Fantastic News - Take a Bow!

StuartDH · #1 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 03:12 PM

We've just had the most fantastic email from the WWF to say that Wild About Britain has been shortlisted in the 'Best Environmental Website' category for the British Environmental Media Awards 2006!

http://www.bemas.org.uk/

As a community-driven website I hope you all feel as proud as I do that you're being recognised for your outstanding contribution to the environment. You should all be a few inches taller and justifiably proud to let everyone know that you've helped build the website that's a finalist for the BEMAs.

The winner will be announced in London on the 22nd of March, but with such strong competition to just get this far, I think we can all celebrate having made it to the finals as a massive acheivement in itself. Needless to say, we're absolutely over the moon and want to thank everyone for their enormous efforts in getting us to the short-list.

Congratulations and thank you very, very much.

Stu

P.S. Did I mention that I'm over the moon?

Helen · #2 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 03:18 PM

Excellent news. Well done!

Tinkerbell · #3 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 03:36 PM

Having seen all the hard work Stu has put in from day one I'm obviously extremely proud of this achievement and have my fingers crossed for the
22nd.

And a big thankyou from me too, to everyone else who contributes, and who make this charity website such a success. Onwards and upwards!!!

wildone · #4 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 03:52 PM

Congratulations and only 18 months since WAB started. Well done everybody but especially Stuart. Now I know why he burns the midnight oil until the wee small hours so often.

HelenF · #5 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 03:55 PM

That's fantastic! Well done!!

Helen

Oy · #6 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 04:08 PM

Wahoooooo

Great news!

fbcpmike · #7 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 04:34 PM

Credit to all at WAB and to Stuart in particular.
To get such a commendation and in such a short time is an exceptional achievement, congrats.

Stuart, you'll need get the doors widened !.

Boddie · #8 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 05:12 PM

Everybody deserves a massive pat on the back for all their individual efforts. This site has turned into a fantastic community through contributors that have recognised its unique style, and friendly approach, to a plethora of subjects close to all of our hearts.

The name says it all. You're all Wild About Britain. From stunning photography, considered debate, wise words, welcoming advice and the odd joke here and there

I have witnessed this site evolve into a 'right nice place' to sit down with a mug of coffee and chat and learn, with other like minded individuals.

For me, appreciation of my surroundings and the knowledge I have gained from the site is immeasurable. I spent a lot of time on here last year when 'in between jobs', and the site kept me sane. Having time on my hands and the chance to share my experiences with others meant I got out far more often and studied things in greater detail, posting my findings, on the site, and then being educated on the species etc I had encountered by the sites many contributors.

I am now working full time again but am still 'getting in' 6 miles by foot a day and will be back out on the bike when the weather improves.

Those of you that have followed my progress know how you helped me become more proficient in photography and with a better eye for my surroundings.

Some of you even helped me with my exams last year with the acrostic competitions I set up.

Little do all of you know just how much you have helped me over the past year and again, I applaud everybody's efforts.

Pat · #9 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 05:25 PM

Well done Stuart, with all your hard work you definitely deserve all the praise

Mark43 · #10 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 05:44 PM

Nice one

paulthomas · #11 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 05:56 PM

This is fantastic news

Well done everybody

Rodosranger · #12 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 06:09 PM

Great news! Well done to the team responsible for the site

Matt

Dayne · #13 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 06:14 PM

Good news for all concerned and also for the countryside too. With all this positive nature stuff flying around it has to rub off on others.

Well done to Stuart and all others involved in starting and keeping this intriguing site going, excellent!

rlchew · #14 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 06:26 PM

I have only recently joined WAB but I would like to add my "well done" to Stuart, all those involved with the website and all contributors of posts and photos.

This is excellent news and nothing more than WAB deserves.

Keep up the good work everyone and make it even better!

John · #15 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 06:27 PM

See, it is worth burning the midnight oil Stu.

You reep what you sow and to Stuart and his helpers a big thank you for working so hard on this website. You fully deserve the accolades that have already been bestowed upon you. Wouldn't it be great if even higher accolades were to come your way.

Congrats to not only the backroom staff but all contributing members that have also put in their time to make the forum an interesting, and relaxing, place to be.

John

nightshade · #16 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 06:28 PM

You are all really very good!

Fourwings · #17 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 06:49 PM

It's well deserved recognition for Stu and his team for all their hard work and dedication, well done and thanks for providing a site that gives so much enjoyment to all who use it.
Long may it continue.

digi · #18 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 06:51 PM

Well done Stuart, you have done a fantastic job.

Boddie · #19 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 07:06 PM

Digi

Your photos have helped somewhat, which is the point I was trying to make earlier. As well as the back office staff, it's great that it's everyone that has made the site work. All the moderators, gallery editors, techies etc are completely unpaid - it's a great collaboration of volunteers and members joining to help out wherever they can. I can't think of anywhere else quite like it, and certainly none that do it so well

wildone · #20 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 07:18 PM

Boddie, you've certainly done your bit in spreading the good news about WAB and encouraging new members whenever you can.

digi · #21 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Boddie

Digi

Your photos have helped somewhat, which is the point I was trying to make earlier. As well as the back office staff, it's great that it's everyone that has made the site work. All the moderators, gallery editors, techies etc are completely unpaid - it's a great collaboration of volunteers and members joining to help out wherever they can. I can't think of anywhere else quite like it, and certainly none that do it so well

Thanks Boddie its a good team and I think we all enjoy it, although I think its Stuart that holds us all together.

Now we want the 1000th member and 5000th image ;-)

Boddie · #22 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 07:27 PM

He's like a pub landlord and has answered many a PM late into the night.

glsammy · #23 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 07:50 PM

Well done everyone, great news for a great site.
You lot have helped me considerably over the last 3 months.(Is it only three months?) I look forward to more worthy recognition to Stu and all.

matt_xyz · #24 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 07:52 PM

I only discovered this site recently, but I also think it is excellent. To someone such as myself who has always been interested in natural history and photography the site is ideal. All those involved deserve a pat on the back and it's no surprise to me that the site is being considered for awards.

Matt

Tragus · #25 (**permalink**) 27-02-2006, 08:16 PM

Congratulations on your exciting news!!!!
Well done to Stu and all his crew

Thanks for providing not only an informative website, but also a friendly homely atmosphere.
Cheers and congrats again

Jo