Shovelling away

I do volunteer work for a conservation charity on Hampstead Heath. I had a session today. Because of my course, I tend to go a couple times a week to sessions. Today we were shovelling quite a load of woodchip to be used as mulch under and around trees and shrubs. This done to help retain moisture for them that might otherwise be taken by bigger trees around. I really do enjoy this type of work, and all the other types I have done since I started volunteering. On last saturday we did pond edge maintainace. Cutting down, or coppicing, smaller trees and bramble to create a grassy bank so there is a bit more variety for the wildlife. It can also make it easier for them to get to the edge for a drink. The other thing that is great about the sessions is we have a tea break halfway through. This is another good chance to chat and eat biscuits!!

Other than that, been a normal day going to the post office, returning a library book and checking things on the net. I hope to keep up letting you know what things I am up to with my volunteering and on my course. :)

Up and running.

Hello everyone. I have decided to create this blog to make it easier for everyone to know updates on me, rather than me try to remember to email everyone. I am also creating a website to chart my career journey, inluding my course and volunteer work. I will also have pictures on it. But, please bear with me. It will take some time to finish it and publish it. I can hardly belived it has been nearly 4 1/2 years since I moved to England. I have absolutely no regrets though. It has been a hell of a learning and growing exprience to be here. All the people I have met and all the places I have seen. These are the things I hope to share. I also hope to be able to share my love of conservation and Hampstead Heath. Just in the past 6 months or so I have done some much and felt all the more satisfied for it. I always love to hear from people, so don't be shy and give me a write!!