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Team in waders in a river removing Himalayan Balsam

Himalayan Balsam removal on the River Flit

The River Flit Himalayan Balsam (Impatiens glandulifera) Project is an ongoing project which started in 2009 and is proving to still be very successful. The success to date is largely due to the…

A group of 8 people in waders and wellington boots standing in a shallow river on a training course

Riverfly Training

The Upper and Bedford Ouse Catchment Partnership recently secured funding from Anglian Water’s ‘Get River Positive’ scheme to help volunteers get involved with more activities, develop skills and…

Outfall inspecting - Pic 1

Outfall Safari

Chloe Apicella, Bedfordshire Reserves Officer, explains a new way of checking water quality

The river at Trumpington Meadows

Truth, lies and liars?

Wildlife Trust BCN CEO Brian Eversham reflects on the recent controversy surrounding rivers, planning and environmental standards.

Leech by Niall Benvie/2020VISION

Freshwater Wildlife

Delve into the fascinating world of freshwater invertebrates with Communities and Wildlife Officer Rebecca Neal

Split level river view - above and below

Under the surface

Water beetles and bugs can tell us a lot about the ponds and streams on our reserves

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