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Year of unpredictable weather takes its toll on Merseyside wildlife

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

MERSEYSIDE wildlife has had to cope with a year of unusual weather which saw “two springs and no summer” but many species have fared well, the National Trust has said.

Recycle your Christmas tree

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

THE festive season is over so now is the time to recycle your tree and cards after you take them down on Twelfth Night.

Great green activities for the new year

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

JOIN the Young Park Rangers in Bedford Park, Birkdale, on Saturday, January 7. Head down to join in a variety of activities and games organised by the park rangers. Suitable for children over seven, it runs from 11am-1pm in Bedford Park. To book, call 0151 934 2932.

Green and gorgeous

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

TOP tips for what to do in the organic garden this week:

Great green tips to make the most of resources this new year

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

CHRISTMAS may be over for another year, but there’s still a mountain of waste to deal with.

Wirral allotment keepers honoured

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Cut waste and enjoy a tasty and eco-friendly Christmas

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

FOOD shoppers will be urged to shop smart and waste less this Christmas and New Year as a Merseyside-wide campaign gets under way this week.

Public forests move a step closer to being saved

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

THE Independent Forestry Panel, chaired by The Right Reverend James Jones Bishop of Liverpool, has recognised that there should be a “continuing role” for the nation’s woodlands – a view welcomed by Merseyside conservationists.

Donate your wellies this Christmas

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

THE Welly Road Gets the Boot In project is looking for your old boots to recycle into eco-friendly planters.

Duck and dive at Wirral’s newest nature reserve

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

JOIN the ducks and go quackers at RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands, near Neston, as the RSPB’s newest nature reserve gets ready for Christmas and lays on a feast of festive family activities.

Merseytravel wins national eco sustainability awards

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

BARRELS of old chip fat have helped Merseytravel scoop a top Public Sector Sustainability 2011 Award.

Liverpool Oxfam campaigners met with Shadow Minister for Climate Change

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

LIVERPOOL Oxfam campaigners met with MP Luciana Berger, Shadow Minister for Climate Change, to demand action on environmental issues.

Fears for Merseyside wildlife as conservation rules at risk

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

MERSEYSIDE wildlife charities have reacted angrily to government proposals to weaken some of the UK and Europe’s highest-level wildlife protection laws.

Pupils launch trees scheme in Merseyside

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A FOUR-YEAR tree planting drive to create a greener, healthier Merseyside was launched by youngsters in Knowsley.

Seasonal stroll around Merseyside’s wildlife havens

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

TAKE a journey back in time and join the RSPB and North Meols Civic Society on Sunday, December 4, on a guided walk to discover the coastal heritage of RSPB Marshside nature reserve, near Southport.

Enjoy Manchester Ship Canal Cruise

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

TREAT someone special to a Manchester Ship Canal Cruise gift voucher this Christmas, and receive a free voucher for admission to U-boat Story.

Berry good news for Merseyside’s wild birds

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

WILD birds will get a helping hand from Mother Nature in the months ahead, after a bumper crop of berries in our countryside.

It’s Our World: Maghull nursery praised for growing veg

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A MERSEYSIDE nursery was highlighted as a pioneer by the national organisation for “growing your own” fruit and vegetables.

It’s Our World: Christmas tree harvest in Wirral

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A MERSEYSIDE farm is preparing for the first cut of the season at its organic Christmas tree forest.

It’s Our World: Wildlife groups fear reduction in marine conservation zones

Liverpool Daily Post — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

THE Government is failing to deliver on its wildlife and landscape promises, leading environmental groups in Merseyside claimed last night.