Tuesday, 22nd October 2024. 10.30 am - 12.30 pm.
Tackling Invasive Species in the Wild Gardens, Roath Park
Working with Gareth Stamp, the Park Ranger for Roath Park, we have made a major impact on the spread of Himalayan Balsam and Cherry Laurel in the Wild Gardens. Over time this should increase the range of plants growing there and enhance biodiversity in the wood. The next stage of our work is to remove more of the Cherry Laurel and the bamboo. We are therefore holding three working parties, 24th September, 22nd October and the 5th November. This is a real opportunity to make a difference for nature, the more people who can join us the greater success we will have. The sessions will run from 1030 to 12pm. Meet at the bridge on Wild Gardens Rd. Stout footwear and ‘ gardening clothes’ are advised.
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Saturday, 2nd November 2024. 10.30 am - 12.30 pm.
Fungal Foray in Cathays Cemetery
We will on the lookout for fungi on a walk led by Gareth Stamp, the ranger in charge of nearby Roath Park. The cemetery is a good spot for waxcaps and other grassland fungi, but bring binoculars for a spot of bird-watching as well! Meet in the cemetery car park on Fairoak Rd, Cathays at 10.30am.
Together with the Friends of Cathays Cemetery we will spend the morning looking for waxcap fungi at Cathays Cemetery. These fungi, which are found in unimproved grassland, are often brightly coloured and are sometime referred to as the orchids of the fungi world. We will joined by Gareth Stamp, the Park Ranger for Roath Park who has a particular interest in waxcaps. No previous experience is required but of course anyone with knowledge of fungi will be very welcome.
Meet in the car park at the Fairoak Rd entrance of the Cemetery at 1030.
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Tuesday, 5th November 2024. 10.30 am - 12.30 pm.
Tackling Invasive Species in the Wild Gardens, Roath Park
Working with Gareth Stamp, the Park Ranger for Roath Park, we have made a major impact on the spread of Himalayan Balsam and Cherry Laurel in the Wild Gardens. Over time this should increase the range of plants growing there and enhance biodiversity in the wood. The next stage of our work is to remove more of the Cherry Laurel and the bamboo. We are therefore holding three working parties, 24th September, 22nd October and the 5th November. This is a real opportunity to make a difference for nature, the more people who can join us the greater success we will have. The sessions will run from 1030 to 12pm. Meet at the bridge on Wild Gardens Rd. Stout footwear and ‘ gardening clothes’ are advised.
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Tuesday, 12th November 2024. 7.30 pm - 9 pm. (Online)
Nature Recovery in Wales, Opportunities, Challenges and Choices.
Always an engaging and thought-provoking speaker, Rachel Sharp, the Director of Wildlife Trust Wales, will share her extensive understanding of the thinking of key actors and organisations across Wales, regarding nature recovery. There will plenty of opportunity to explore how the Wildlife Trust movement in Wales is contributing to this. It will be an opportunity for you not only to ask questions but also to share your thoughts about we can work together to restore nature in Wales.
You need to register in advance to attend this online meeting at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvceyoqT4pGtwQ5GxwCHdgVsb8_jLYDyLf