Successful AGM, But Sad Farewell To Treasurer
Treasurer Presentation
The Woodlanders celebrated a very successful year at our AGM on 26th May 2010. During the business section we heard about the continued achievements of the organisation. Our main conservation efforts this winter have been very successful despite a cold and wet season. These two elements reduced our work days and consequently increased the challenge to complete the tasks we had set ourselves at the end of last year. With the diligent work of our regular band of volunteers, and a monumental effort from the 2nd. Durrington Sea Scouts at the end of the season, we completed almost all of the allocated work. Malcolm expressed the thanks of the Woodlanders to all those who have helped. Our local Countryside Rangers did some sterling work clearing the pond and mowing the meadow on the mounds.
The Summer season was also a great success. We attended a number of shows and events last year and they were all very satisfying. Not only did we sell a phenomenal amount of product, but we also gained new members, new volunteers and were able to engage in various educational activities. Our annual Botanical Survey continues and thanks to the Sussex Botanical Recording Society were expressed.
The existing Committee was voted in for another year with the exception of Brian, our Treasurer. He has been a member of the Woodlanders almost since its inception and the Treasurer for many years. He has now decided that it is the right time for him to stand down. A formal presentation was made to him following the conclusion of the main business.
As is our tradition the second half of the evening was devoted to a guest speaker. This year we were treated to the wonderful images from the local wildlife photographer, Neil Fletcher. Neil is a renowned artist with strong local connections. He has a great understanding of the area around the Adur Valley, and the natural history it contains. He will be displaying some of his art at the Henfield Garden and Arts Weekend (see Events).
