For those of you who enjoy the outdoors and our uplands in summer or winter this is a chance to learn about one of the most unusual organisms on the planet.
On Friday, 2nd December at 7.30 at St. Marks Church Hall there will be a illustrated lecture on the lichens that we are likely to see on the many walks we undertake as scouts.
Lichens are amazing organisms. When the leaves are gone from our trees lichens remain brightening up the day. They need clean air to grow and provide a monitor of clean air quality. Lichens have a symbiotic relationship between a fungus and an alga, in other words each organism needs each other to survive.
When on walks all leaders , explorers, and scout network should be familiar with our environment and this is an exciting evening that should not be missed.
This is not a scout only event and the cost is £10 per person which includes supper.
Please telephone the organisers telephone 823788 this week since bookings are low and the lecture could be cancelled.
Guy Thompson
Island Scout Network Commissioner
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