Peaceful Afternoon Filled with Wild Baby Sightings at Lackford!
The first Wild Babies session took place this week, providing an educational and fun experience for the little ones. Held on a sunny afternoon, the session took place in the woods, offering a relaxing atmosphere for the babies to learn about baby animals.
Smiles were seen on everyone during the session, as all the babies attending were calm and chilled. Sensory toys were present on blankets, and rope swings were available for the babies to play with. A small muddy puddle was also part of the setup, allowing the babies to dip their toes in and enjoy the outdoors.
The Wild Babies session may have been noisy and stressful due to the participant's teething nine-month-old, but the overall atmosphere remained intriguing and engaging. One parent commented, "Despite having a nine-month-old at home who is teething and eats everything, the Wild Babies session was still massively intriguing."
Meanwhile, schools across Suffolk are invited to the Farm Fair for education about food sources and other topics. The Farm Fair, run by farmers, is a smaller version of the Suffolk Show and features various attractions such as sheep shows, blacksmiths, honey-making, and food tastings.
The Farm Fair focuses on hands-on learning experiences about food origins and wildlife conservation. Key activities include practical learning with farm animals and crops, interactive experiences like the Wild Walk, and educational opportunities that support teamwork and engagement. These fairs provide a blend of educational content and experiential learning to encourage awareness of the food supply chain from farm to table and the significance of protecting wildlife and their habitats.
At the Suffolk Wildlife Trust stand, there are three educational games for children: Bee a Bee, Ladybirds and Aphids, and Seeds. The games are designed to teach children about the importance of ladybirds in controlling aphid populations and other aspects of wildlife conservation.
The Wild Babies session is expected to become a regular event, providing more opportunities for children to learn and have fun in a natural environment. With its relaxed atmosphere and educational content, it's no wonder that the Wild Babies session has been a hit with parents and children alike.
The next session of the Wild Babies program may expand to include visits to nature reserves, allowing children to learn and engage with various wildlife habitats beyond the forest school. Meanwhile, home-and-garden enthusiasts might appreciate an outdoor-living lifestyle, which could include aspects such as growing their own vegetables, composting, and turning part of their backyard into a small nature reserve for local creatures.
