15/06/2024  9.00 - 13.30  Blashford North.  Issue of note: First section of post & rail fence, leading to gate into Hanson Plant, had collapsed. All rails dislodged. ? Cause. I reconstructed the section but the first/end post is very loose, reinforcement needed ++ otherwise it will easily be dislodged again.

All six ponies seen. For a time 3 were in the water walking along the shore line, while the other 3 were walking along the shore, ?dissuading the others from coming out. Eventually they did came out when the others held back. ?a bit of tension between the two groups.

Trimmed brambles and nettles as necessary - growth rate increasing ++. All hides appeared OK.

Male adder, 2/3 yr juvenile, seen at base of bank by Goosander hide.