The marshlands of north Kent represent a pocket of isolation within a sea of growing urbanisation and economic ‘progress’. The call of the curlew cuts across the wide open landscape, interspersed with areas of scrub and gatherings of sheep. Redundant barges sink into the mud as pleasure cruisers herald a change in culture at theContinueContinue reading “Book Review: ‘On the Marshes’ by Carol Donaldson”
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Ecotourism – is it helping? – Guest Post by John Stuart
The Earth’s demise has been predicted by hundreds of different cultures through the ages. But we don’t know when or how it’ll end. We do know, however, that every day, the Earth’s lifespan is lowered by the people that inhabit it. The changes are happening all around us but none are feeling the strain moreContinueContinue reading “Ecotourism – is it helping? – Guest Post by John Stuart”
Elderflower Cordial
I am delighted to introduce Holly Betts’ first seasonal recipe, part of a brand new monthly series on ThinkingCountry. Elderflowers are still around in many places and I can confirm that it’s completely worthwhile making the most of them while they last in the form of this delicious cordial. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… Welcome to the first post inContinueContinue reading “Elderflower Cordial”
World Environment Day
Today is ‘World Environment Day’, the UN’s way of reminding us that we should be aware of environmental issues and be activists for the natural world, not just passive observers. It has been held on 5th June since 1974 and is now marked in 143 countries across the world. Every year there is a differentContinueContinue reading “World Environment Day”
Teaching Nature Conservation through Apps
There are times when the only way to get your message across is through a channel that’s familiar to your audience. Considering that having a smartphone is the norm in most cities, it’s logical to use this medium to spread awareness about abstract concepts like nature conservation. It might sound ironic, given that man’s techContinueContinue reading “Teaching Nature Conservation through Apps”
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