# lush (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover lush. Page: Feed: --- ## [URGENT: Borough Market must cancel plans to shoot pigeons](https://protectthewild.org.uk/campaign/urgent-borough-market-must-cancel-plans-to-shoot-pigeons/) _2026-08-02 · Protect the Wild · Protect the Wild_ Reports suggest pigeons at one of London’s best-known markets could be shot tomorrow morning. Borough Market must intervene and choose humane, lasting solutions instead. We have received deeply concerning reports that pigeons at Borough Market are due to be shot at 10am tomorrow. Protect the Wild is calling on Borough Market’s management to cancel any \[…\] ## [24 Hours Until Final Guga Hunt Decision – Just 12 people will decide fate of 2,000 Gannets.](https://protectthewild.org.uk/campaign/24-hours-until-final-guga-hunt-decision-just-12-people-will-decide-fate-of-2000-gannets/) _2026-08-02 · Devon Docherty · Protect the Wild_ This is it. Our final chance to stop the Guga hunt going ahead this year. And with just 24 hours until NatureScot’ decision, you’d think I’d be feeling more optimistic. After all, the latest scientific assessment shows the Guga hunt would decimate Sula Sgeir’s Gannet population, and both their licensing and Marine Ornithology teams have \[…\] ## [Northern Ireland starts trapping and killing badgers, despite little evidence it works – Eye on the Wild #10](https://protectthewild.org.uk/news/breaking-news/northern-ireland-starts-trapping-and-killing-badgers-despite-little-evidence-it-works-eye-on-the-wild-10/) _2026-07-31 · Eliza Egret · Protect the Wild_ Welcome to the tenth edition of Eye on the Wild, our new weekly roundup designed to keep you up to date with the latest stories concerning British wildlife. If you have a story you think we should cover, email us at contact@protectthewild.org.uk Badgers in parts of Northern Ireland are now being trapped and tested \[…\] ## [Fireworks are terrifying wildlife. Take action now to ban them!](https://protectthewild.org.uk/campaign/fireworks-are-terrifying-wildlife-take-action-now-to-ban-them/) _2026-07-30 · Protect the Wild · Protect the Wild_ The government has launched a public consultation on fireworks, asking for views on issues including noise limits, banned products, and the rules around sale and use. It’s a rare opportunity to tell the government directly that the harm fireworks cause to wildlife can no longer be ignored. At Protect the Wild, our position is clear: \[…\] ## [Guga hunt licence set to be REFUSED](https://protectthewild.org.uk/campaign/guga-hunt-licence-set-to-be-refused/) _2026-07-29 · Devon Docherty · Protect the Wild_ If you haven’t already seen the news on our social media, NatureScot has published the papers for its upcoming board meeting on 3 August, and its own licensing and marine ornithology experts have made a clear recommendation: The 2026 Guga hunt licence should be refused. I hesitate to celebrate too soon, but this almost certainly \[…\] ## [The new Defra Secretary must not hand the hunts a new loophole.](https://protectthewild.org.uk/campaign/the-new-defra-secretary-must-not-hand-the-hunts-a-new-loophole/) _2026-07-27 · Protect the Wild · Protect the Wild_ Andy Burnham has appointed the aptly named Angela Eagle as head of Defra. For anyone who cares about ending the cruelty of hunting, this is a moment of real opportunity. Eagle has a genuine anti-hunting record, with knowledge of exactly how hunts behave. So we are calling on her to examine new evidence, outlined below, \[…\] ## [Eye on the Wild #9: Reform-led Council votes to push ahead with destroying ancient woodland](https://protectthewild.org.uk/news/eye-on-the-wild-9-reform-led-council-votes-to-push-ahead-with-destroying-ancient-woodland/) _2026-07-25 · Protect the Wild · Protect the Wild_ Welcome to the ninth edition of Eye on the Wild, our new weekly roundup designed to keep you up to date with the latest stories concerning British wildlife. If you have a story you think we should cover, email us at contact@protectthewild.org.uk Reform-led Council votes to push ahead with destroying ancient woodland Kent County \[…\] ## [Fränkische Schweiz — Hiking and History](https://www.franzgraf.de/blog/2026/frankische-schweiz-hiking-and-history/) _2026-07-21 · Franz · The Beauty of Nature_ A week in Franconian Switzerland—castles, caves, and quiet trails far from the crowds. No alpine climbs, just long, green hikes through lush forests and moss-lined valleys. Underrated, peaceful, and full of surprises. Here’s our trip in seven posts (and a few videos). If you love exploring without the tourist rush, this place is for you. Enjoy the read(s)! ## [From Pottenstein to Heaven (Day 6 in the Fränkische Schweiz)](https://www.franzgraf.de/blog/2026/from-pottenstein-to-heaven-day-6-in-the-frankische-schweiz/) _2026-07-21 · Franz · The Beauty of Nature_ Our last hike in the Franconian Switzerland took us from Pottenstein into the Püttlach Valley. Along the way, we discovered beaver dams, the Hollenberg ruins with a stunning panoramic view, and free-roaming goats - before rewarding ourselves with iced coffee at a local bakery. ## [Thrown Away Alive: What our investigator found in a skip full of pheasant eggs](https://protectthewild.org.uk/campaign/thrown-away-alive-what-our-investigator-found-in-a-skip-full-of-pheasant-eggs/) _2026-07-20 · Protect the Wild · Protect the Wild_ Over the past few months we have been publishing analysis of undercover footage obtained on so-called ‘game farms’ across England. We began by looking at the sheer scale of the shooting industry, and how the adult birds (not every bird, but far too many) are sometimes treated. We’ve also looked briefly at how enormous numbers \[…\] [Listen](https://protectthewild.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/LIVE-CHICK-CAMBRIAN-BIRDS.mp4) ## [AI publishing with human taste (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OzweGxqxSFK2) _2026-07-20 · **Sponsored**_ Convert AI research into blogs, podcasts, and newsletters with optional human review. ## [End the Guga Hunt Campaign Heads to Lush Stores](https://protectthewild.org.uk/campaign/end-the-guga-hunt-campaign-heads-to-lush-stores/) _2026-07-19 · Devon Docherty · Protect the Wild_ What happens when you spend four days asking complete strangers whether baby Gannets should still be beaten to death in the name of tradition? You discover just how ready people are for change. After seeing the work we’ve been doing to end the Guga Hunt, Lush invited us into their stores to raise awareness of \[…\] ## [Pretzfeld, the Wallerwarte, and a Steam Locomotive (Day 5 in the Fränkische Schweiz)](https://www.franzgraf.de/blog/2026/pretzfeld-the-wallerwarte-and-a-steam-locomotive-day-5-in-the-frankische-schweiz/) _2026-07-19 · Franz · The Beauty of Nature_ A day of surprises in Franconian Switzerland: From hobbit-like beer cellars and a Jewish cemetery to Greifenstein Castle. Despite chilly winds and forgotten jackets, the hike delivered cherries, panoramic views, and a historic steam locomotive. A perfect blend of history and nature. ## [Hiking Around Gössweinstein: Castle, Caves, and River Valleys (Day 4 in the Fränkische Schweiz)](https://www.franzgraf.de/blog/2026/hiking-around-gossweinstein-castle-caves-and-river-valleys-day-4-in-the-frankische-schweiz/) _2026-07-18 · Franz · The Beauty of Nature_ On day 4 we spent less time driving and more hiking! Starting from Gößweinstein, through lush forests, discovering a cave and walking along the river Wiesent. And some history on the way as well! ## [Church of England votes AGAINST rewilding: Eye on the Wild #8](https://protectthewild.org.uk/news/church-of-england-votes-against-rewilding-eye-on-the-wild-8/) _2026-07-17 · Charlie Moores · Protect the Wild_ Welcome to the eighth edition of Eye on the Wild, our new weekly roundup designed to keep you up to date with the latest stories concerning British wildlife. If you have a story you think we should cover, email us at contact@protectthewild.org.uk The Church of England has voted AGAINST a plan to rewild 30% of \[…\] ## [Rabenstein, Sophienhöhle, Burg Neideck – Castels and Caves! (Day 3 in the Fränkische Schweiz)](https://www.franzgraf.de/blog/2026/rabenstein-sophienhohle-burg-neideck-castels-and-caves-day-3-in-the-frankische-schweiz/) _2026-07-15 · Franz · The Beauty of Nature_ A day exploring Franconian Switzerland’s Rabenstein Castle, Sophien Cave, and Neideck Ruins—complete with a medieval festival, a guided cave tour, and surprising history lessons. From debunking myths about the Middle Ages to holding a sword, it was a mix of adventure, education, and stunning landscapes. ## [Castles Rocks and Forests and more Palaces! (Day 2 in the Fränkische Schweiz)](https://www.franzgraf.de/blog/2026/castles-rocks-and-forests-and-more-palaces-day-2-in-the-frankische-schweiz/) _2026-07-10 · Franz · The Beauty of Nature_ Usually our adventures are about cycling or hiking. This day was packed with historical sightseeing! Starting in the 11th century, we saw castles, gardens, palaces and impressive fountains ... ## [Caves and Meadows (Day 1 in the Fränkische Schweiz)](https://www.franzgraf.de/blog/2026/caves-and-meadows-day-1-in-the-frankische-schweiz/) _2026-07-03 · Franz · The Beauty of Nature_ Welcome to the firt day of our hiking-vacation in the Fränkische Schweiz. If you think that we had a relaxed and lazy start .. you might be wrong. It was a day full of caves, forests and gorgeous views ... ## [VA-CA-TION! (Recap)](https://www.franzgraf.de/blog/2026/va-ca-tion-recap/) _2026-06-23 · Franz · The Beauty of Nature_ We spent a week exploring Franconian Switzerland, starting with a Lego exhibition and a visit to Nuremberg Zoo. ## [Just bring that Waterfilter … Some Lessons from a Beautiful Hike](https://www.franzgraf.de/blog/2026/just-bring-that-waterfilter-some-lessons-from-a-beautiful-hike/) _2026-05-30 · Franz · The Beauty of Nature_ Often, I choose writing over video because the silence on a hike is just priceless. This adventure brought lush green forests, a surprise fox (captured on video!), and a steep "sprint" to the summit that taught me to always check the map before ... ## [No Summit, No Problem: A Simple Sunday Walk in the Bavarian Countryside](https://www.franzgraf.de/blog/2026/no-summit-no-problem-a-simple-sunday-walk-in-the-bavarian-countryside/) _2026-05-22 · Franz · The Beauty of Nature_ On a quiet Sunday in late April, we traded epic hikes for a simple countryside walk -revisiting a familiar route, spotting cows in the meadows, and capturing the quiet beauty of Bavarian village life. ## [AI QA that opens fix PRs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QVKqXddiTsng) _2026-05-22 · **Sponsored**_ Run a browser QA from plain-English instructions; get GitHub issues and optional fix PRs. ## [Cold winter morning in Vestskoven -8C (20 Feb. 2026)](https://recordingsofnature.wordpress.com/2026/02/21/cold-winter-morning-in-vestskoven-8c-20-feb-2026/) _2026-02-21 · recordingsofnature · Recordings of nature's Blog_ Audio-video nature update from Vestskoven outside Copenhagen, February 20, 2026, 7:30 am. Taking an early morning walk in the beautiful winter landscape to explore the state of nature. It’s been a very cold winter this year. The main factor has been a persistent biting cold wind from the east, and about 2 weeks ago we \[…\] ## [Exploring the late Autumn Forest and Vegetation, Vestskoven Nov. 2025](https://recordingsofnature.wordpress.com/2025/11/30/exploring-the-late-autumn-forest-and-vegetation-vestskoven-nov-2025/) _2025-11-30 · recordingsofnature · Recordings of nature's Blog_ Audio-video nature update from Vestskoven outside Copenhagen, November 29, 2025, 3:15 pm (sun about to set) Taking a stroll into the wild vegetation of the late autumn forest. Everything is moist and mostly with brownish colors. Days are very short now, but the weather is still on the milder side. Watch with headphones for best \[…\] ## [Trees and scrubs in February, Feb 22, 2024](https://recordingsofnature.wordpress.com/2025/03/01/trees-and-scrubs-in-february-feb-22-2024/) _2025-03-01 · recordingsofnature · Recordings of nature's Blog_ This is an audio-video Nature Update from Bakkeskoven, Copenhagen, February 22, 2022 at 5 pm. Watch with headphones for best experience (Binaural audio). Weather: 5C, southerly wind, sunset From the bare looks of it, not much is happening out in nature right now, in late February. You have to look for delicate signs and noises, \[…\] ## [Lantern Light and Evenings on the Terrace](https://www.verandavikings.com/blog/lantern-light-and-evenings-on-the-terrace) _2024-10-02 · Veranda Vikings · Veranda Vikings_ As autumn creeps in and the nights grow darker, our terrace becomes a warm retreat. Lanterns sway, candles flicker, and the woods hum with mystery. A touch of citrus oil keeps the mosquitoes at bay, while a hot cup of cocoa, coffee, or tea adds to the comfort. Wrapped in the glow of candlelight, we soak in the crisp air and the quiet magic of the season—that’s hygge. ## [A flurry of butterflies in the mint blossoms](https://www.verandavikings.com/blog/a-flurry-of-butterflies-in-the-mint-blossoms) _2024-09-05 · Veranda Vikings · Veranda Vikings_ No other herb draws butterflies quite like mint in bloom. For a fleeting week in late summer, the air is alive with the flutter of small tortoiseshell butterflies, their bright wings weaving through fragrant purple flowers. A last summer dance before autumn sets in.