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Contents


4 Your wild autumn The best of this season’s wildlife and where to enjoy it in Cumbria


10 Our best autumn reserves Stuck for inspiration? Seasonal highlights to


inspire a visit to South Walney, Brown Robin and Eycott Hill nature reserves


13 Wild thoughts Author Melissa Harrison encourages us to


take action in our local spaces


14 Focus on: water voles Six great places around the UK to see this water-loving mammal


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15 Wild news News from Cumbria and beyond


22 Brilliant bats Superstars of the night sky: discover more


about bats and things you can do to support them


28 Fishing into the future Introducing a new research project to rival


trawling for prawns in the Irish Sea


30 Martindale Follow Beth Pipe’s hillside trail for roaring red deer stags and lake views


32 A wilder future Make space for nature and help


wildlife recover


38 Gardening for wildlife Plan your wildlife-friendly pond


40 My wild life We chat to Kevin Line and unearth his top gardening tips


41 Wildlife photography Showcasing the winners from


this year’s competition


42 At home with nature Not just the garden – make your home welcoming for wildlife too!


Thank you for your support. Here are 6 more ways to get involved www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk/get-involved


Volunteer Could you donate your skills and time to look aſter wildlife?


A wide range of indoor and outdoor tasks need doing.


Donate to an appeal From purchasing land to protecting


species, exciting projects near you need your support.


Campaigning You can play a vital role in raising awareness, and


lobbying on local and national issues.


Local groups Join one of our network of local groups and help make a


difference to nature where you live.


Shop Our online shop stocks a great range of cards and books. All proceeds go


to our conservation work.


Leave a legacy If you’ve had a lifetime’s pleasure from nature, help


ensure its future by leaving us a legacy in your will.


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