Ep18- Meet Lindsey Death from the Wessex Rivers trust

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In this episode, Lindsey Death from Wessex Rivers Trust shares insights on river conservation, water usage, and practical ways to connect with and protect local rivers. Discover how small habits can make a big difference for river health and community well-being.

                                 

00:00 Introduction to River Conservation and Motivation
01:58 Meet Lindsay Death and the Wessex Rivers Trust
04:00 Growing Up Near Rivers and Personal Connection
06:04 The Significance of Chalk Streams and Local Wildlife
08:00 Climate Extremes and Water Management Challenges
10:00 Water Conservation Campaigns and Household Habits
11:50 Impact of Household Chemicals and Pet Medications
13:52 How to Recognize a Healthy River
16:01 Community Engagement and River Monitoring Kits
17:53 The Role of Pet Treatments and Chemical Pollution
19:57 Reducing Plastic Waste and Water Bottles
21:56 Policy and Consumer Choices for River Health
24:06 The Power of Small Community Projects
26:02 Getting Involved: How to Connect with Wessex Rivers Trust
27:54 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

 resources

Cranborne Chase National Landscape https://cranbornechase.org.uk/
Wessex Waters Trust https://www.wessexrt.org.uk/
FaceBook page https://www.facebook.com/wessexrt/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/wessexriverstrust/
Lindsey's Insta https://www.instagram.com/riverfriendlyliving/

The Chase & Chalke Landscape Partnership, supported by funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund – thank you to lottery players for making this possible.

Cranborne Chase National Landscape. Cranborne Chase is a ‘protected landscape’, legally designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

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created by Claire Atkinson