FROM October 11 to October 20, the Wells Environment Network is hosting EcoWeek+, a ten-day event full of activities about protecting the environment. The week is an opportunity to learn new things, get involved, and have fun with the community.
Local MP Tessa Munt has supported EcoWeek+ from its inception, and has wished it success as a new joined up approach to caring for Wells’ environment.
Everyone has witnessed the changes in the weather, the increased flooding, and the loss of local wildlife. These problems are happening here in Wells, but the Wells Environment Network say they can be solved by working together.
For the past three years, groups around Wells have been working on ways to protect the environment, and they have put together a compelling schedule for EcoWeek+.
What’s happening at EcoWeek+:
• Securing Our Food Future: Meet local farmers and food producers. Learn about the challenges they face and how they are coming up with new ways to grow food sustainably.
• Flood Resilience Workshop: Join ‘Flood Mary’, who has lots of experience helping people in flood-prone areas. Learn what you can do to protect your home from flooding.
• The Importance of Bees: Hear from Brigit Strawbridge, a well-known speaker on bees and bumblebees. Discover why bees are so important and how we can help them.
• Build a Bug Hotel: Have some fun building a bug hotel to give our insect friends a safe place to live. Learn why bugs are crucial for a healthy ecosystem.
• Tech Amnesty: Got old phones or laptops lying around? Take them to the tech amnesty point to recycle them responsibly.
• Guided Nature Walks: Join guided walks to explore nature, learn about local plants, and appreciate the biodiversity in Wells.
• Workshops and Demonstrations: Take part in hands-on workshops on different topics like using the iNaturalist app to track wildlife, making your home more eco-friendly, and simple bike maintenance.
Organisers hope that people will get involved, and help to create a greener future for Wells. For the full schedule and more information, visit wenvironment.org.uk
For any questions, email wellsenvironmentnetwork@gmail.com