Dwarf Willows on Wainwright Summits
13 June 2013 - 9:30am - 4:00pm
Dwarf Willow on Helvellyncredit Mike Douglas
Event details
13 June 2013 - 9:30am - 4:00pm
Join the Uplands for Juniper Project Officer for a walk over the Wainwright summits of Scoat Fell, Haycock and Steeple around Ennerdale.
On the way we’ll be looking for dwarf willow, a true tundra specialist which grows only in the Lake District in England. This walk will serve as a training walk for those wanting to carry out independent surveys later in the summer. We’ll also look at two sub-species of juniper and talk about the work of the Uplands for Juniper Project in encouraging more scrub and woodland in the Cumbrian uplands. This 10 mile walk involves over 800m of ascent and crosses steep, rocky and slippy terrain. Walking boots, appropriate outdoor clothing and a packed lunch are essential.
Book your place by calling 01539 816300.
Venue location
Meet at Bowness car-park, Ennerdale,
CA23 3AU
Grid reference
NY 110 153