Wed 12th Jan 2022 - Lake Cemetery.GG # 867.

 Terry's Photos.

Once again, we found ourselves at yet another new venue.... this time it was Lake Cemetery. To be exact, it was land to the west of the existing cemetery which caused a bit of head scratching when we all arrived. In true GG tradition, scouts were deployed to investigate the area and in no time at all we found not only the correct place but...more importantly, how to access it...! The main task was to plant around 45 saplings that we had lifted from the ground last week at Apply. These were spaced out around the eastern and northern perimeter and each one was fitted with a supporting stake, rabbit guard, root guard and protected with a layer of wood chipping mulch. The root guards were "manufactured" on site by cutting off 15 cm lengths of plastic drain pipe which had to be split vertically to aid fitting and removal. Other tasks included the trimming of existing shrubs plus the usual litter pick, which included a supermarket shopping cart 😏. The weather was glorious, a little cool in the shade but bright sunshine along with clear blue skies. Perhaps it was the weather, the location or the attraction of somewhere new but this session was particularly well attended with around 20 plus GGmers there...well done everyone 👍.

Next week we have yet ANOTHER new venue... this time it is down at Cowes where we will be giving the surrounding grounds to "The Store" a makeover. Mark will be finalising details this week so please keep an eye on your email for detailed instructions.

Mary thanks to Terry for his excellent photographs.