“A lot of the energy that is required, for fuelling whatever lives in the river, comes from the land itself. So quite often, when I get to a new piece of water, I immediately turn my back on that water and look to the landscape — and the trees, in this instance — to give me clues as to what’s gone on in the past.”
If you’re seeking a fascinating lunchtime listen, look no further! Our Research & Conservation Officer, Jonathan Grey, recently ventured into the Yorkshire countryside with Pete Leeson from the Tree Amble podcast. In this hour-long episode, the pair explore how trees boost the health of rivers by creating cooling shade, complex wildlife habitat, and increased channel diversity that benefits the entire ecosystem.
The Tree Amble podcast sees Pete revisiting interesting people from his 30 years in nature restoration. Along the way, he discovers how land managers are adapting and responding to the nature crisis we all face, and how farmers, ecologists, re-wilders, and communities are building a future that respects and supports nature. You can listen using the player below, or on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and most podcast apps.