Do you know of a Devon based group or individual who deserve recognition for their community action for nature? 🌼🌳🦋
Wild About Devon Awards 🏆 are now open for nominations!
We are looking for projects, schemes or initiatives that in 2024 have…
• Taken steps to improve the wildlife value of an area, and;
• Engaged their community
There are 3 award categories;
1. Wildlife Community Group of the Year
2. Wildlife Parish & Town Council of the Year
3. Outstanding Individual Award
Closing date for nominations is Friday 28th February 2025!
Find and more and how to nominate at: vonlnp.org.uk/get-involved/wild-about-devon/wild-about-devon-awards/
#WildAboutDevonAwards #CommunitiyActionForNature
The Devon Local Nature Recovery Strategy is NOW LIVE!
Devon’s nature is amazing. We can’t live without it. Nature gives us food, cleans our water and brings us joy. But nature is in crisis. We need to act now!
The LNRS is a single vision for nature across Devon setting out actions everyone can take to help nature recover.
How you can help:
✅ Explore the strategy
✅ Help nature by supporting the LNRS
✅ Add what you’re doing to the delivery map
🔗 Link to the website: .uk
#Devon #DevonLocalNatureRecoveryStrategy #LNRS #DevonLNRS #NatureRecovery
🌿 No need to wait for Spring to spot amazing nature… crocuses, snowdrops and winter aconite are emerging from winter’s quiet. February is a great time to notice birds in churchyards too, as they forage among the bare branches of trees and shrubs. What have you spotted recently?🐦 #Devon #DevonNature #Spring #February
🌿 Using Local Nature Recovery Strategies (LNRSs) to guide smarter, more sustainable on‑farm decisions.
LNRSs bring together ecological evidence, land‑use data and local knowledge to highlight where nature recovery is most needed - and where it’s most likely to succeed.
Read more here: /2026/01/26/using-local-nature-recovery-strategies-to-guide-on-farm-decisions/ #DevonLNRS #LocalNatureRecoveryStrategy #Nature #Devon
🎄 Make a Christmas wreath - for the birds! 🐦 Wildlife Watch’s festive DIY guide shows you how to craft a beautiful, edible wreath to help garden birds through the winter. Packed with seeds, fruit & lard, it’s a fun way to give back to nature this season.
🛠️ Easy to make with kids 🌿 Natural materials & bird-safe treats
Explore more of the activities available here: .uk/activities
#WildlifeWatch #BirdFeederWreath #WinterWildlife #NatureCrafts #EcoChristmas #WildlifeFriendlyDecorations #FamilyActivity @devonwildlifetrust
🚶♂️ Coastal walk from Dartmouth to Blackpool Sands 🌊 Take in sea views, secret coves & woodland paths on this stunning 10-mile walk through South Devon. Perfect for a crisp autumn day with a beach café reward at the end!
📍 Start: Dartmouth town centre 🥾 Highlights: Compass Cove, Stoke Fleming, Blackpool Sands 🚌 Bus stop at the beach if you fancy a one-way stroll
/blog/dartmouth-to-blackpool-sands-walk #SouthDevonWalks #DartmouthToBlackpoolSands #CoastalPath #GetOutside #NatureEscape #CompassCove #StartBay #WalkingUK #DevonDaysOut @active_devon
Winter waders await at the Lower Otter Restoration Project! 🐦 Grab your binoculars and head to the estuary to spot seasonal visitors like redshank, curlew, and dunlin. For a beginner-friendly intro, check out the Winter Waders webinar hosted by local bird enthusiast Grant Sherman: /watch?v=STEhmXtodgA
📍 Lower Otter Estuary, East Devon 🔍 Look for waders feeding in the mudflats and saltmarsh 🎓 Learn to ID key species with the webinar
#LowerOtterRestoration #WinterWaders #BirdWatchingUK #DevonWildlife #EstuaryBirds #Curlew #Redshank #NatureRecovery #WildlifeSpotting #EastDevonNature @active_devon
🍄 Wander into the wild at Yarner Wood 🌿 Explore Dartmoor’s woods, where ferns, mosses, lichens & fungi flourish beneath the trees. A magical spot for nature lovers, photographers & curious minds - especially in autumn! Want to find out more about lichens, bryophytes & ferns? Watch Plantlife's webinar: /watch?v=If8DMdVT5tU
#YarnerWood #DartmoorMagic #RainforestRecovery #WildDevon #FungiSeason #ForestBathing #NatureWalks #MossAndLichen #WoodlandWonders @active_devon
🌿 Tamar Talks: Devon’s Hedgerow Champion 🌿
Join us on Wed 12 Nov, 7–8:30pm at the Tamar Valley Centre for an inspiring free talk with Rob Wolton, founding member of the Devon Hedge Group. Discover the cultural, ecological & historical importance of hedgerows - and why they matter more than ever.
📍 Tamar Valley Centre, Cemetery Rd, Drakewalls PL18 9FE
🪑 Free entry, book your free ticket here: /e/talk-by-rob-wolton-devons-hedgerow-champion-tickets-1714065860129?aff=oddtdtcreator
🎤 Part of the Tamar Talks series, supported by @heritagefunduk
#TamarTalks #DevonHedges #RobWolton #HedgerowHero #NatureTalks #TamarValley #DevonWildlife #HedgeConservation #CommunityEvents #NatureMatters @tamarvalleynl
🚴♀️ Discover Devon on two wheels! 🌿 Ride the legendary Tarka Trail - 180 miles of stunning coast, countryside & wildlife, inspired by Tarka the Otter. With bike hire available, it’s perfect for a scenic day out or a multi-day adventure.
📍 Traffic-free paths between Braunton & Meeth 🦦 Spot otters, herons & estuary views ☕ Cafés, picnic stops & heritage gems along the way.
Plan your ride at tarkatrail.org.uk #TarkaTrail #DevonAdventures #CycleUK #OtterCountry #NatureEscape #BikeHireDevon #ExploreMore @active_devon
🌿 LAST CHANCE TO HAVE YOUR SAY! 🌿
The Devon Local Nature Recovery Strategy (LNRS) public consultation closes TOMORROW! 🕒 If you haven’t shared your thoughts yet, now is the time to speak up and help shape the future of nature in Devon.
✅ Every response counts ✅ Your voice matters ✅ Let’s make nature recovery a community effort
👉 Fill out the public consultation questionnaire at .uk
#DevonLNRS #NatureRecovery #LocalNatureRecoveryStrategy
