Josie
Town/City:
Southampton
Favourite thing about the Forest?
Seeing the New Forest landscape change over the seasons, especially when the Heather comes to bloom.
Areas of Interest/Passions:
Lichens, Insects, General local Biodiversity, Sustainability, accessibility to the forest, and health of the landscape.
Favourite place in the Forest:
It is difficult to decide, but I would have to say Beaulieu Heath, as it is beautiful when all the flowers are out, when you can hear all the bees and the birds, and you can see all kinds of butterflies. (But I do love Bolderwood as well).
What I want to get from the Youth Board?
A chance to meet likeminded people, get some work experience and get the chance to spend more time in the New Forest
What skills and knowledge would you like to develop?
I would like to work on my Communication and Leadership skills. I would also like to build upon my knowledge on the New Forest habitat specifically, management practices, data collection and conservation skills.
What skills do I have that could benefit the Youth Board?
GIS Skills, Photography Skills, knowledge on EIAs, sampling/surveying skills and General native flora and fauna identification knowledge, team working and organisational skills.
