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Enjoying the Rivers and Lakes of Wales - 20/07/2011
A new Waterside Code and DVD have been produced to help people enjoy Wales' rivers and lakes in a responsible and sustainable way. The Waterside Code has been led by the Welsh Government in consultation with the main inland water activity user groups. The national code was a recommendation from the Assembly's Sustainability Committee's 2010 Inquiry into Access to Inland Water in Wales. The Countryside Council for Wales, supported by the Environment Agency, commissioned Snowdonia-Active to produce the DVD Enjoying the Lakes and Rivers of Wales as part of the ongoing series of reconciling conservation and recreation films.
Green into Gold - 04/01/2011
Snowdonia bed and breakfast business, Bryn Bella, has received North Wales' first Gold Award from the UK's Green Tourism Business Scheme (GTBS) - established to recognise and promote businesses which make a significant contribution to creating a sustainable, green enterprise. It is the only certification scheme validated by Visit Britain.
Bryn Bella in Betws-y-Coed is run by husband and wife team Mark and Joan Edwards. Both care passionately about the environment and are firm believers that, through their business, they can make an important contribution to the region. In 2009, Green Snowdonia recognised their eco-friendly credentials as winners of the Most Sustainable B&B Award and last March The Times listed Bryn Bella as one of the thirty coolest B&Bs in Britain.
Free Green Tourism Workshops - 06/09/2010
In a key development for Snowdonia-Active (S-A) we are delivering the Snowdonia National Park Authority (SNPA) 2010 Growing Sustainable Tourism Workshop programme under the 'Green Snowdonia' banner. This is the first project to be delivered as part of S-A's growing sustainable tourism remit, overseen by Dr Emma Edwards-Jones.
Six free workshops are being offered to the owners and managers of tourism businesses in north-west Wales. Issues addressed in the workshops will include energy efficiency, waste management, local produce, marketing and promoting public transport.
Green Snowdonia was initiated by the Snowdonia Society in 2006 with Emma at the helm. Find out how you could become a trailblazing 'Green Tourism' business.
Green Tourism - 05/05/2010
In a key development for Snowdonia-Active (S-A) we are delivering the Snowdonia National Park Authority (SNPA) 2010 Growing Sustainable Tourism Workshop programme under the 'Green Snowdonia' banner. This is the first project to be delivered as part of S-A's growing sustainable tourism remit, overseen by Dr Emma Edwards-Jones.
Six free workshops are being offered to the owners and managers of tourism businesses in north-west Wales. Issues addressed in the workshops will include energy efficiency, waste management, local produce, marketing and promoting public transport.
The workshops were initiated by the Snowdonia Society in 2006 with Emma at the helm. Find out how you could become a trailblazing 'Green Tourism' business.
Outdoor Charter Group - 24/02/2010
A meeting was recently held at Plas Tan y Bwlch to discuss if Snowdonia would benefit from the development of an outdoor charter. Activity providers would be able to sign up to demonstrate their commitment to good working practice in helping ensure that they minimise any potential negative environmental impact. The well attended meeting began with a presentation from Tom Luddington who runs The Pembrokeshire Outdoor Charter Group (POGC). He outlined what the Group has achieved in that county, the benefits to members and some of the difficulties the POGC has faced. The development of a similar outdoor charter is being established for the Brecon Beacons.
MountainSafe - 26/12/2009
The MountainSafe initiative calls for walkers and climbers to be fully prepared before venturing on to the hills of Snowdonia this winter. Tim Bird, of North Wales Police, one of the organisations behind the campaign, said: "We want people to continue to come and enjoy the beautiful mountains of North Wales, but before they set out they need to ask themselves are they properly clothed and equipped; do they know the weather forecast; have they got the mountain skills needed for the terrain they're about to tackle? Only hours after making the appeal before the Christmas and New Year period there were two incidents involving 'tracksuit and trainer' walkers on Snowdon having to be rescued.
Gorgeous Gorges - 04/09/2009
A new DVD highlights why Wales' wooded gorges and ravines are extremely important wildlife habitats and the need for recreational users to tread lightly. In the 15 minute programme presented by Plantlife ecologist, Ray Woods, he explains that these places are: "Our ecological equivalent of the rain forest." Some of the moss, liverwort and lichen colonies found within these damp confines are internationally rare and protected by European legislation. Copies of the DVD will be distributed to outdoor education and recreation providers. For details of how to get a copy and to see what the DVD is about, follow the link.
iTry Adventure - 16/07/2009
Last year's successful iTry pilot project was a boost for the economy of the area's growing adventure activity sector. It will be running once again over the school summer holidays but this time with additional activity providers. The iTry scheme is designed to make it easier than ever for both residents and visitors to get a taste of outdoor adventure. Activities can be booked with a single telephone call - 0844 9022970 and the project is supported by a bilingual website.
Internationalism at Heart of Snowdon Race - 07/07/2009
The Snowdon Race is an internationally recognised fixture and one of the most important events on the local calendar. Mountain runners from all over the globe have competed in the Snowdon Race since its inception in 1976, but it is the international team competition that has set the race apart from many other British races. Once again this test of stamina will enjoy TV coverage. There will also be junior races on the day and plenty of stalls and activities for everyone on the starting field. So, bring the family along and support the event.
Snowdonia in Washington - 22/06/2009
Wales will be the featured nation at the 2009 Smithsonian Folklife Festival taking place on Washington's National Mall from 24th - 28th June and during the first week of July. This is an annual, cultural festival run by the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage. Chris Wright, Snowdonia-Active's Chief Exec. will be one of four participants including the Tremadog based adventurer, Eric Jones, representing Wales in the 'Ecotourism' category. He'll be joining a total of around 130 Welsh performers and craftspeople.
A new Waterside Code and DVD have been produced to help people enjoy Wales' rivers and lakes in a responsible and sustainable way. The Waterside Code has been led by the Welsh Government in consultation with the main inland water activity user groups. The national code was a recommendation from the Assembly's Sustainability Committee's 2010 Inquiry into Access to Inland Water in Wales. The Countryside Council for Wales, supported by the Environment Agency, commissioned Snowdonia-Active to produce the DVD Enjoying the Lakes and Rivers of Wales as part of the ongoing series of reconciling conservation and recreation films.
Green into Gold - 04/01/2011
Snowdonia bed and breakfast business, Bryn Bella, has received North Wales' first Gold Award from the UK's Green Tourism Business Scheme (GTBS) - established to recognise and promote businesses which make a significant contribution to creating a sustainable, green enterprise. It is the only certification scheme validated by Visit Britain.
Bryn Bella in Betws-y-Coed is run by husband and wife team Mark and Joan Edwards. Both care passionately about the environment and are firm believers that, through their business, they can make an important contribution to the region. In 2009, Green Snowdonia recognised their eco-friendly credentials as winners of the Most Sustainable B&B Award and last March The Times listed Bryn Bella as one of the thirty coolest B&Bs in Britain.
Free Green Tourism Workshops - 06/09/2010
In a key development for Snowdonia-Active (S-A) we are delivering the Snowdonia National Park Authority (SNPA) 2010 Growing Sustainable Tourism Workshop programme under the 'Green Snowdonia' banner. This is the first project to be delivered as part of S-A's growing sustainable tourism remit, overseen by Dr Emma Edwards-Jones.
Six free workshops are being offered to the owners and managers of tourism businesses in north-west Wales. Issues addressed in the workshops will include energy efficiency, waste management, local produce, marketing and promoting public transport.
Green Snowdonia was initiated by the Snowdonia Society in 2006 with Emma at the helm. Find out how you could become a trailblazing 'Green Tourism' business.
Green Tourism - 05/05/2010
In a key development for Snowdonia-Active (S-A) we are delivering the Snowdonia National Park Authority (SNPA) 2010 Growing Sustainable Tourism Workshop programme under the 'Green Snowdonia' banner. This is the first project to be delivered as part of S-A's growing sustainable tourism remit, overseen by Dr Emma Edwards-Jones.
Six free workshops are being offered to the owners and managers of tourism businesses in north-west Wales. Issues addressed in the workshops will include energy efficiency, waste management, local produce, marketing and promoting public transport.
The workshops were initiated by the Snowdonia Society in 2006 with Emma at the helm. Find out how you could become a trailblazing 'Green Tourism' business.
Outdoor Charter Group - 24/02/2010
A meeting was recently held at Plas Tan y Bwlch to discuss if Snowdonia would benefit from the development of an outdoor charter. Activity providers would be able to sign up to demonstrate their commitment to good working practice in helping ensure that they minimise any potential negative environmental impact. The well attended meeting began with a presentation from Tom Luddington who runs The Pembrokeshire Outdoor Charter Group (POGC). He outlined what the Group has achieved in that county, the benefits to members and some of the difficulties the POGC has faced. The development of a similar outdoor charter is being established for the Brecon Beacons.
MountainSafe - 26/12/2009
The MountainSafe initiative calls for walkers and climbers to be fully prepared before venturing on to the hills of Snowdonia this winter. Tim Bird, of North Wales Police, one of the organisations behind the campaign, said: "We want people to continue to come and enjoy the beautiful mountains of North Wales, but before they set out they need to ask themselves are they properly clothed and equipped; do they know the weather forecast; have they got the mountain skills needed for the terrain they're about to tackle? Only hours after making the appeal before the Christmas and New Year period there were two incidents involving 'tracksuit and trainer' walkers on Snowdon having to be rescued.
Gorgeous Gorges - 04/09/2009
A new DVD highlights why Wales' wooded gorges and ravines are extremely important wildlife habitats and the need for recreational users to tread lightly. In the 15 minute programme presented by Plantlife ecologist, Ray Woods, he explains that these places are: "Our ecological equivalent of the rain forest." Some of the moss, liverwort and lichen colonies found within these damp confines are internationally rare and protected by European legislation. Copies of the DVD will be distributed to outdoor education and recreation providers. For details of how to get a copy and to see what the DVD is about, follow the link.
iTry Adventure - 16/07/2009
Last year's successful iTry pilot project was a boost for the economy of the area's growing adventure activity sector. It will be running once again over the school summer holidays but this time with additional activity providers. The iTry scheme is designed to make it easier than ever for both residents and visitors to get a taste of outdoor adventure. Activities can be booked with a single telephone call - 0844 9022970 and the project is supported by a bilingual website.
Internationalism at Heart of Snowdon Race - 07/07/2009
The Snowdon Race is an internationally recognised fixture and one of the most important events on the local calendar. Mountain runners from all over the globe have competed in the Snowdon Race since its inception in 1976, but it is the international team competition that has set the race apart from many other British races. Once again this test of stamina will enjoy TV coverage. There will also be junior races on the day and plenty of stalls and activities for everyone on the starting field. So, bring the family along and support the event.
Snowdonia in Washington - 22/06/2009
Wales will be the featured nation at the 2009 Smithsonian Folklife Festival taking place on Washington's National Mall from 24th - 28th June and during the first week of July. This is an annual, cultural festival run by the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage. Chris Wright, Snowdonia-Active's Chief Exec. will be one of four participants including the Tremadog based adventurer, Eric Jones, representing Wales in the 'Ecotourism' category. He'll be joining a total of around 130 Welsh performers and craftspeople.
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