Youth Experience Day - Peat & Sphagnum

Westhay Moor National Nature Reserve, Westhay Moor Drove, Glastonbury, England, BA6 9TX United Kingdom (map)

Join Somerset Wildlife Trust as they put the species spotlight on the wonderful world of sphagnum moss, a key bog building species, and its vital role in the rehabilitation of the peatlands at Westhay Moor.

Join Peat-Fest South-West and take action in the face of the climate and ecological emergencies

To improve sphagnum coverage on the site you will be planting sphagnum plugs on one of our most recently restored areas. Planting involves finding a spot where conditions look right and planting the sphagnum plug, making sure to pinch the hole snug around the plug so it doesn’t dry out. Whatever the weather is up to on the day, conditions underfoot are likely to be wet and boggy in places - so wellies are advised!

There are no welfare facilities available at our Westhay Moor Reserve, the nearest facilities are at the Avalon Marshes Centre, BA6 9TT.

This session is suitable for those between 16 and 24 years old. We do not expect parents or guardians to attend the session.

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