We were 3 of 743 finishers at University Parks Christmas Day parkrun! A chilly but lovely start to the day ❤

Quote of the task: "I can indeed procure you a scythe"

Today we returned to a regualar favorite: Aston's Eyot. This year we have done a whole range of tasks on this lovely nature reserve; clearing nettles, mending fencing, creating benches, litter picking and so on.

This evening, with the mizzly drizzle in the air (yes we've quickly moved on from complaining about the heat to complaining about the rain and dark) we gathered to clear a HUGE swathe of thistles to make way for the tractor mower and to make our precious fence more visible. Using a chop and yank method we managed to clear LOADS of space and rescued some bugs and voles in the process. We also shifted a log pile a few meters, making way for the tractor but preserving an important mini-beast paradise.

Thank you to the hardy group of 9 on our first rainy task in AGES and welcome to the gang Dom, lovely to have you with us!

Hey Bethan

You know you said the report could just be " Hey Bethan, I did the thing"? Well I did the thing.

Henry

This was the kind of session that makes my heart happy. I couldn't wipe the smile off my face all evening.

A huge team of Goodgymers assembled at Port Meadow to clean up the tow path and picnic spots. A big welcome to Blossom, Thomas and Millie.

The litter was not too bad but as usual we found a random selection of objects - a chair, a very rusty bike frame, various items of clothing and a plethora of picnic detritus.

The main event though, was OBVIOUSLY the pizza social. Last time we attempted this it absolutely slammed it with rain. This time, despite a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms, we managed to descend on The Medley and enjoy delicious pizza and a really good chat.

Heres to more socials - once a month maybe?!?