FLOWER SURVEY
OF THE BOGGY MEADOW 2015.
The
Boggy Meadow is the name we have given to the middle of the three meadows lying
between old Rhydypenau Wood and Rhydyblewin farmhouse. As its name implies it is wet in places and
is one of the meadows with the highest biodiversity, so we should be able to
identify a wide range of plants there.
The
first of the two main surveys of the Boggy Meadow was scheduled for Saturday
June 13th but that day dawned wet, wet ,wet!!!
So it was decided to postpone and it will now take place on the next
workday - Sunday 28th June instead.
The second survey (to pick up the later flowing plants.) is planned for
the workday on Sunday 30th August.
The
way in which the survey is done consists of a walk from one end of the meadow
to the other, i.e. a transect, during which the flowers observed are ticked off
on a list. Several walks will be made at intervals across the meadow - the
number will be determined by how many people turn up.
You
can do the flower survey independently. It can be carried out any time over the
summer and as many times as you like.
Just
go to the homepage "Downloads" for the flower lists and instructions. There is also a Map of the Meadows
which shows exactly where the Boggy Meadow is.
Please
hand your results to Rhian Jones or send them by email before the end of
August.
THE STREAM SHUFFLE
SATURDAY
27TH JUNE from 2pm - 4pm
This popular event takes place in association with Cardiff University,
whose students help with the identification of the tiny creatures (and some
larger ones) to be found under stones and in the depths of the Nant Fawr. There will be microscopes to use to get
close-ups and the whole family can enjoy an afternoon just puddling in the
brook!
Wellies are essential gear and all children must be accompanied by an
adult.
Meet at the Old Car Park at
Llanishen Reservoir (entrance beside 127 Rhydypenau Rd).
SUMMER WALK
SUNDAY 12th
JULY from 2pm - 4pm
Learn about the "MEADOW FLOWERS IN NANT FAWR"
See what wild flowers are growing in our meadows and learn about their
uses in human history and the issues involved in modern urban meadow
management.
This is a gentle stroll which is led by the Community Park Rangers.
Meet at the Old Car Park at
Llanishen Reservoir (entrance beside 127 Rhydypenau Rd).
SUMMER WORKDAYS
SUNDAY 28th JUNE Time:
10am – 12noon
The Wildflower Survey Part 1 -
takes place on the Boggy Meadow. (See above.)
ALSO
We shall be continuing with last month’s efforts - doing repair work to the Bird Viewing Platform near
Rhydyblewin Farmhouse.
There is also tree encroachment onto the adjacent meadowland so these
need to be removed. And there will be
the summertime tasks of painting the kissing gates as well.
Meet at the Old Car Park at
Llanishen Reservoir (entrance beside 127 Rhydypenau Rd).
SUNDAY 19th JULY Time:
10am - 12noon
It is time for the annual Stream Clean in Woods Covert. So bring your wellies and help clear any plastic bottles and
bedsteads (perhaps an exaggeration but you never know what will be found!) from
the Nant Fawr .
Meet at Heol Esgyn Bridge
SUNDAY 30th AUGUST Time:
10am – 12noon
The Wildflower Survey Part 2 -
takes place on the Boggy Meadow. (See above.)
ALSO
In an effort to increase the spread of Yellow Rattle throughout the
meadows we will be harvesting the seeds from well established plants in the Top
Meadow and locating them to other parts.
For those who relish more physical work there will be removal of the
laurel saplings which are taking hold in Rhydypenau Wood.
Meet at the Old Car Park at
Llanishen Reservoir (entrance beside 127 Rhydypenau Rd).
REMINDER - Have YOU paid your Annual Subscription for 2015?
A big ‘Thank You’ to everyone who has already paid their Annual Subscription for the
year. If you have forgotten then please send your remittance to the Membership
Secretary
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