Public to capture season in words

Entries sought for a 'national nature diary'

People in the Isle of Man, and across the UK, are being encouraged to write about the start of Spring.

The UK Arts and Humanities Research Council is asking for entries to a 'national nature diary' documenting the season's arrival.

There's mounting evidence that climate change is shifting seasonal patterns over the world, which researchers involved in the project, say makes it a crucial time to document.

Mike Collins from the AHRC says the Island has unique snapshots to showcase: (play audio)

If you'd like to get involved you can head to the AHRC website.