The importance of storytelling for conservation: Embracing nature’s narratives
In this blog, we explore why taking inspiration from the natural world to tell stories holds immense importance in our mission for wilder spaces and species recovery.
Blog: Wilder Kent Strategy
What is a Nature Hero?
This COP28 season, we want to celebrate those on the ground who are doing their part in fighting the climate and nature crises.
These Nature Heroes, those individuals or groups based in Kent who are taking action for nature, are also inspiring those around them to make an impact.
Over the next few weeks, we'll be introducing you to a range of Nature Heroes across Kent, from our very own Kent Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers to wildlife champions we work with across the county.
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How to organise a beach clean
Plastic: while this modern material can be highly useful in many contexts, its durability is also a curse. When it’s discarded it’s a blight on our wild spaces, and a threat to our wildlife - both…
Top tips to boost your Wilder Kent Awards submission
The closing date for Wilder Kent Awards submissions is Wednesday 31st May 2024, meaning you only have a few weeks left to finish off your existing projects and begin to gather your evidence for…
8 ways your business can get wild for nature this year
Does your business take its corporate environmental responsibility seriously? Perhaps you want to have a little fun while doing your part for nature! If you’re looking for ways to get outdoors,…
Reflecting on FND Awareness Month
In this staff blog, Jenny Luddington - Blue Mentor (Youth Engagement & Education Officer) for Kent Wildlife Trust - offers important insight into Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) as we…
Why work at Kent Wildlife Trust?
Working at Kent Wildlife Trust is so much more than just a job. You will find yourself amongst a team of devoted people, where taking local action to make national and global change is at the…
Habitat fragmentation: Why it's an issue for nature & climate
Habitat fragmentation poses significant threats to biodiversity and climate stability. In our lifetimes, we’re witnessing dramatic changes in the landscapes around us and the species that inhabit…
How to take part in the University of Kent's upcoming BioBlitz
James Barton, Ph.D student at University of Kent, dives into the upcoming BioBlitz at the uni in this blog.
Our work transforming Polhill Bank into species-rich chalk downland
Our work at Polhill Bank has been ongoing for several years now. Over time, we have purchased more neighbouring patches of land there, adding up to around 16 hectares now under our nature-positive…
High-yield nature-friendly farming at Nonington, Canterbury
In the 9th episode of Talk on the Wild Side, Rob Smith talks to Emma Loder-Symonds about Nonington Farm (near Canterbury) and their regenerative approach to farming. They have managed to cut costs…