Monthly Archives: July 2013

Church Family group task day at Shepherd meadows

Posted on July 30, 2013 by blackwatervalleycountryside

Thanks a bunch to the church group on 20/7/13. We had an amazing day pulling oak saplings and managed to clear a section on Shepherd meadows. We had a huge turn out with over 60 people, mostly families. The weather … Continue reading →

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The Nymphs and the Boggart Story Trail

Posted on July 26, 2013 by blackwatervalleycountryside

Hawley Meadows now has a completed Hampshire County Council Story Trail, called the The Nymphs and the Boggart. Please use the following link below to find out more information about the story itself:- http://www3.hants.gov.uk/storytrails The trail can be found in … Continue reading →

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Volunteers at Hawley Meadows

Posted on July 25, 2013 by blackwatervalleycountryside

Tuesday 23rd July saw our regular batch of dedicated volunteers come out again to Hawley Meadows, despite the hovering threat of thunder, lightning and heavy downpours.  (We opted against putting up a metal framed gazebo for cover!)  It was also … Continue reading →

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British Gas Corporate Task – 11th July

Posted on July 19, 2013 by blackwatervalleycountryside

Great turn out on a very hot day last Thursday by British Gas, 22 guys and girls braved the hot weather at Gerry’s copse section of the Blackwater Valley path. Working on a number of tasks with three of the … Continue reading →

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Ash Fun Day – Saturday 13th July

Posted on July 15, 2013 by blackwatervalleycountryside

With temperatures heading for the 30’s and weather forecasters warning of a heat wave we set up base camp at Ash recreation grounds in anticipation waiting for the event to open up at 1pm. As the temperatures soared a few … Continue reading →

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Sizzling Summer at Brickfields Fair

Posted on July 8, 2013 by blackwatervalleycountryside

On Sunday families in Aldershot came out in the sizzling sunshine to enjoy Brickfields Summer Fair. The children were entertained with petting animals from Millers Ark. Whilst Steven once again showed off his expert colouring in skills, with children hanging … Continue reading →

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School Children hunt bugs at Moor Green

Posted on July 2, 2013 by blackwatervalleycountryside

On Thursday 37 pupils from Finchampstead Primary School came out to explore Moor Green Lakes. The children unearthed pond minibeasts, and learned about life cycles, podgy bats and the life of a ranger. There was also a healthy splash of … Continue reading →

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