Nature projects

How to identify garden butterflies

Wondering how to identify garden butterflies? Here’s a quick guide to 16 of the most common species you’re likely to see in a garden.

A great way to encourage the local hedgehogs to visit your garden is to make a hedgehog feeding station. Here are step-by-step instructions.

A brief look at some of the new life appearing this Springtime in my local park.

A simple illustrated guide to identify 15 common hedgerow berries you may see on an autumn country walk.

It’s time to give our trees some love! Look at these six ancient Belgian trees and vote for your Tree of the Year 2020!

Children might especially enjoy taking part in the Garden Butterfly Count in July in Belgium

A short guide to help you identify 15 farm crops you might see as you hike through the countryside

A brief look at some of the main factors to consider when picking a first pair of binoculars for a child or grandchild.

Listening to the sounds of nature can help counteract stress and anxiety. They may be particularly helpful during the current coronavirus crisis.

The third coronavirus lockdown project. Bird books and nature books for children and adults.

#2 in my series of coronavirus lockdown projects for children and adults. How to build a luxury 5-star bee hotel from wooden pallets.

The first of a new series of nature projects for adults and children to do at home during the coronavirus lockdown.