland Village Wildlife campaign aims to Reclaim Our Wildlife by re-establishing our relationship with its flora and fauna. Our environment is seriously endangered by the twin problems of village over-development leading to loss of habitat and the effects of global warming

The media and Wildlife and Environmental charities are telling us how urgent things have become and what simple steps we can ALL take to protect our wildlife and how to create new habitats. The Wildlife and Conservation charities shown at the bottom of this page have lots of up to date information on simple, relatively cheap ways of attracting wildlife into your garden.

They sell easy to understand, cheap readable books for all ages, laminated cards with pictures and basic information, posters, leaflets and gifts as well as lots of practical materials.

There are hints on gardening with wildlife, simple ways of protecting wildlife and clubs for young people to join.

For further information, to report Wildlife News, or to help or join the S.W.G, please contact Carol 632 178

See also Swanland Pond Page

News Update Jan 2010
The SWG would like to wish all the readers of this webpage a VERY HAPPY, HEALTHY AND PEACEFUL NEW YEAR. PLEASE continue to help and support ALL Wildlife wherever YOU find it!

Events:
Weds 20th SOCIAL AFTERNOON FOR RETIRED SWG MEMBERS
Fri 22nd ‘ Nature Through The Seasons’ Part 1: An introduction and film with Carol.
During 2010 we will be showing how nature and wildlife progress through each
Season from lands End to John O’ Groats. With stunning photography each
episode shows in amazing detail the magnificence of the changes the changes.
Venue:39 Dale Road. Time: 2pm sharp. Admission: Free. Light Refreshments
To book a place contact Carol.


Sat 30th SWG & RSPB BIG GARDEN BIRD WATCH


Sun 31st Once again we are asking YOU to support these 2 Surveys to help us
Identify find out which species rank in Swanlands Top 20 Garden Bird List
(whilst helping the RSPB do the same). Help can then be targeted for species
that need it. This is fun for old and young alike. Complete the SWG Survey
and your name will be automatically entered into a Prize Draw.
For more information contact Carol on 632178.Survey Forms available
from various village outlets and the Library. PLEASE return SWG Forms to
Carol and RSPB Forms directly to them when completed. THANK YOU!

Sat 30th OFFICIAL DEDICATION OF THE POND INFORMATION LECTERN AND
NEW SEAT by Diana Wallis MEP and Village resident at 2pm and also an
EXHIBITION OF HISTORICAL POND & PROJECT WORK PHOTOS in
Christ Church Schoolroom from 1.00-3.30 pm. Members and Villagers are warmly invited to this event to celebrate the successful conclusion of this worthwhile Project to our community pond! Also attending will be David Renwick (Bio-Diversity Officer ERYC).

Wildlife News:
SOS HELP OUR WILDLIFE THROUGH THIS HARD WINTER!
If you are already feeding your wildlife PLEASE continue to do so even if the
weather is milder as they need to replenish their reserves. The SWG has a
useful leaflet entitled ‘Seasonal Wildlife Help and Advice; Autumn & Winter’
(10p per copy) available from Carol.Please also continue to feed the Wildlfowl
at the pond daily. THANK YOU!

February

Events:
6th ARTERY (Screen) Presents
‘ Dog Days and Lion Nights’ a power point presentation with Ben Osbourne
(Photographer with the BBC Natural History Unit)
Ben makes a welcome return. This time he takes a look at the magnificent
wildlife of northern Botswana and the landscapes of the Okavango Delta.
There will be time for your questions also.
Tickets; SVA Members £6.50 each, others £7.50, Family £20
Contact Yvonne Dumsday 634863

14th-21st NATIONAL BIRD BOX NESTING WEEK
Sat 14th: Members only event. We will be putting up a variety of bird boxes (along with
other wildlife homes) in the Beech copse on Westerdale. This is an event for all
ages to learn and enjoy! For more information or to join in contact Carol.

Weds 17th + SOCIAL AFTERNOON FOR RETIRED MEMBERS
Fri 20th ‘ The Rabbits of Skomer Island’ (Wales) and ‘The Stoats of Keddlestone Hall’
(Derbyshire). Two short films and a Talk with Carol
These fascinating films reveal some of the secrets of two of our most
populous mammals. If you want to know more the why not come along!
Venue 39 Dale Road, Swanland. 2pm. Admission free.
Light refreshments. RSVP to Carol by Feb. 17th PLEASE

Sun 28th: SWG ANNUAL QUIZ NIGHT WITH A FISH & CHIP SUPPER
This popular event washed down with Fish & Chips from an award winning local
shop. This years proceeds will be donated to the Pond partnership to mhelp with
the second phase of the Pond Reclamation Project. Why not form a Team. Don’t
worry if you are on your own we can accommodate you!
Tickets: Adults £7.50 (incl Fish & Chips) Child (accompanied only) £3.50
Contact: Carol 632178, Yvonne 634863,Jan 634583 & Marion 632652
Please bring your own drinks and glasses.

Endangered Species in Swanland
Starling
Hedgehog
Orange Tail Bee
Song Thrush
Wood Mouse
Honey Bee
Ladybird
Peacock Butterfly
Wildlife Links


Bat Conservation Trust


Mammal Society

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