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Bourne Woods wildlife ranger William McLaughlin retires after 38 years
Overview
William McLaughlin has retired after spending 37 years as a Forestry England wildlife ranger at Bourne Woods in Lincolnshire, concluding a 38-year career dedicated to conservation and deer management.
Key points
- William McLaughlin spent 37 years working as a Forestry England wildlife ranger at Bourne Woods in Lincolnshire.
- His role focused on conservation and deer management to protect young vegetation and support native tree regeneration.
- Prior to moving to Lincolnshire in 1990, he spent 15 years as a gamekeeper in Scotland's Western Isles.
- Forestry England manager Scott Martin praised McLaughlin's passion, expertise, and dedication to the forests.
- McLaughlin stated that he plans to remain a familiar face in the woods during his retirement.