We will again be meeting at 10.00 a.m. at the entrance in Woodland Way and the main task for the day will be to continue with the felling work in the new coppicing area. The intention is to get the coppicing finished by the end of November if at all possible so the planting can be done in December or early January to allow the whips time to establish good root structure to help them survive the summer heat. Planting in late February/early March is too late. Roger and Mick deserve a special mention as they spent all day on Saturday 17 October from 09.00 a.m. until 06.00 p.m. carrying out more of the coppicing - well done guys.
Any help you can give with the above no matter how much or how little is always very much appreciated - an hour or two of your time can make all the difference as to whether the task(s) planned for the day get done. As usual FoF will be providing all the necessary tools for the task but please would you bring your own gloves and tools (shears and loppers) if you have them. Please would you also bring your own wipes and hand gel as well as your own refreshments. Please also remember to wear long trousers/jeans to avoid getting bitten by ticks but FoF’s First Aid kit does contain tick removers if needed.
As usual, please would you let me (chrispm_parker@hotmail.co.uk) know if you will be able to make the work day - many thanks.