“The aristae of the barley, which was coming into ear, became brown and withered at their extremities, as did the leaves of the oats”
The Laki Eruption of 1783 by Geoff Hellman: Part 3
The Big Winter Wander
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is encouraging people to go walking for its benefits to wellbeing and also as a great way to view the flora and fauna in our environment.
Week Fifty-one – One Day At A Time
“Will we ever get used to seeing a sunrise like this”
Week Fifty – One Day At A Time
“The heron turned up at the pond today – back for the season”
Improving Picture of Scotland’s Beaches
“Improving Scotland’s water environment is a key priority for SEPA, and that includes the bathing waters so many of us enjoy”
Vision of Climate Heritage Shortlist
Orcadian images are amongst those shortlisted for Historic Environment Scotland’s (HES) Visions of Climate Heritage competition.
” The finder found”
“Yourself, the gatherer gathered, the finder found,” Edwin Muir
Week Forty-seven – One Day At A Time
“We be of one blood, thee and I’”
“more intricately fashioned than any grasses of the field”
“more subtle in texture than any seaweed of the sea”
Share Your Views on Scotland’s National Planning Framework
“The National Planning Framework aims to have a huge impact on the way we live in Scotland.” Ariane Burgess MSP
