With the likely closures of pubs, cinemas and gyms in London, going outside to 'commune with nature', whilst maintaining a 'safe' social distance (especially as limiting closer contact might have to be in place for up to 12 months), might be one of the few healthy options that remain for many folk in these days of Covid-19 (https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/mar/20/coronavirus-anxiety-nature). Although the power of nature to help mental health can be overstated, there is no doubt spending some time in parks is helpful to a wide range of people. It is consequently good news that many bodies (like the National Trust) are keeping their gardens and parks open for the general public to walk in freely at this time.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Friday, 20 March 2020
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