Another 300 trees planted by a strong crew. We even had two newcomers who infrequently visit the IoM. The next three plantings are also going to be at East Baldwin, same field.
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Baldwin Saturday planting, join us near Douglas
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Date & Time: Saturday 10th of January from 10:30
Difficulty: Medium - 20 minute walk
Location: East Baldwin, Creg-Y-Cowin
Weather: 5°C, sunny intervals and gentle breeze
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Sunday's weather forecast looks unpromising so we plant on Saturday instead. The more people we get the more we can plant! The project is on a 100 acre continuous site and envisions the planting of ca 20,000 saplings over five years. The area is prone to frequent fog and over the decades and centuries the trees will form a temperate rainforest. The land is owned by the Manx Wildlife Trust, providing certainty of protection. A public footpath meanders through the site. The site is part of the river catchment of East Baldwin so the trees you plant will improve the water quality of the island's capital.
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First timer or experienced, single persons or small groups, you can just rock up without prior contact. We are going to show newcomers our method of planting trees. It is okay if you come a bit late or need to leave early.
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The plantings tend to last two to three hours and we share coffee and tea afterwards. A basic field toilet is available on site.
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As rain is possible, please wear waterproof, warm clothing that can get some dirt on it. Hiking boots or wellies are essential.
Plantings usually go ahead in light rain and strong winds unless the conditions are deemed totally unbearable in which case we are going to announce it on our facebook page asap.
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Travel time by car is about 15 minutes from Douglas. Ride sharing is encouraged to reduce CO2 emissions and for community spirit. Please park close together
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The planting site is ca 20 minutes walk from the parking area, one of our volunteers is going to greet people and point them in the right direction until ~10:45. Watch out for signs with arrows if you arrive later.
planting area: maps.app.goo.gl/gCjs4tCrFVNpQYwS7
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Parking area: maps.app.goo.gl/cPmv5JNDtsCy3rZ37
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Snow flakes blew on our faces at Sunday's tree planting, making it a bit magical but also chilling. The Black Dog Oven's team and friends thrived in these conditions. We suspect some nordic heritage, vikings among us!
Thank you for everyone who helped, terrific time! Black Dog Pizza Oven even sponsored the trees for the Sunday planting, offsetting their wood requirements for pizza ovens😋
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