FOUNDATIONS AND AIMS

THE EXMOOR SOCIETY  was formed initially to protest about the proposed afforestation of the Chains in 1959 and later to save the moorland from ploughing and fencing.   Although successful in these tasks there are still threats to the moorlands today but they are more complex and difficult to solve as the Society's recent report, 'Moorlands at a Crossroads', shows. There are also new pressures on Exmoor including changes in farming and climate and their impact on the wildlife; increasisng recreational demands and development and problems in the delivery of rural services. The Society continues to monitor these changes and campaigns for sustainable solutions.

As well as seeking to conserve as much of the wild moorland and heritage as possible the Society wants:

In pursuit of these aims, the Exmoor Society works with other like minded bodies.

Samuel Foss Conservation Award

The Society presents annually the 'Samuel Foss Conservation Award' to people who have contributed significantly to the conservation of Exmoor. In 2006 the Award went to John and Pat Dixon for their commitment to conservation in many areas including their work at West Somerset Railway, Luckbarrow ad woodcock Gardens. The 2005 Award was given to CARE Devon at Blackerton for their boardwalk and woodland areas..

Nominations for the award must be received by 31st May each year. Nominations should state the full name and adress of the nominee and such personal details as are relevant. They should give as full an account as possible of the activities which, in the opinion of the proposer, justify consideration for the award. Where possible documentary and supporting evidence would be helpful but in any event all nominations should be seconded by someone in a position to verify the statements made in the nomination. the full name and address of both the proposer and the seconder should be given in the nomination.

THE EXMOOR REVIEW the Society's annual publication, continues to be read, enjoyed and appreciated by many people.   The editors, Linda Findlay and Brian Pearce, are to be congratulated on their continuing dedication and success.   Contributions from members and non-members alike are always welcomed, subject to suitability.   If you have an article that you would like to submit for possible inclusion in the Exmoor Review, please send it, marked for the attention of the editor, to the Exmoor Review, Parish Rooms, Dulverton, Somerset TA22 9DP.  Contributions for the 2008 edition must be received by 31st May 2007 preferably on disk and saved in rich text format.

The latest edition 2007 is available from Parish Rooms, Dulverton, Somerset. TA22 9DP. Cost £3.95

The Review is included as part of the membership. (see Join us for membership form)

Back copies of the Review are also available (p.o.a.)