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    How to whittle for kids and beginners

    Follow our easy whittling instructions for children and beginners with guidance, safety tips and project ideas.

    Rachel Hoskins  •  02 May 2019

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    How to forage wild garlic and make wild garlic pesto

    What's that smell? It's wild garlic season! Find out how to make the best of it with our foraging guide and recipes.

    Laura Cottam  •  26 Apr 2019

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    9 of the UKs rarest animals

    Much of our beloved wildlife is in decline. Find out about nine of the rarest species in the UK right now, and what we are doing to help save these precious creatures.

    Hannah Vickers  •  15 Apr 2019

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    Feather identification: common feathers in the UK

    Collecting nature finds is a lovely way to feel closer to the wildlife on your doorstep. Some of the most abundant of these treasures are feathers, and you can find them almost anywhere. But which bird left them behind?

    Charlotte Varela  •  15 Apr 2019

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    Wildflower quiz: name these 10 common wildflowers

    Can you name these ten common British wildflowers? Test your wildflower knowledge with our quiz.

    Helen Keating  •  11 Apr 2019

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    Hawthorn and blackthorn: what’s the difference?

    Hawthorn and blackthorn are two of the most easily confused species, so here’s a closer look at their differences to help you tell them apart.

    Charlie Mellor  •  09 Apr 2019

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    Rainy day activities for kids: mud kitchens and pies

    Don’t get stuck indoors when the weather’s wet. Try our rainy outdoor activities including mud kitchens, mud pies, leaf boats and puddle jumping.

    Danielle Wesley  •  01 Apr 2019

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    How to grow native bluebells in your garden

    Why not try growing bluebells in your garden? Here are six good reasons why, along with our top bluebell growing tips.

    Kate Lewthwaite  •  28 Mar 2019

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    10 common garden birds to spot on your bird feeder

    Find out all about the common British garden birds, what to feed them and how to identify them.

    Hannah Vickers  •  21 Mar 2019

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    SSSI definition: what is it and what does it mean for conservation and development?

    A Site of Special Scientific Interest is a formal conservation designation. Learn how they are determined, why we have them and where to see them in the UK.

    Laura Cottam  •  01 Mar 2019

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