Busy time at Borders Schools Day

Twelve hundred Primary 5 school children descend on poor old Hazel

On Tuesday 20th May 2025, Central Borders Red Squirrel Network attended the annual Border Union Schools Countryside Education Day, held at Springwood Park, Kelso. In attendance were committee members Jan Ferguson, Bill Ferguson, Nigel Lorriman, plus member Liz Kiteley. And for 3 hours, our very own Hazel was interacting with hundreds of children until, that is, the heat got to him and he had to retire back to his drey for a well-earned rest.

Fresh-faced Hazel, Jan & Bill before the onslaught!

School children learning about red squirrels from our very own Jan Ferguson

The event is a fantastic opportunity for us to spread the word about our conservation activities and to educate a new generation about the threats posed to red squirrels, specifically in our region. Your membership fees help us to attend such days, so thank you for your continued support.

Hazel needed protection from the local police when things got busy!