Press Release

Press Release Archive: 2006

28 Dec 2006	Welcome in the New Year in the great outdoors The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust is starting 2007 with guided walks and practical work parties on reserves to help you welcome in the New Year.
18 Dec 2006	Conservation Forum Review Last month, those involved with looking after nature reserves met at the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust's annual Conservation Forum.
18 Dec 2006	Developers reminded that wildlife needs good neighbours Survey reveals how UK gardeners support wildlife
30 Nov 2006	Wildlife Trust calls for the creation of a living landscape The Wildlife Trusts have launched a report 'A Living Landscape' calling for urgent Government Action to counter climate change and to restore the UK's battered ecosystems, for wildlife and people.
17 Nov 2006	Improving the Variety of Life in Lincolnshire Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan aims to protect and enhance the biodiversity of the county, the Second Edition of the plan was launched on 10 November 2006.
17 Nov 2006	Local Records Centre launched in Lincolnshire The Lincolnshire Environmental Records Centre was launched on Friday 10 November 2006
18 Oct 2006	Grand opening of the Gibraltar Point Visitor Centre The re-developed Visitor Centre at one of Lincolnshire's top visitor attractions and oldest nature reserves will be officially opened by the Lord Lieutenant of Lincolnshire, Mrs Bridget Cracroft-Eley on Friday 20 October 2006
28 Sep 2006	Autumn Wildlife Events Discover the natural wonders of Autumn on guided walks and forays with the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust
26 Sep 2006	Time to try something a little different The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust is searching for volunteers to help on nature reserves this Autumn and Winter
07 Sep 2006	Open Day at Deeping Lakes An open day is being held at the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trusts Deeping Lakes Nature Reserve on Sunday 17 September
30 Aug 2006	Nation asked ... what makes the ultimate wildlife garden? How good is your garden for wildlife? How effective is a pond if you live in the city? Are your flower borders attracting bumblebees? Is your compost heap good for more than just your plants? What are the ingredients for the ultimate wildlife garden?
24 Aug 2006	Last chance to have your say Only one week remains to have your say in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan consultation
17 Aug 2006	Gibraltar Point Visitor Centre opens its doors A new visitor experience on the Lincolnshire coast has arrived. The re-developed Visitor Centre at Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve is now open.
17 Aug 2006	Good hygiene vital for garden birds The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust has received reports of birds dying in gardens and is calling for people to ensure bird feeders, tables and baths are kept clean.
07 Aug 2006	Summer wildlife events this Sunday The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust is holding two major events for the summer this Sunday (13 August 2006): The Wonders of the Wash at Gibraltar Point and a Garden Fete at Gunby Hall
04 Aug 2006	Join the campaign to protect sea life The Lincolnshire coast is a well known tourist destination but look beyond the thrill seeking rides and amusement arcades and you will find a wilder coast and sea that needs our protection.
27 Jul 2006	Discover the Coversands during Heathland Week Heathland Week (29 July - 6 August) is the perfect opportunity to discover the unique wildlife and landscape of Lincolnshire's heathlands, known as the Coversands
26 Jul 2006	Go wild for wildlife this summer For the summer holidays, the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust has organised family activities full of wildlife fun.
19 Jul 2006	New Gibraltar Point Visitor Centre opening this summer The re-developed Visitor Centre at the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust's Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve is due to open sometime next month.
14 Jul 2006	Future safer for Lincolnshires Local Wildlife Sites with the launch of special selection guidelines The Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan Partnership has today (14 July 2006) published guidelines for identifying and selecting Local Wildlife Sites in the historic county of Lincolnshire. They are available on the partnership's website: www.lincsbap.org
11 Jul 2006	BioBlitz finds 250 species in a garden in Horncastle Last weekend the garden and grounds of the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust's Headquarters, Banovallum House, in Horncastle was the scene of the 24-hour wildlife recording marathon.
10 Jul 2006	Biodiversity Consultation, Your Views are Needed The Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan Partnership has launched a public consultation on the plan which aims to ensure the survival of species and habitats in Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire and North-East Lincolnshire.
04 Jul 2006	Invitation to BioBlitz Banovallum House This weekend, join wildlife experts in a race against time to see how many species they can count in a 24-hour biological survey of the grounds of Banovallum House in Horncastle.
09 Jun 2006	Prison scoops top environmental award Last night (Thursday 8 June) HMP Morton Hall were awarded the Lincolnshire Environmental Award 2006 for their varied greening initiatives including a new concept in composting.
08 Jun 2006	Celebrating Oceans Thursday 8 June is World Oceans Day and the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust is joining people in dozens of countries in celebration of our world's ocean.
05 Jun 2006	Green Award finalists announced Individuals, groups, businesses and schools from Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire have entered the Lincolnshire Environmental Awards 2006. The finalists will make presentations to the panel of judges on Thursday 8 June at the Bentley Hotel in Lincoln.
25 May 2006	Wildlife Watch in the Woods Wildlife Watch, the junior club of the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust, has a new local group launching during Wildlife Week.
19 May 2006	See wildlife wonders during the wildlife week in Lincolnshire Saturday 27 May until Sunday 4 June is Lincolnshire's Wildlife Week and events are being held to help you discover and celebrate the wildlife of the county
08 May 2006	Take a walk in the wild woods If you go down to the woods this Sunday you may be in for a surprise!
21 Apr 2006	Green Awards deadline draws near Individuals, groups and businesses from around the county have already entered the Lincolnshire Environmental Awards but it is not too late to get your entry in.  The deadline is 30 April 2006.
21 Apr 2006	Bluebell Woodland Open Days Ancient woodlands are wonderful places at any time of year but in spring they are transformed into rich-scented glades of bluebells.
13 Apr 2006	Allinson Print and Supplies help the Trust make a difference Louth based, Allinson Print and Supplies have just launched their brand new 'Make a Difference' catalogue of everyday office products that don't hurt the planet - from recycled paper to environmentally friendly printers.
05 Apr 2006	Discover wildlife this Easter Families are invited to join the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust this Easter holiday for some fun wildlife activities.
03 Apr 2006	Environment Award brings benefits Winning the Lincolnshire Environmental Award isn't just a boost for those involved, it can bring much wider benefits.
03 Apr 2006	Wildlife Training Workshops The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust is working to continue Britain's rich tradition of amateur naturalists by providing a full programme of Wildlife Training Workshops.
31 Mar 2006	It is not too late to... Rock around Lincolnshire Discover the origins of Lincolnshire's rocks on a training course on Saturday 15 April at Whisby Nature Park.
20 Mar 2006	Threatened flowers on the verge The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust is urging road users to consider the flowers that grow on our verges.
13 Mar 2006	Inspiring learning on the south bank Embargoed until 0:01hrs on Monday 13 March. Photo and Interview Opportunity: 1pm, Monday 13 March at Far Ings
22 Feb 2006	Gibraltar Point Visitor Centre Progress Report Work on the re-development of the Visitor Centre at Gibraltar Point is in full swing and the search is on for volunteers to help when the centre is opened in the summer.
20 Feb 2006	Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust says culling badgers is not the answer The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust fears that the Government may defy its own scientists and order a mass extermination of badgers.
17 Feb 2006	Awards for environmental champions are open for entries Entries are being invited for the county's prestigious environmental award scheme
13 Feb 2006	Help your garden birds this spring The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust is urging people to help garden birds by providing a nest box.
08 Feb 2006	Get active for the wildlife of Lincolnshire Could you spare a few hours to help pyramidal orchids, woodlarks and ringlet butterflies?
02 Feb 2006	Bigger focus for our wetlands on World Wetlands Day 2nd February 2006 marks World Wetlands Day, and sees the launch of the first stage of an ambitious project to create a Wetland Vision for England, which The Wildlife Trusts are joining as a key partner.
30 Jan 2006	New Education Officer at Whisby Nature Park Adrian Royston has joined the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust as Whisby Education Officer.
24 Jan 2006	Far Ings National Nature Reserve expands with the purchase of Target Lake The Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust's premier nature reserve on the Humber Bank, Far Ings National Nature Reserve, has increased by 8 acres with the purchase of Target Lake.
20 Jan 2006	Sponsors for countys prestigious green award are announced The organisers of the Lincolnshire Environmental Award and Lincolnshire Young Environmentalist Award have announced who will be sponsoring this year's award.
18 Jan 2006	Major scheme to restore Lincolnshires lost Fenlands The East Anglian Fens are a unique and special area but their wildlife-rich habitats have all but disappeared. Now the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust is asking local people to have their say on a major scheme to restore fenland habitats in south Lincolnshire.
06 Jan 2006	Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust announces a facelift for the Gibraltar Point Visitor Centre This month, work will begin on an exciting project to re-develop the Visitor Centre at Gibraltar Point National Nature Reserve into a leading visitor attraction and learning environment.