The WoW Committee usually meet every two months to discuss matters such as current issues regarding Widewater and upcoming events. Bullet points from the minutes will be posted on this page following each Committee meeting.
February 2025
There was a WoW Committee meeting on 17th February. Here are the main outcomes:
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> There are around 30 swans on the lagoon at present and as we approach breeding time, developments will be interesting to observe
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> On Wednesday 12th March, there is an annual awards presentation at Lancing Parish Hall and WoW itself has been shortlisted for an award
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> WoW will also be represented at Lancing Green Dreams on 8th June on Beach Green
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> We will aim to run four litter picks each year with the first one this year scheduled for 29th March 11am-12 midday
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> A flower/nature walk is scheduled for 1st June with more information to follow in due course
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> Information on further social events this year will be published over the next couple of months; these events are always a highlight and well attended
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> After the financial year end (31st March), there will be an annual General Meeting. Again details will follow in the next month.
October 2024
The WoW committee held its latest meeting on 7th October 2024; here are some highlights for members and Facebook subscribers. We are always looking for more talent to join the committee so please talk to one of us if you are interested.
- Two outrageously successful volunteer events since our last meeting. Brilliant work from volunteers from Virginmedia Group (thanks to Andy) who have promised to return next year. Brilliant work also from the Brighton College team on make a difference day. Thanks were extended on behalf of all of us.
- Planning continued for the next social event on Saturday 16th November. Get your stetsons, chaps, cowboy boots, frilly frocks or whatever floats your boat ready for an evening of line dancing and blazing saddles (Yes beans and sausages are on the menu)
- Birdlife is flourishing on the reserve with healthy water and salinity levels. Recent sightings include Kingfishers, Little Egrets, a Heron, Little Grebes, possibly a Great White Egret, a Kestrel a Sparrowhawk and approximately 25 Swans!
- Increasing analysis of website usage and Facebook membership to help understand and broaden our appeal to existing and potential new members who care about the Nature reserve
- AGM to be held in the new year with date and format to be confirmed nearer the time