Arts & information
You may have missed the fact that yesterday was World Ranger Day. A celebration of the men and women who devote their lives to protecting nature and the environment all across the world. I have a vested interest, as I volunteer with the East Lothian Countryside Rangers, and I can certainly vouch for the sterling work they do. Last night a film documenting the work of the world's rangers - The Thin Green Line was shown in over 50 countries. The film is the brainchild of Sean Willimore, a ranger from Warringine Park in Victoria, Australia. He sold his car and remortgaged his home three times in order to fund the documentary, so you could say it was a labour of love!
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Green News
Since Stony Organic Yoghurts came to the UK with their catchy ‘Stony, Yogurt on a mission’ moniker, they have been living up to their name with initiatives aimed at reducing our impact on climate change. The latest of these is the ‘De-pollute your commute’ initiative to raise environmental awareness amongst car drivers. Did you know that the average car driven for 12,000 miles creates 3.5 tonnes of carbon emissions, and a 4x4 creates 5.8 tonnes? I know cars are vital for certain journeys, but for short trips cycling or walking are much better, both for you and the planet.
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Events and happenings
If you want to chill out this weekend, get yourself down to Epsom in Surrey for a happy family day with arts, music and ethical food and drink at the Ambient Picnic Festival.
It’s on Sunday 8th July from 12 noon till 9pm and this is its first year in a new location but featuring all the things that have made it so good in previous years. Entry is £6 and you can buy tickets in advance or at the location.
The countryside area is in partnership with Surrey Wildlife Trust and there is also a natural healing area, a real ale area and a family arts area as well as a live music stage, acoustic stage and a dance tent. There’s bound to be something for everyone.
If Glastonbury was not quite enough for you andyou just haven't had your fill of music festivals for 2007 you might like to visit the Two Thousand Trees Music Festival
The event will run on 13th and 14th July, visitors will get the chance to enjoy the small festival experience at a lovely Cotswolds location.
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Shows & events
If you're at a loose end this weekend you should head up to the Highlands of Scotland, for the Outsider Festival. It will be set in the Cairngorms National Park, which is one of Britain's most stunning areas of natural beauty, with ancient pine forests, a range of spectacular mountains, lochs, rivers and moorland. It's home to over a quarter of the UK's most endangered species, including the lovable red squirrel. This weekend it will also be home to the likes of KT Tunstall, Crowded House, Idlewild and a host of other musicians and comedians.
Related: More acts sign up for 2007 Forest Tour | Yay or Nay: Would you eat a grey squirrel?
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Shows & events
For all of us vegans and those that are vegan-curious looking for something to do this coming weekend, why not go along to the Bristol Vegan Fayre on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th June. Admission is only £3, and kids under 12 and OAP’s get in free. This is billed as the world’s biggest vegan fayre, and when you look at all the events going on you’ll understand why. There will be bands and DJ’s, entertainers, cruelty free fashion shows, cookery demos, expos and talks. There will be over 170 stalls to browse, with loads of vegan goodies to tempt even the most ardent meat eaters. There is a children’s area with clowns, entertainment and competitions. It sounds like a great day out for everyone. The event is being held at The Amphitheatre and Waterfront Square, Bristol City Centre between 11am and 8pm on Saturday and 11am and 6pm on Sunday.
Shows & events
If you’re confused about eco-labelling, then sit comfortably infront of your computer and watch the Natural History Museum’s film “Looking behind the labels”. It was filmed as part of a live audience and live web presentation at the London museum as part of their Nature Live programme. As the eco-market in the UK grows to be worth £30 billion a year more and more eco-labels are making their way onto our highstreets. If you want to get the lowdown on what we are actually buying then this film on the Natural History Museum’s website. will give you a good insight. The three speakers give a broad overview of labels, their history and how they work.
Related stories: Peace One Day film | Green hits the big screen
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