Monthly Archives: March 2021

Stamps for seventy

Posted on 28/03/2021 by campaignerkate

Government must act in this seventieth anniversary year of the confirmation of the first four national parks in England and Wales. Continue reading →

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A blaze of firecrests

Posted on 23/03/2021 by campaignerkate

On the first day of spring I set off on a walk not expecting to see my first-ever firecrests. Continue reading →

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Ruthless Ruth

Posted on 21/03/2021 by campaignerkate

Ruth Colyer, campaigner for public paths and commons in Dorset, died ten years ago this month. Continue reading →

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Missing the craic

Posted on 16/03/2021 by campaignerkate

This year Ramblers Scottish Council met virtually, but despite the restrictions there were plenty of successes to celebrate. Continue reading →

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Be more conversational!

Posted on 13/03/2021 by campaignerkate

Fifty years ago I made my first speech, to my classmates. It was about national parks. Continue reading →

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Barn owl bounty

Posted on 08/03/2021 by campaignerkate

Barn owl at dusk, a great treat. Continue reading →

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Inequality at Durdle Door

Posted on 03/03/2021 by campaignerkate

The Lulworth Estate’s offensive remarks emphasise the need for equality in the outdoors. Continue reading →

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