A diary of Deeping Lakes with Ajay Tegala
About this episode
Melvyn Prior visits Deeping Lakes Nature Reserve with conservationist Ajay Tegala to discuss his journey and the importance of nature conservation.
In this episode Melvyn Prior visits Deeping Lakes Nature Reserve in the far south of Lincolnshire with special guest Ajay Tegala — conservationist, environmentalist, broadcaster, and author. Ajay returns to the place where his life long passion for nature began. From volunteering as a teenager and braving icy winters by the River Welland, to studying countryside management and becoming a leading voice for conservation, Ajay reflects on how this reserve shaped his journey. Together, Melvyn and Ajay explore the reserve, discuss habitat restoration, butterflies, and the importance of volunteering, and share hope for the next generation of young naturalists. 🦋 Recorded on location at Deeping Lakes Nature Reserve, near Market Deeping. Hear more from Ajay at: ajaytegala.co.uk
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