Fenland wildfowlers clean up The Wash

Members of the Fenland Wildfowlers Association recently took part in a major clean up operation, carrying out an extensive litter pick along a nine-mile stretch of foreshore between Sutton Bridge and King’s Lynn.

Around 30 volunteers from the association joined forces for the annual event, arriving equipped with 4×4 vehicles, trailers, and collection bags. The team removed a significant quantity of waste from the area, including plastic bottles, containers, tyres, and drink cans.

Dave Bassett, Secretary of the Fenland Wildfowlers Association, said: “This is an event we complete every year and is one of many conservation and environmental projects that we have going in the local area. It’s incredibly rewarding to see the difference our members can make in just one day.”

BASC wildfowling advisor, Chris Wright, commended the BASC-affiliated club’s continued commitment to environmental stewardship. Chris said: “Well done to everyone involved. It’s fantastic to see the Fenland Wildfowlers Association leading by example in caring for the local environment. Covering nine miles of foreshore and collecting such a large volume of waste is no small feat, and the club’s continued dedication to conservation efforts like this litter pick, as well as other projects, is commendable.

“Initiatives such as this – regardless of the size of the team or the quantity collected – not only enhance the natural beauty of the landscape and benefit local wildlife, but also help raise awareness about the importance of protecting our environment.”

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