March 28th, 2010
Fossil Fools Weekend
Protesters from West Midlands Climate Action together with local activists are currently camping at the Huntington Lane Surface Mine Site to claim the land. The area is the proposed site of an open-cast mine. The decision was taken to take up camp after discovering that trees had been felled in the area, indicating that works were due to begin.
West Midlands Climate Action will be holding a weekend gathering at the site as part of Fossil Fools day from Thursday 1st to Sunday 4th April. The weekend will include; a ramble over the proposed Huntington Lane Surface Mine Site, Banner drops, campaign planning and most importantly carrying out any work on site that needs doing to help establish a permanent base on site.
Organizers are keen for as many people as possible to come a show their support, be it for the whole weekend of just a day – all support will be very much appreciated.
The camp is situated a 20 minute walk from Wellington station which is just outside of Telford. If you’re interested in finding out more check out the blog at the following address: http://wmclimateaction.wordpress.com