Phil PickinIt’s time for one of nature's most spectacular events.Cold autumn and winter months don’t always have a lot going for them, but it’s at this time of year we may be lucky enough to see something…6d ago6d ago
Phil PickinRare breeding birds continue to colonise the UK.According to the BTO, The latest report by the Rare Breeding Birds Panel (RBBP) reveals that 108 species and races of rare native birds…Nov 4Nov 4
Phil PickinWill it be a Waxwing winter?With autumn well and truly upon us in the UK resulting in migrants arriving in preparation for the coming winter, many of us will be hoping…Oct 9Oct 9
Phil PickinThe true global impact of species-loss caused by humans is far greater than expected.According to a new study published in Science.Oct 3Oct 3
Phil PickinPine martens return to the South West of England after 100-year absenceA pioneering conservation project has officially brought back pine martens to the South West of England for the first time in more than a…Oct 1Oct 1
Phil PickinThe leisure marine industry has work to do.After many years, I returned to the Southampton Boat Show to see what had changed and if climate concerns had impacted the event.Sep 27Sep 27
Phil PickinDay boats can provide a green introduction to the waterways.Anyone who has not been on the waterways of the UK the concept of a ‘day boat’ is an alien one. But as the name suggests, a short-term hire…Sep 25Sep 25
Phil PickinWhat if we made the world a better place by accident?Even if you don’t believe in the climate crisis, making changes will still make the world a better place.Sep 24Sep 24
Phil PickinThe sound of autumn.Over the past few days, there has been a regular flypast by the local geese flock. Until today, the first time you have been made aware of…Sep 22Sep 22
Phil PickinHighland black grouse numbers on rise thanks to habitat restorationIt isn’t often, in the world of wildlife, there is some good news to report, which makes this story from Scotland all the more important.Aug 31Aug 31
