2013; Planting

It was Pauline Moore's wish for a wood to be planted on the northern edge of the land she bequeathed to BWT.  Sharon Bayne produced a comprehensive planting scheme for native species; oak, ash, birch, cherry, hazel, field maple and hawthorn.  Carefully coded planting canes made it easy to plant the right seedling trees (called "whips") in the right places, and after four days work by over 80 helpers in December 2013 the area was transformed. 

Organisation begins early
Tools at the ready
Carefully selected and labelled seedlings called "whips" arrive
Volunteers start planting in marked positions
There is plenty of work to be done
Sunshine warmed up the day
Plastic sleeves to protect the young shoots
And finally bark chippings to keep new roots moist
The job is nearly finished in just two days