January News – stars, walks and more
Take a look at the latest AONB January e-newsletter to keep you up to date on news from the AONB, work in progress and the projects we are currently involved in.
January 2023
AONB Annual Conference 2023
The Annual Cannock Chase AONB Conference is fast approaching – this year it takes place in person on Wednesday 8th March (9.30am to 2.00pm) at Brocton Hall Golf Club.
The Conference is an opportunity for you to hear about the Partnership’s latest activities, share your thoughts and observations, ask questions, and a chance to catch up with old and new friends and colleagues. We are looking forward to seeing you all again.
The theme for this year’s Conference is: The Chase Through Time – legacy, lessons and what happens next.
Headline speakers already confirmed for the conference include Shane Kelleher, County Archaeologist at Staffordshire County Council. Please see provisional programme here.
Cannock Chase has been shaped through the interactions between people and landscape over millennia, and its historic environment and culture is fundamental to its natural beauty, unique character and sense of place. The Chase Through Time project (2016-18) aimed to shine a light on 2,000 years of human activity on Cannock Chase and how our ancestors managed and worked their environment. The conference will look back at this project and its legacy and share thoughts for the future conservation and enhancement of the historic environment on Cannock Chase.
The conference is NOW FULLY BOOKED.
For further information please email susan.glen@staffordshire.gov.uk
The full programme and joining details will be provided in due course.
We look forward to meeting you soon for an exciting and inspiring morning.
Cannock Chase AONB team cannockchase@staffordshire.gov.uk
Star Count 2023
How many stars can you see in Orion? We are inviting local people to join Star Count if you live in or around Cannock Chase AONB. Anyone can take part in the survey and become a “citizen scientist” by choosing a clear night between 17-24 February and counting the number of stars in Orion.
Its easy to do and does not require a telescope or any other equipment. This year CPRE is asking everyone to take part from home: from a garden, balcony, doorstep or even bedroom window. It’s a family-friendly activity that’s quick and easy to do, and can help more of us experience the beauty of a starry sky. You can find out more about Star Count on the CPRE website. Just sign up now for the Star Count.
To find out more about the AONB Dark Skies project please visit see our Dark Skies page.
In conjunction with the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust the AONB have organised some family friendly FREE evening events on 20th and 22nd February which include a stroll in the dark and finish around a campfire. THESE EVENTS ARE NOW FULLY BOOKED.
More information can be found on the Staffordshire Wildlife Trust website.