Paul Salman

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Help plant three Tiny Forests in Barnet
🗓Today 12:00pm

📍Falloden way & A406 N3 3JP

Extensive tree planting improving the environment

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Paul Salman signed up to a mission.

Tue 25th Mar at 4:00pm

Move a mattress, some boxes and other items for Miss L

The radiator installation will improve quality of life, she has been waiting a long time and suffers from fibromyalgia

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Tue 25th Mar at 9:55am

Yoga with Paul Tuesday 9.55am

strengthen, stretch and relax the body

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Sun 16th Mar at 10:30am

Laurel and Hard Work with GoodGym Barnet at Highgate Woods!

Barnet Report written by Paul Salman

Spring is in the air, and what better way to mark the change of seasons than with a community mission in the heart of Highgate Woods? GoodGym Barnet gathered once again to lend a hand to the wonderful Ranger Cindy, a familiar face from our summer sessions. This time, we were stepping out of winter hibernation to help restore and protect a well-worn patch of woodland—laurel and behold, we had a plan!

A Fence of Foliage

Meeting at the café in the centre of the park, we soon made our way to Cindy’s latest project near the playground and toilets. The ground in this area had become heavily compacted by the constant footfall of visitors, leaving a barren patch where greenery struggled to thrive. Cindy’s clever idea? A “laurel” defence—using cut laurel branches to create a natural-looking barrier that would discourage people from trampling the space, allowing it time to recover.

With logs in hand (and a fair bit of heavy lifting), we carefully placed them around the perimeter. Then came the pièce de résistance: planting the laurel branches upright, crafting what looked like fresh new growth. The deception was all part of the plan—if it looks like a newly planted area, people are less likely to walk through it. A cunning, leafy illusion!

A Walk on the Wild Side

With our natural fencing complete, Cindy led us on a walk deeper into the woods to explore some of the conservation efforts taking place. We visited a protected pond teeming with life and admired a newly planted Blackthorn hedge. Then, to our delight, we spotted a tree creeper—a small, elusive bird that blends so well into tree bark that it’s a rare sight even for regular visitors. Laurel-ly speaking, it was quite the highlight!

A Moment to Restore

Before we wrapped up, we took a few moments for some restorative yoga—because after all that heavy lifting, our bodies deserved a stretch. We stood tall in mountain pose, flowing through some simple movements with the breath, before adding a few deep squats to shake off the effort. A little woodland-wellness to round off a morning of good deeds!

Join Us Next Time!

This was our first session at Highgate Woods coming out of winter, but certainly not our last. Cindy’s experiment with laurel fencing is an inspired approach to conservation, and we can’t wait to see if it takes root (pun intended!). If you’re looking for a fun, active, and rewarding way to give back to nature, come along to the next GoodGym Barnet mission—we’d laurel-ly love to have you!

Check out upcoming sessions and get involved—your local green spaces (and your legs) will thank you!

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Fri 25th Apr at 8:45am

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Tue 25th Mar at 6:45pm

helping a charity Cinema (Phoenix)

Help preserve a historic centre for the community

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Tue 15th Apr at 6:45pm

WWF x GoodGym Barnet: Gardening at community Gardens (Northway)

Maintaining this beautiful open space for the local community

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Mon 31st Mar at 8:00pm

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Tue 1st Apr at 6:45pm

Helping the Friends of Friary Park

Helping to keep the Park in good condition for the enjoyment of all.

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Mon 30th Jun at 6:45pm

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