Little Hands, Big Adventures:

The week kicked off with the Forest School program, where children became explorers in the Community Woodland. Building dens, crafting with clay, learning how to use tools safely to cut different types of wood, and mastering eco-painting were just some ways they connected with nature and unleashed their imaginations.

Night-time Wonders Revealed:

As dusk settled, the nocturnal nature walk unfolded a fascinating world. We explained the use of moth trap, the diversity and importance of moths before heading out to Longis Road, walking towards Nunnery car park to detect bats' activities with bat detectors. On the walk looking for hedgehogs, we used a thermal imaging camera. The thermal imaging camera captured a glimpse of four hedgehogs, including two on Longis Common and a pair enjoying a romantic encounter on the golf course! At the end of the walk, our guests observed some moths attracted to the trap we set up earlier.

Seaweed Sensations:

The seashore foraging session was a crowd-pleaser! Led by Marine Biologist Alex and Team Wilder Officer Abbie, participants learned about sustainable seaweed and limpet harvesting. The session culminated in a delightful seaweed pancake and limpet tasting, showcasing Alex's impressive pancake-flipping skills.

Busy Saturday with Moths and More:

"Moth Mayhem" at the Memorial Gardens drew a diverse crowd, including French visitors enjoying the Island's Cultural Exchange. Visitors have up-close encounters with mesmerizing moths.

In the same morning, the Trust hosted an informative talk on the Bailiwick Eelgrass Exploration Project. Strong winds necessitated rescheduling the planned snorkel trip.

Pollinators in Action: A Sweet Finale

The week culminated with a beautiful reminder of nature's interconnectedness: a "Pollinators in Action" walk and talk led by our ecologists. Observing busy bees buzzing around colorful blooms was a feast for both the eyes and the mind.

We strolled through town, admiring the vibrant displays of Bloomin' Alderney, and ended the walk at Alderney Roots, where visitors enjoyed refreshing elderflower cordial kindly offered by The Georgian House.

A Huge Thank You!

We extend a massive thank you to everyone who participated and made Wildlife Week such a resounding success! A special shout out goes to our incredible volunteers who truly brought the magic of Alderney's wildlife to life.