Wild Woods: The Magic of Ireland's Native Woodlands

by Richard Nairn

Overview

Richard Nairn has spent a lifetime studying – and learning from – nature. When an opportunity arose for him to buy a small woodland filled with mature native trees beside a fast-flowing river, he set about understanding all its moods and seasons, discovering its wildlife secrets and learning how to manage it properly.

Wildwoods is a fascinating account of his journey over a typical year. Along the way, he uncovers the ancient roles of trees in Irish life, he examines lost skills such as coppicing and he explores new uses of woodlands for forest schools, foraging and rewilding. Ultimately, Wildwoods inspires all of us to pay attention to what nature can teach us.

"A book to inspire anyone who wants Ireland to grow more Irish trees." - Michael Viney

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780717190218
Publisher:	Gill Books
Publication date:	01/13/2021
Pages:	304
Product dimensions:	5.30(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

Richard Nairn is an ecologist and a lifetime sailor. During his career he worked as a nature reserve warden and was the first director of BirdWatch Ireland. Wild Shores is the second volume of his memoirs following the acclaimed Wildwoods, which recounted his experience of managing a small woodland.

Table of Contents

Preface vii

Introduction 1

Winter - Sleeping trees 13

Spring - Rising sap 76

Summer - Forest flowering 130

Autumn - Fruits of the forest 185

Future forests - Long life 261

References 307