Teacher in Wiltshire

[oceanroc]

Hello, I joined this forum a few days ago and am really enjoying it.
I have been photographing and trying to identify trees fanatically for the past few years. I am finding willows and elms particularly headache-inducing! I am writing a book about British trees including photos, pressed leaved, old folk-lore and anything at all about trees that is of interest.
Apart from that I am an ex-Oceanographer, ex-Royal Navy Lieutenant, and have been teaching for 12 years (in and out of the Armed Forces). I currently teach boys with Emotional and Behavioural Problems in a private school near Salisbury. I mostly try to teach them to say nice things to each other but officially it is maths and science.
I love trees, birds, animals, children, sailing and my garden. Probably almost in that order although my husband of course comes top of the list.
I really look forward to talking to people on this forum and to learning more about this wonderful world we live in.
Oceanroc

[oceanroc]

[quote=oceanroc;120591][font="Comic Sans MS"]Hello, I joined this forum a few days ago and am really enjoying it.
I have been photographing and trying to identify trees fanatically for the past few years. I am finding willows and elms particularly headache-inducing! I am writing a book about British trees including photos, pressed leaved, old folk-lore and anything at all about trees that is of interest.
Apart from that I am an ex-Oceanographer, ex-Royal Navy Lieutenant, and have been teaching for 12 years (in and out of the Armed Forces). I currently teach boys with Emotional and Behavioural Problems in a private school near Salisbury. I mostly try to teach them to say nice things to each other but officially it is maths and science.
I love trees, birds, animals, children, sailing and my garden. Probably almost in that order although my husband of course comes top of the list.
I really look forward to talking to people on this forum and to learning more about this wonderful world we live in.
Oceanroc

Not all those who wander are lost

[agrumpycow]

Hello Oceanroc, welcome and I hope you enjoy the site. Your book sounds interesting

[Monkster]

Hello Oceanroc
And welcome to the wonderful world of WAB!!
Your enthusiasm and knowledge will be a real asset here!!
As you have probably found out already there is always something happening and it is a really friendly place to be!!
I'm sure you'll enjoy yourself here....Have fun!!
Suzanne

[goosey]

Hello Oceanroc! You sound as if you have such an interesting life and experiences - so being a member of WAB will just be an exciting extension of your CV .
I wish you luck with your book and welcome you to WAB - enjoy yourself here!

[buzfuz8149]

Hi Oceanroc,

A warm welcome to WAB, I am sure you will fit right in, looking forward to your posts and photos.

Carol.

[Ollie]

Hi Oceanroc, and a warm welcome from me. I'm sure you will find plenty to interest you on the best wildlife site on the net. Enjoy
Roger

[nutmeg]

Hi Oceanroc, welcome to WAB. I look forward to seeing your posts and photos.

(I'm also a teacher of children with emotional and behavioural problems - mostly boys but a few girls occasionally)

[Deer Stalker]

Hi Oceanroc.

[demicav]

Hello Oceanroc. Sounds like you have a busy, interesting life there. I'm really looking forward to your posts and any photos you post up. Welcome.

[targetman]

hi rachel
welcome to this wonderful forum im sure you will be a big asset to wab with all your experience i like lots of others look forward to your future post targetman.