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How will you get closer to nature during 12 Days Wild? 12 Days Wild is The Wildlife Trusts’ festive challenge which takes place from 25th December to 5th January. The idea is to do one wild thing every day or night… are you up for the challenge? Simply sign up at www.wildlifetrusts.org/12dayswild and you’ll receive daily inspirational emails packed with fun ideas to help you embrace winter walks in nature or the magic of night-time star gazing – to lift your mood and much more! You could:
BBC TV presenter and Wildlife Trust Vice President Iolo Williams, shares his love of winter wildlife. He says: “From dawn to dusk, winter wildlife is busy all around us. Otters are always up early and if you see a trail of bubbles in the water, you’ll know they’ve spotted you first. Night-hunting barn owls venture out on cold winter days to find extra food and will woosh past you in the winter sun. Then, at dusk, starlings gather in the sky forming ever-shifting shapes and patterns known as murmurations. There are so many wildlife adventures to be had during 12 Days Wild – I hope you enjoy them.” Christine Harding from Staffordshire Wildlife Trust, says: “In Staffordshire we’re fortunate to have the gift of beautiful nature in our countryside and urban spaces. So join us in taking some time out to enjoy this precious gift over the Christmas season. For the 12 Days of Christmas get a heap of daily inspiration from stargazing tips, to eco festive crafts and wildlife spotting.” Spending time in nature –night or day – is proven to help people feel happier and healthier. A Wildlife Trusts’ survey found that participants of the 30 Days Wild summer challenge felt 56% more connected to nature after taking part, and that it boosted the health of participants by an average of 30%.* There’s more information on the challenge here: |
For wilder days and adventure-filled nights, join Staffordshire Wildlife Trust’s festive challenge!
12 Days Wild is The Wildlife Trusts’ festive challenge which takes place from 25th December to 5th January. The idea is to do one wild thing every day or night… are you up for the challenge?
Editor's Notes
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* Measuring the impact of 30 Days Wild The University of Derby began monitoring and evaluating the impact of taking part in 30 Days Wild in 2015. Studies were repeated and developed for the next five years, resulting in a wealth of evidence, data and papers on the benefits of taking part. The research, led by Dr Miles Richardson, Director of Core Psychology Programmes, repeatedly found that taking part in 30 Days Wild improves health, happiness, nature connection and conservation behaviours. People reported feeling more relaxed and motivated to do more to protect wildlife after taking part. For more information, visit: 30 Days Wild 5 Year Review
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