Back in October 2019, I decided I’d like to take part in the drawing challenge ‘Inktober‘ A yearly challenge encouraging participants to create 31 ink drawings in the 31 days of October. I’ve started it a few times before, but lost momentum, or ran out of inspiration. So this year I decided to pick … More Inktober 2019 Book – #inktoberredlist
For the past few years we’ve made it a priority to get outside into the countryside once per month. We’ve used it as a way to push ourselves, we’ve climbed mountains, one of the scariest and most fulfilling being Blencathra in the Lake District. We’ve tried new things, we’ve camped in Winter. Waking up to … More 12 Dales In 12 Months
It’s #nationalwildlifedaytoday. Designed to improve awareness of the world’s diverse species and the troubles they now face. I’m championing the European Hedgehog, here in the UK it’s on our Biodiversity Action Plan, a list of species that are in decline in the UK. Hedgehogs need our help! . The People’s Trust for Endangered Species … More #nationalwildlifeday
It’s some time since I wrote a newsletter. Spring sprung, and we’re now well into Summer here in the UK. I hope you’ve had a good few months. It’s been a bitty few months for me, keeping things ticking over. I’ve found focus a little hard, being easily distracted and momentum slow. I have however … More Raspberry Thief Newsletter No. 6
I thought it was about time I wrote a post about the Big Garden Birdwatch (#biggardenbirdwatch) and my Big Garden Birdwatch Sketchalong (#BGBWsketchalong … More Big Garden Birdwatch Sketchalong
Earlier in the year I was contacted by the RSPB, asking if I’d like to appear in an advert promoting the Big Garden Birdwatch. A yearly back garden bird count, collecting citizen science data to help protect our garden birds. It takes place at the end of January every year, this year it’s 26th – … More How will you Big Garden Birdwatch?
I’ve just sent out my first proper newsletter, if you’ve received it, thanks for looking. I hope it has been useful and interesting. I have lots of things that I find interesting or useful crop up in my day to day, and I thought it would be nice to share those with you in a … More Raspberry Thief Newsletter
How many times have you come back from a walk and found your pockets full of little treasures of nature?
It seems that some of us can’t help but pick up stones from the beach or conkers from the woodland, small tactile pieces of nature that make us feel good. … More Pocket Hitchhikers
“Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.” – Albert Camus
This time of year is often contentious, there are those that still hang on to the warm summer months, clinging to the joy of long days and warm skin. Others look forward to the long shadows, crisp walks, and cosy fires of Autumn. Which are you?
… More The Story of Autumn In Yorkshire.
The only way we can inspire and encourage people to care is by rebuilding those connections that have been lost. Naming trees, plants, animals and birds gives them power and presence. Rebuilding our connection to the seasons, which sadly have become marked by consuming goods rather than noticing the intricate changes that affect our surroundings. Keeping a nature journal is a simple way to start building those connections again, you could start with your own garden or local park, you’ll be amazed what you notice when you stop and look. … More The Story Of Summer In Yorkshire
Angela Hennessy 
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