Following on from our December Scything Demo, this will be our first scythe of spring. Scything expert Jim McVittie will join us to help learners and more experienced scythers to sharpen and peen their blades then test them on the early spring grass. Scythers and rakers welcome. Bring gloves and sturdy boots or shoes, and your own water. Cake provided!
NOTE: Scythes are very sharp tools, Learners must receive a briefing on their use before having a go. Scythe at your own risk.
Free, but donations to Eco Group are always welcome on the day or via our online donation portal. If you are an experienced scyther joining us to work, obs no donation required!!
Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
Location: The entrance to the meadow is on a part of Broad Lane in Haslingfield which is pedestrian access only. Parking is available on Broad Lane or the High St.
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New Scything Working Party Group
The plan is for these sessions to be the start of a regular scything group which can travel around helping manage meadows throughout the region in spring and summer. This will be organised through a google group which you can join through this link: Cambs Scything workgroup - Google Groups. This group will be co-ordinated by Jim with assistance from Michelle. You don’t have to be a scyther - rakers also needed!
Through this group you can request scything help for your area and keep abreast of the scything opportunities and where the group will be scything next. As a member, you can email the whole group using this address: cambs-scything-workgroup@googlegroups.com.
I have set up the group so that only admins can see the membership list, so you will only be able to email the whole group. However when you do so, your email may be visible to other members. You can exit the group at any time.
If you are wanting to make a committment to learning to scythe, Norfolk based Wild Scythe offers demonstrations, all day workshops, and also sells scythes and sharpening equipment. Visit Home - Wild Scythe for more information.
Questions? Write to Michelle at hnheco@gmail.com. Include your phone number if you’d like to be added to our Eco Group WhatsApp (not the same as the Google Group!)