Tamar Valley National Landscape is asking visitors and residents to capture the essence of nature in the Tamar Valley this year.

Based on the Japanese tradition of observing micro seasons, 30 Nature Notes will celebrate the Tamar Valley throughout the year in photos, videos and even drawings. The notes will observe the shifting seasons in the 30th anniversary year of the area’s designation as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) - recently renamed as Tamar Valley National Landscape.

Whether it’s spotting the first snowdrops emerging, hearing a cuckoo or nightjar, tasting the first strawberry, or smelling the first hay harvest, the organisation is asking people to send in the things they notice while out and about in the Tamar Valley.

Charlotte Dancer, on behalf of Tamar Valley National Landscape, said: “We’re keen to encourage people to spend more time in nature, noticing the small detail and connecting more with nature and the changing seasons, to benefit their health and wellbeing.

“It is hoped that this connection will lead to greater awareness and understanding of our protected landscape and its special qualities: rare valley and water landscape; landscape of high visual quality; unique wildlife resource; remarkable heritage; landscape of artistic and public appeal, and will encourage people to adopt nature-friendly practises and make small differences to their everyday lives to benefit nature.”

People are being asked to send in a brief note of their observation including date, time and location, with their photo or short video or drawing to [email protected].

The Nature Notes will be exhibited in December 2025, with regular posts appearing on social media throughout the year.