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Dorset Forests - Forestry England @DorsetForests
Joined June 2019
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Season's Greetings to all of our followers from the #DorsetForests team! πŸŒ³πŸŽ„ πŸ“· Mark Warm BEM
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You may have seen posts about leaving your #pumpkin out for wildlife after #halloween on social media however we ask people please not to leave #pumpkins out in the #DorsetForests as they can be harmful . πŸ΄πŸŽƒ πŸ™ #CareForTheForest #NoTreatsHere
A discarded broken pumpkin lies on a forest floor, surrounded by dead leaves and twigs.

ALT A discarded broken pumpkin lies on a forest floor, surrounded by dead leaves and twigs.
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We are part of the Wareham ARC project - a group of 25 local landowners & managers working to help promote nature recovery & improve opportunities for local people to connect with nature. Find out more about our upcoming community events πŸ‘‡ bit.ly/4hg7Npf
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Fungi are essential to the Forest's ecosystem and web of life. They are important recyclers, provide food for animals, and communicate with the plants & trees around them. Look out for them across #DorsetForests at this time of year and remember some are poisonousπŸ„πŸ‚πŸ’š
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Autumn in #DorsetForests πŸ‚πŸ„πŸ’šπŸ‚
This images shows the forest floor full of vegetation turning autumn colours and a series of fungi sprouting and growing.

ALT This images shows the forest floor full of vegetation turning autumn colours and a series of fungi sprouting and growing.

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#ForestFactFriday Did you know boggy areas of #DorsetForests are vital habitats for some of England’s rarest plants? The #sundew's leaves have a sticky lure that closes around its prey, digesting and extracting all the minerals it needs from insects.
Close-up of a red sundew plant amidst green moss.

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On #BogDay we are celebrating Dorset's amazing bogs, mires & #peatlands πŸ’š They play a vital role in supporting wildlife, capturing carbon, & helping to combat the impact of climate change. Find out how we are caring for & restoring some of these areasπŸ‘‡ bit.ly/3YeEAnG

Dorset Peat Partnership Project

Restoring 16 peatland sites across Dorset

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If you are heading into the forest for a shady woodland walk we recommend you take plenty of water and protect yourself from the sun! We’re also reminding visitors that BBQs and fires are banned throughout the #DorsetForests. πŸŒ²β˜€οΈ #BringAPicnicNotABBQ
Sunlight streaming through tall pine trees against a clear blue sky.

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The #BigButterflyCount starts today, find out how you can help take part πŸ‘‰ bigbutterflycount.butterfly-… #DorsetForests #SaveButterflies #Wildlife #Nature #Conservation #CitizenScience πŸ“· Mark Warn
A silver-studded blue butterfly perched on a green plant with small white flowers, set against a natural background.

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A team of 22 of our amazing wood wardens, staff from @APHAgovuk and @NE_Wessex recently cleared over 225kgs of Pitcher Plants at Wareham Forest. These invasive & non-native plants damage native plants & insects that are vital for this area. What a great team effort πŸ’šπŸ’ͺ #OurWork
This image shows a group of volunteers. They are standing in Wareham Forest in front of large bags containing plants they have removed from the ground.

ALT This image shows a group of volunteers. They are standing in Wareham Forest in front of large bags containing plants they have removed from the ground.

This image shows a Pitcher Plant in the ground at Wareham Forest.

ALT This image shows a Pitcher Plant in the ground at Wareham Forest.

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Bees are essential for life & the environment. 🐝🐝 We're using innovative technology to track bee populations & learn how they are changing. This devices listens for wing beats & counts the number of bees. This will help inform how we care for #DorsetForests. #OurWork
This images shows a small device with a solar panel on top. It is mounted on a post and located in the heart of a forest.

ALT This images shows a small device with a solar panel on top. It is mounted on a post and located in the heart of a forest.

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If you're heading to the forest for a shady woodland walk we recommend you take plenty of water & sun protection! πŸŒ³β˜€οΈ With an amber #wildfire warning in place please also remember that BBQs & fires are banned across the #DorsetForests #BringAPicnicNotABBQ #BeWildFireAware πŸ”₯
Sunlight filtering through vibrant green leaves against a bright background.

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The #DingyMocha #moth lives in damp grasslands, heathlands and woodland rides in southern England. Their habitats in Wareham and Ringwood benefit from our ride edge management. #InsectWeek #DorsetForests #WildlifeWednesday #CyclophoraPendularia πŸ“· Philip Saunders
A moth with mottled grey and white wings resting on a wooden surface.

ALT A moth with mottled grey and white wings resting on a wooden surface.
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With the hot weather and risk of #wildfire we’re reminding visitors that BBQs and fires are banned across the #DorsetForests. Please help us spread the message! β˜€οΈπŸ”₯ #BringAPicnicNotABBQ #BeWildfireAware
A narrow path traverses through a forest surrounded by tall, straight pine trees. The path is bordered by tall grass.

ALT A narrow path traverses through a forest surrounded by tall, straight pine trees. The path is bordered by tall grass.
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It's #NationalPicnicWeek and we’re reminding visitors that BBQs and fires are banned across the #DorsetForests. πŸ₯ͺ🌳 #BringAPicnicNotABBQ
A landscape featuring a wide, open heathland with bracken in the foreground and tall pine trees in the background.

ALT A landscape featuring a wide, open heathland with bracken in the foreground and tall pine trees in the background.
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It's #VolunteersWeek and we wanted to say a BIG thankyou to all of the amazing volunteers who give their time and commitment to help care for #DorsetForests. πŸ’šπŸ™
This image shows a group of Forestry England staff carrying out conservation tasks in the forest.

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Four years ago today a #Wildfire took hold at Wareham Forest. Started by disposable BBQs, it burnt for 3 weeks & destroyed 220 hectares of precious forest. It's a lasting reminder of why we ask everyone to please #BringAPicnicNotABBQ & prevent this happening again @DWFireRescue
This image shows a large area of Wareham Forest that has been burned in a wildfire.

ALT This image shows a large area of Wareham Forest that has been burned in a wildfire.

This image shows an area of Wareham Forest burnt in a wildfire in 2020. The ground is black and still smoking and a solitary tree remains in the centre of the ground.

ALT This image shows an area of Wareham Forest burnt in a wildfire in 2020. The ground is black and still smoking and a solitary tree remains in the centre of the ground.

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Following the trail. Moving through the forest and connecting with nature has a positive impact on our mental health. It can help us feel calmer and less stressed. πŸ’šπŸŒ³ #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MomentsForMovement #MindfulMonday #DorsetForests πŸ“· Mark Warn
A trail winding through the forest.

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An amber wildfire warning has been issued for Dorset this weekend. πŸ”₯ If your enjoying time in #DorsetForests please remember that BBQs and campfires are banned here and help us protect this special place. πŸ™ #BringAPicnicNotABBQ
This image shows a sign asking people not to use BBQs or light fires in the Forest.

ALT This image shows a sign asking people not to use BBQs or light fires in the Forest.

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Come along to the Heath and Harbour Hullabaloo this Sunday and say hi to the @ForestryEngland team who care for #DorsetForests πŸŒ³πŸŒ²πŸ‘‹ The fun starts at 11am at Poole Harbour Park. Activities on offer include a dog show, family games, demonstrations and much more. @DorsetHeaths
This image shows a Forestry England tent at an event with people looking at the displays within it and talking to Forestry England staff.

ALT This image shows a Forestry England tent at an event with people looking at the displays within it and talking to Forestry England staff.

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