Unexpectedly decent weather for last working party of 2014

Despite another grim weather forecast, the rain not only held off until after we finished, but we were blessed with sunshine throughout. A good turnout of 11 volunteers (including one new one) meant that we again made excellent progress on cutting the main reedbed. One more session will see that completed and we can then go on to Area B on the Warren Road side of The Beck. This beiong the last session before Christmas, that will have to wait for the New Year.

Here's Chairman John's message:

Hello All

 

Well done and thank you to everyone who helped this morning.  With the “A” Team winching, a newly qualified Grizzly driver, a first-class whistle blower, and a lot of other good people, we

showed there’s not much anyone can teach us about shifting heaps of just about anything.  I wish you a very happy Christmas and New Year, looking forward to meeting again on 4th January 2015.

 

Best wishes and regards

John

Rotten weather, but willing hands make progress

The day started grimly, but at least it wasn't raining. Three of us pushed the cart across the central area, and ourselves to near collapse. We left it in the murk

and carried on to the soggy location we were clearing in the main reedbed. All went well for half an hour or so, but then the rain began, lightly at first, but then steadily drenching. By the time we reached the last load, we were all soaked, hot and very tired. Thank goodness for that winch!

Here is Chairman John's message of thanks to the volunteers who braved the conditions for the sake of The Common:

Hello All

 

My weather arrangements usually work out, but not today. We had one of the filthiest mornings I can remember, but work proceeded stoically and with good humour.  Given the conditions, we can be very proud of what was achieved and the whole Southrepps community should be deeply appreciative.  Thank you everyone.

 

Regards

John

Some mud, some rain, but lots of progress

The rain had the grace to leave off for the first hour, and even when it did come it wasn't too bad. Just as well really, as it was already quite wet enough underfoot, thank you very much. The winch continued to save us from the really hard work we used to endure, but slogging round the reedbed was still pretty wearing. However, we achieved a great deal and another two sessions should see that bit of the cutting programme completed.

As usual, the saving grace was the excellent company, including an extended sight of a soaring buzzard during the tea break.

Here's Chairman John's message of thanks:

Hello All

 

A piping hot shower and the Sunday  paper is just right for the damp dreariness that today has become.  And it’s jolly justified after our labours this morning.

Thankyou the Ten, you deserve to feel proud of a job well done this morning.  Next round is two weeks from today, Sunday 16th November, same time and place.

 

Kind regards

John