TRIP TO KNEPP
It’s that time again. A few years back we were the only group present within a few hours of seeing the first White Storks to fledge in 600 years from the UK. Each Year since, we were within a day or so of fledging. Should be several nests.

Also we will be looking for Purple Emperor Butterflies, the most sought-after British butterfly. 2 years back, one landed at our feet for 20 minutes ( do not expect that again), last year we enjoyed a good view again. Knepp has more than any other location, although there are good years and bad for this butterfly. We also often see the famous Tamworth piggies, where Knepp first taught the world that pigs can swim underwater and hold their breath for 2 minutes! This had been unknown.

They are conducting reintroduction programmes, with White Storks and Beavers, but there are now plenty of genuine wild Stork nests. Isabella Tree has written 'Wilding', the book I most recommend to all naturalists from beginners to experts, as she has done it all, it is not theory, on this massive 3,000 acre estate. It is the only place in the UK that sees increases in Turtle Doves, Nightingales, and other songbirds.

You will see how England really looked before farming about 10,000 years ago. Not classically beautiful, not totally covered by trees, but rather thorny shrubs, the bedrock for our wildlife, Knepp has changed all perceptions.. Knepp is the most famous rewilding programme, goes from strength to strength, although there are projections for a massive housing development nearby, evoking controversy.

I have been asked to take a few enthusiasts who wish to come along from another Society. If not, will increase the attendance number.
There is now a new shop selling, obviously, totally organic free-range products.

We will do it all free apart from a cake. For those who wish to car share, we will try and arrange this. If weather is okay, will have a picnic, so bring refreshments, such as more cakes to share.

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