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Saturday 1st October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Thames Barge Trip 1
Join us at Ipswich (Haven Marina) for a day's birdwatching along the Rivers Orwell & Stour. Fully catered trip. Booking in advance is essential.
Location: Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre, Church Rd, Layer-de-la-Haye,
Colchester, CO2 0EU
Time: 10:30-16:30
Cost: £45 per person.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 738172
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Optics Day 5
Come and try before you buy from our range of optical equipment. Expert advice on hand.
Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Essex, RM4 1QH
Time: 11:00-16:00
Cost: Free event, donations welcomed.
Contact: Telephone: 01708 748646
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Andy Web Wildlife Photography
We are delighted to welcome Andy back to Fingringhoe Wick with his stunning wildlife photographs. Photographs are available to both view or purchase.
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 9:00-17:00
Cost: Normal entry donations apply.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
Basildon Natural History Society
Fungi Foray
Joint meeting with Essex Field Club. Time, Date and further details to be announced.
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Contact: Brian Dawson 01268 491540
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Sunday 2nd October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Optics Day 11
Are you just starting out in birdwatching and don't know where to begin, looking to upgrade those old binoculars or thinking about getting your first telescope? Come along to Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre and let our friendly Optics Team help and advise you. Our range of binoculars, telescopes, tripods and accessories, carefully selected for quality, price and value for money, will be on display so you can try before you buy. Includes Opticron and Hawke. Special offers and secondhand goods available.
Location: Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre, Church Rd, Layer-de-la-Haye,
Colchester, CO2 0EU
Time: 10:00-16:00
Cost: Admission free .
Contact: Telephone: 01206 738172
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Thames Barge Trip 2
Join us at Ipswich (Haven Marina) for a day's birdwatching along the Rivers Orwell & Stour. Fully catered trip. Booking in advance is essential.
Location: Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre, Church Rd, Layer-de-la-Haye,
Colchester, CO2 0EU
Time: 10:30-16:30
Cost: £45 per person.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 738172
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Andy Web Wildlife Photography
We are delighted to welcome Andy back to Fingringhoe Wick with his stunning wildlife photographs. Photographs are available to both view or purchase.
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 9:00-17:00
Cost: Normal entry donations apply.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Photographic Workshop Macro
Not getting the results you want? Then book yourself onto Daniel's informative workshop. Daniel will guide you so you can achieve the results of a PRO!. Bring your camera equipment and a packed lunch.
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 10:00-16:00
Cost: Donation £40 per person. Please telephone the visitor centre for more information or to book your place.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Binocular Day
Looking for a new pair or wanting to upgrading your binoculars?Then come along to Fingringhoe Wick. See our range of optics and have a chat with our friendly optics expert.
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 11:00-16:00
Cost: Free event. No booking required.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST - Uttlesford Local Group
Work Party Harrison Sayer
Conservation work parties start at 9.30am (but you can arrive later) and generally run until lunchtime. They involve practical conservation work on our reserves. Wear old clothes, tough gloves and boots/wellies and bring something to drink and eat. Non-Members are welcome at all our events and work parties. Mid Week Work Parties. We also run mid week work parties, not shown on this list, mainly made up of retired people, and we are always looking for new volunteers.
Location: Harrison Sayer: TL557441
Time: 9:30-13:00
Cost:
Contact: Paul Salvidge (01279 814153) or Mike Rowley (01799 550378) Event details are also shown on www.uttlesford-wildlife.org.uk
RSPB
The Sunday Stroll
Join one of our experts to discover the wonderful wildlife on the reserve. This is the perfect opportunity to improve your identification skills, meet like-minded people and walk off that Sunday lunch!
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ - View location on Google Maps
Time: 1pm start
Cost: RSPB member: £4.00, Wildlife explorer member: £1.50. adult non-member: £5.00, child non- member: £2.00. This does not inlcude reserve entry fees
Contact: Telephone: 01708 899840 E-mail: rainham.marshes@rspb.org.uk
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Monday 3rd October 2011 |
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Tuesday 4th October 2011 |
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Wednesday 5th October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
50th Anniversary Walk Through Time
As part of the Fingringhoe Wick 50th Anniversary Celebrations we are offering the opportunity to join us for a guided walk around the reserve, followed by hot tea or coffee after you have discovered the reserves history. As part of the Fingringhoe Wick 50th Anniversary Celebrations we are offering the opportunity to join us for a guided walk around the reserve, followed by hot tea or coffee after you have discovered the reserves history.
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 10:30-12:00
Cost: Free event. No booking required.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
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Thursday 6th October 2011 |
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Friday 7th October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Little Bugs Club
A weekly club for the under 5's, accompanied by parent(s). The club runs in 8 week themes, which range from camping to seashore to minibeasts. The first half of the session is an outdoor activity followed by snacks and finishing off with songs and stories. Squash, fruit and biscuits for the children and teas and coffees for parents are included in the price.
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 10:00-11:30
Cost: Donation £4 for one child, £5 for two children and £7 for three children. Please telephone for more information or to book your place.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
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Saturday 8th October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Art Workshop
Trevor Harwood invites you to a workshop in any media with emphasis on 'Painting in the park' (weather permitting) Please bring your own paints, paper,field easel etc. Good quality paper at cost available on the day. Coffee and tea provided but you will need to bring a packed lunch.
Location: Thorndon Country Park, Thorndon Park North, The Avenue, Brentwood, Essex, CM13 3RZ
Time: 10:00-16:30
Cost: £35 per person requested. Pre-booking essential. Limited places.
Contact: Telephone:01277 232944
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST - Brentwood and Billericay Local Group
NT Hatfield Forest - Half Day Walk
Autumn Walk in NT Hatfield Forest- Looking at fungi. For car sharing meet at Council Offices South Car Park,Ingrave Road,Brentwood at 9.00am unless otherwise stated. If going direct, telephone first in case of last-minute alterations.
Location: Meet 10.30 in Shell Car Park (£4.60 for non-members) CM22 6NE, off B1256.
Time: 10:30-13:00
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Contact: Paula Closs 01277 355541
RSPB
Wildlife Explorers Club
Are you aged 8-12 and enjoy the outdoors, adventures, wildlife and having fun? If so, then join us to explore and discover the natural world on your doorstep at Rainham Marshes. Come prepared for the weather. Booking and registration to the club is essential.
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ - View location on Google Maps
Time: 10.30 am-12.30 pm
Cost: Wildlife Explorer Members £1.50, non-members £3.50 - Booking essential
Contact: Telephone: 01708 899840 E-mail: rainham.marshes@rspb.org.uk
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Sunday 9th October 2011 |
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RSPB
Off The Beaten Track
A great opportunity to get close to some of the small mammals that live on our reserve away from the hustle and bustle of the visitor paths! Rainham Marshes is a nationally important place for water voles, and our experts will give you a fascinating insight into the lives of these elusive creatures.
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ - View location on Google Maps
Time: 11am-1.00pm
Cost: RSPB member: £4.00, Wildlife explorer member: £1.50. adult non-member: £5.00, child non- member: £2.00. This does not inlcude reserve entry fees - Booking essential
Contact: Telephone: 01708 899840 E-mail: rainham.marshes@rspb.org.uk
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Monday 10th October 2011 |
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The Wick Country Park
Wick Weeders
2nd & 4th Monday of each month
Location:.Meet at the Wick Pavilion, The Wick Country Park, Tresco Way Wickford SS12 9LD
Time: 1.30pm
Cost:
More information: For full details see our website www.friendsofthewickcountrypark.co.uk
Contact : Nikki Gibson on 01268 734293 or email : mikenikki@supanet.com
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Tuesday 11th October 2011 |
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Wednesday 12th October 2011 |
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Basildon Natural History Society
Deserts Geese and cranes of south west USA
An illustrated talk by Bill Coster.
Location: Dinning room at Laindon Community Centre, Aston Road, Laindon, SS15 6NX
Time: 20:00-22:00
Cost: Non members are most welcome; a donation of £1.00 is requested. BNHS and EWT members 50p. .
Contact: Brian Dawson 01268 491540
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST - Maldon & South Woodham Ferrers Local Group
An Introduction to The British Trust for Ornithology
Illustrated talk by BTO Local Rep., Matt Shuter giving an overview of the BTO, including a brief history, the work they currently undertake, the value of volunteers to the organisation and how you can get involved and help to conserve wildlife.
Location: Friends Meeting House, Butt Lane, Maldon, CM9 5HD. Butt Lane car park is opposite
Time: 8 - 10pm
Cost: £1.50 donation requested.
Contact: Phil Luke on 01621 853969 or email phil@boxlodge.demon.co.uk .
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Thursday 13th October 2011 |
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RSPB
Bulgaria - A Birder's and Botanist's Dream
Ann Scott will be giving a slide show entitled "Bulgaria - A Birder's Dream." Ann worked for the RSPB for many years as Senior Wildlife Advisor and has used her experience to train field staff abroad. This talk is the result of one such project and should be a very exciting prospect.
Please note: this event is run by an RSPB volunteer group and organised for group members and interested members of the local community. Therefore, facilities and number of places may be limited.
Location: Cramphorn Theatre, Fairfield Road, Chelmsford. View location on Google Maps
Time: 8.00 pm
Cost: Adults £3.50, paying Group Members £3.00, children £1.00.
Contact: Telephone: 01621 892045
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Friday 14th October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Little Bugs Club
A weekly club for the under 5's, accompanied by parent(s). The club runs in 8 week themes, which range from camping to seashore to minibeasts. The first half of the session is an outdoor activity followed by snacks and finishing off with songs and stories. Squash, fruit and biscuits for the children and teas and coffees for parents are included in the price.
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 10:00-11:30
Cost: Donation £4 for one child, £5 for two children and £7 for three children. Please telephone for more information or to book your place.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
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Saturday 15th October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Optics Day 12
Are you just starting out in birdwatching and don't know where to begin, looking to upgrade those old binoculars or thinking about getting your first telescope? Come along to Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre and let our friendly Optics Team help and advise you. Our range of binoculars, telescopes, tripods and accessories, carefully selected for quality, price and value for money, will be on display so you can try before you buy. Includes Opticron and Hawke. Special offers and secondhand goods available.
Location: Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre, Church Rd, Layer-de-la-Haye,
Colchester, CO2 0EU
Time: 10:00-16:00
Cost: Admission free .
Contact: Telephone: 01206 738172
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Thames Barge Trip 3
Join us as we set sail from Brightlingsea for a day's birdwatching along the Rivers Colne & Blackwater. Fully catered trip. Booking in advance is essential.
Location: Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre, Church Rd, Layer-de-la-Haye,
Colchester, CO2 0EU
Time: 10:30-15:30
Cost: £45 per person.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 738172
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST - Braintree Local Group
Fungal Foray
Guide-Tony Boniface.
Location: Brookes Reserve, Stisted (Map Ref TL808268) .
Time: 14:00-16:00
Cost: Suggested donation £3 per person..
Contact: Roger Smith 01787 477914
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST - Uttlesford Local Group
Fungus Foray
Non-Members are welcome at all our events and work parties.
Location: At Aubrey Buxton Reserve.
Time: 14:30-16:30
Cost:
Contact: Paul Salvidge (01279 814153)
RSPB
Kid's birdwatching club
Are you a budding birdwatcher? Then why not join us on these special days held once a month? Explore the reserve through the seasons, watching and learning about the birds that visit and live here. Children must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book.
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ - View location on Google Maps
Time: 10.00 am-12.30 pm
Cost: Wildlife Explorers members: £2.50, non-members: £5
Contact: Telephone: 01708 899840 E-mail: rainham.marshes@rspb.org.uk
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Sunday 16th October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Birding Day Out
oin our expert leaders for a day of field trips to various local sites. We'll use our up-to-date local knowledge to take you to the best places to see the birds. Bring a packed lunch.
Location: Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre, Church Rd, Layer-de-la-Haye,
Colchester, CO2 0EU
Time: 10:00-16:00
Cost: Donation £20 per person. Numbers are limited so please book early. .
Contact: Telephone: 01206 738172
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Thames Barge Trip 4
Join us as we set sail from Brightlingsea for a day's birdwatching along the Rivers Colne & Blackwater. Fully catered trip. Booking in advance is essential.
Location: Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre, Church Rd, Layer-de-la-Haye,
Colchester, CO2 0EU
Time: 11:00-16:00
Cost: £45 per person.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 738172
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Autumn Apple Day
Join us to celebrate all things autumn, with a range of locally grown apples and apple juice for sale, craft tables, children's activities and more.
Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Essex, RM4 1QH
Time: 10:00-16:00
Cost: Free event, donations to Essex Wildlife Trust welcomed. Donations requested for some activities, and bring extra money to buy things from the craft stall holders!
Contact: Telephone: 01708 748646
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Monday 17th October 2011 |
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Tuesday 18th October 2011 |
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Wednesday 19th October 2011 |
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Thursday 20th October 2011 |
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Friday 21st October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Little Bugs Club
A weekly club for the under 5's, accompanied by parent(s). The club runs in 8 week themes, which range from camping to seashore to minibeasts. The first half of the session is an outdoor activity followed by snacks and finishing off with songs and stories. Squash, fruit and biscuits for the children and teas and coffees for parents are included in the price.
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 10:00-11:30
Cost: Donation £4 for one child, £5 for two children and £7 for three children. Please telephone for more information or to book your place.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
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Saturday 22nd October 2011 |
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RSPB
Christmas Fayre
A sale of Christmas goods, plants, bric-a-brac, cakes, books, bird food, prints, jigsaw puzzles, knitteds etc.
Please note: this event is run by an RSPB volunteer group and organised for group members and interested members of the local community. Therefore, facilities and number of places may be limited.
Location: The Ingatestone and Fryerning Club Hall, 7 High Street, Ingatestone. View location on Google Maps
Time: 10.00 am to 1.00 pm
Cost: By donation.
Contact: Telephone: 01621 892 045
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Sunday 23rd October 2011 |
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RSPB
Fungi Foray
This is one of the best fungi sites in the area. Led by a local expert, and we will find and learn about many varieties.
Please note: this event is run by an RSPB volunteer group and organised for group members and interested members of the local community. Therefore, facilities and number of places may be limited.
Location: Stour Wood, Wrabness View location on Google Maps
Time: 1 pm to 3 pm.
Cost: Members: Adults £3, Children £1. Non-members: Adults £4, Children £2. Children muist be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential
Contact: Telephone: 01206 391153 or 01206 392119 E-mail: stourestuary@rspb.org.uk
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Monday 24th October 2011 |
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The Wick Country Park
Wick Weeders
2nd & 4th Monday of each month
Location:.Meet at the Wick Pavilion, The Wick Country Park, Tresco Way Wickford SS12 9LD
Time: 1.30pm
Cost:
More information: For full details see our website www.friendsofthewickcountrypark.co.uk
Contact : Nikki Gibson on 01268 734293 or email : mikenikki@supanet.com
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Tuesday 25th October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Wildlife Discovery Day - Autumn Adventures
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 10:30-15:00
Cost: Donation £10.00 per child. Please telephone the visitor centre for more information or to book your place.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
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Wednesday 26th October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Caterpillar PreSchool Club
Activity morning for Pre-school age children at Bedfords Park. Takes place on the last Wednesday morning of every month and every Wednesday monring in the school summer holidays Nature and wildlife themed morning with outdoor and indoor activities. Exploring nature and the out doors, natural play, arts, crafts and lots more! Out door and indoor activities so come dressed for going outside! Feel free to bring a packed lunch which you can sit and eat after the ativities.
Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Essex, RM4 1QH
Time: 10:00-12:00
Cost: £5 per child Booking and payment in advance essential
Contact: Telephone: 01708 748646
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Family Nature Day - Halloween Craft
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 10:30-12:00
Cost: Donation £5.00 per child. Please telephone the visitor centre for more information or to book your place.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Family Nature Day - Autumn Treasure
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 13:00-14:30
Cost: Donation £5.00 per child. Please telephone the visitor centre for more information or to book your place.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
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Thursday 27th October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Owl Evening 2
Phil Eckett from Owlwise will be giving a talk and flying his owls in the centre - a wonderful evening for all the family that the weather can’t spoil.
Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Essex, RM4 1QH
Time: 19:00-21:00
Cost: A donation of £6 per person is required and booking is essential.
Contact: Telephone: 01708 748646
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Fingringhoe Explorers
A full day of bushcraft activities: Shelter building, campfire cooking and bushcraft skills.
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 10:30-15:00
Cost: Donation £10.00 per child. Please telephone the visitor centre for more information or to book your place.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
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Friday 28th October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Howling Halloween
Join us for a night of spooky fun, ghoulish games and wicked walks.
Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Essex, RM4 1QH
Time: 18:00-21:00
Cost: A donation of £6.00 per person is required and booking is absolutely essential. This event will get fully booked very quickly, so reserve your spaces today! .
Contact: Telephone: 01708 748646
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Little Bugs Club
A weekly club for the under 5's, accompanied by parent(s). The club runs in 8 week themes, which range from camping to seashore to minibeasts. The first half of the session is an outdoor activity followed by snacks and finishing off with songs and stories. Squash, fruit and biscuits for the children and teas and coffees for parents are included in the price.
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 10:00-11:30
Cost: Donation £4 for one child, £5 for two children and £7 for three children. Please telephone for more information or to book your place.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Family Nature Day - Halloween Eve
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 17:00-19:00
Cost: Donation £5.00 per child. Please telephone the visitor centre for more information or to book your place.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 729678
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Saturday 29th October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Thames Barge Trip 5
Join us at Maldon for an interesting combination of a guided walk along the sea wall from Hythe Quay, followed by lunch on board the barge and a two-hour sail on the River Blackwater. Booking in advance is essential.
Location: Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre, Church Rd, Layer-de-la-Haye,
Colchester, CO2 0EU
Time: 10:30-15:30
Cost: £27.50 per person.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 738172
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Geology of Essex
How the basement on which Essex is constructed came into being, its wanderings around the globe over the ensuing millenia and the dramatic shifts in climate and sea level that have occurred throughout this journey. Fieldwork to take place at Chafford Gorges, an excellent example of these events, at least over the last 100 million years. Course leader: Mike Sandison
Location: Chafford Gorges visitor centre, Drake Rd, Chafford Hundred, Grays, Thurrock, RM16 7RG
Time: 10:00-16:00
Cost: Requested Donation: £30.00 per person
Contact: Please telephone Abbotts Hall Farm on 01621 862960 or email: admin@essexwt.org.uk for more information or to book your place.
RSPB
Fun with Fungi
This is a children's events, though they must be accompanied by an adult. As well as finding various fungi in the wood, there will be games and activities on a fungi theme. Great fun for kids, but mum and dad will enjoy it too!
Location: Stour Wood, Wrabness View location on Google Maps
Time: 10 am to 12 noon
Cost: Children - RSPB Explorers Club members £2, non members £4. Accompanying adults free.. Booking essential
Contact: Telephone: 01206 391153 or 01206 392119 E-mail: stourestuary@rspb.org.uk
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Sunday 30th October 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Thames Barge Trip 6
Join us at Maldon for an interesting combination of a guided walk along the sea wall from Hythe Quay, followed by lunch on board the barge and a two-hour sail on the River Blackwater. Booking in advance is essential.
Location: Abberton Reservoir Visitor Centre, Church Rd, Layer-de-la-Haye,
Colchester, CO2 0EU
Time: 10:00-15:00
Cost: £27.50 per person.
Contact: Telephone: 01206 738172
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST - Uttlesford Local Group
Work Party Limefield Pit
Conservation work parties start at 9.30am (but you can arrive later) and generally run until lunchtime. They involve practical conservation work on our reserves. Wear old clothes, tough gloves and boots/wellies and bring something to drink and eat. Non-Members are welcome at all our events and work parties. Mid Week Work Parties. We also run mid week work parties, not shown on this list, mainly made up of retired people, and we are always looking for new volunteers.
Location: Limefield Pit: TL540395
Time: 9:30-13:00
Cost:
Contact: Paul Salvidge (01279 814153) or Mike Rowley (01799 550378) Event details are also shown on www.uttlesford-wildlife.org.uk
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST - Maldon & South Woodham Ferrers Local Group
Bird Watching Walk at Blue House Farm
A walk around Blue House Farm to see wading birds and wildfowl as they return for the winter months.
Location: Meet in the car park at Blue House Farm, North Fambridge CM3 6NA.
Time: 10am to 12:30pm
Cost: Adults £2, Children £1
Contact: Please phone 01621 740687 to book a place..
RSPB
The Sunday Stroll
Join one of our experts to discover the wonderful wildlife on the reserve. This is the perfect opportunity to improve your identification skills, meet like-minded people and walk off that Sunday lunch!
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ - View location on Google Maps
Time: 1pm start
Cost: RSPB member: £4.00, Wildlife explorer member: £1.50. adult non-member: £5.00, child non- member: £2.00. This does not inlcude reserve entry fees
Contact: Telephone: 01708 899840 E-mail: rainham.marshes@rspb.org.uk
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Monday 31st October 2011 |
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