The sun burnt away the mist to leave a bright morning with sunny intervals, perfect for a bit of woodland work.
A large oak branch was safely brought down to let in more light, this is the halfway stage as it fell down.
The nest boxes, made by adults and children at a woodland group event in February 2013, were checked for use (only one used) and signs of damage. Just this one requiring repair. They will be left for another year and then their type and position reviewed.
A new tree creeper box was put up. It is visible from the main ride in the top right hand corner of the wood. The wire on the outside is to protect it from woodpecker damage while still allowing the tree creepers to hang on.This too will be monitored.
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| New rustic fence to encourage people to stick to the path! |
While I was up the ladder checking bird boxes, I took the opportunity to take a few photos from a different angle.
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| Jew's ear fungus on hotel beetlejuice (logpile) |
Also known as Auricularia auricula-judae, wood ear and jelly ear and other names.
The snowdrops are up and flowering, including the ones planted last year. Lots more to come!
