Episode 26: Spring Has Sprung

Chris Skinner and Matthew Gudgin delight at the arrival of spring at High Ash Farm. They observe the nesting rooks, the blooming daffodils and violets, and the budding pussy willow. They explore the presence of harvest mice and deer in the area by observing the tracks and footprints left in the soil. Chris shares some historical and botanical knowledge about the willow tree and its uses, including its role in the creation of cricket bats. They also answer listener questions about the River Ta...