Reserve News
Rotherfield:
Recorders have been busy with surveys of mammals, amphibians, reptiles and trees. We have been renewing steps, levelling paths, cutting Rose Bay Willow Herb and other maintenance work.
October was devoted to mowing and picking up the grass and other vegetation in the wild flower meadows. In November the winter programme of tree
clearance, fencing, hedge-
Powdermill Wood:
The new glade in the east section is now progressing well and a botanical survey has been completed. We are planning to make new access paths for better
maintenance. Coppicing in the Tussock area will be done in rotation and we shall be using black PVC to eradicate scrub.
Crowhurst:
Following monthly inspections, working parties have been clearing timber from the pond, clearing Willows and clearing paths of fallen trees and overhangs
