The Story Behind It All

The Story Behind It All

"My name is Tonya Knights and I have been passionate about wildlife & nature, in particular all things ornithology for as long as I can remember. Whilst out one day with my parents, I rescued my first duckling when I was about 6 years old and named it 'quackers'. My Grandparents had a love of nature, wildlife & conservation which inspired my brothers, sisters and I to feel the same from an early age. 

 I have always admired birds of prey, but my interest continued to grow after receiving my gift of life in the form of a Kidney Transplant. I then went on to completed my first Falconry course with Falconer Patricia Worden over 20 years ago. Since then although I wouldn't have thought possible, my love of nature, wildlife conservation, particularly all things feathered has grown and continues to do so. 

 One day back in 2015, I met my good friend Sandra Dalzell on a visit to see Happisburgh Owls with my nieces & we soon became firm friends. Six years on we have a lovely personal and business friendship. From there my love for owls & all birds of prey continued to blossom, so much so, I have my own feathered family who I absolutely adore. Learning doesn't have an age limit, so I also studied a course with the Horticultural Correspondence College on 'Countryside Conservation'. 

I personally believe that all children even those with just a little 'wonderment' can be encouraged to feel empowered to nurture all things nature, no matter where they live, or the size of their outside space. So that's why 'Hoot with Me Community Interest Company' was born. We have an absolutely wonderful team of like-minded people , and along with our newly formed Youth Conservation Council, we meet lots of amazing students and I can not wait to continue to do so. If you are interested in hearing more about 'Hoot With Me Community Interest Company', please get in touch, I would personally love to hear from you". 

More recently, we have set up a purpose driven life style brand, and the story behind that can be found in our Global Conservation section.

Take a look at this press article in the Eastern Daily Press Newspaper to read more about the story behind it all!
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