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NFDOG celebrate 25th anniversary

It all began with an angry meeting...
The New Forest Dog Owners Group has celebrated 25 years since it was formed in 2001. With 1100 members, NFDOG is the largest user group in the New Forest, promoting responsible dog ownership and protecting the freedom to walk with dogs. The National Park Authority believes around 10,000 dog walks take place each day across the forest, by far the largest recreational group. After Foot and Mouth in 2001, the Forest Commission lifted many of the restrictions such as use of car parks and allowing Commoners…

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Bag it - Bin It