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Thursday 1st September 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Summer Wildlife Safari
Spend the morning exploring the park on a wildlife adventure.
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
Blackberry Picking Afternoon
Gathering Blackberries in the park and then make a delicious dessert!
Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Essex, RM4 1QH
Time: 13:30-15:30
Cost: £5 per child Booking and payment in advance 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
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
The sky's the limit!
Come and have a go at making bottle rockets and see how far yours will go! Be prepared to get wet! Suitable for accompanied over 6 years old
Location: Thorndon Country Park, Thorndon Park North, The Avenue, Brentwood, Essex, CM13 3RZ
Time: 10:30-12:30 & 14:00-16:00
Cost: A donation of £5 per child per session requested. Pre-booking essential.
Contact: Telephone:01277 232944
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Friday 2nd September 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Conservation Club 6
Our regular conservation day for young volunteers. Normally takes place on Fridays in school holidays. An opportunity for young adults to volunteer at Bedfords Park, meet new people, learn new skills and help look after this beautiful park. All activities supervised. Bring a packed lunch and wear suitable clothing and footwear for working out doors. Suitable for secondary school age young adults (11 years and older) Booking in advance essential.
Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Essex, RM4 1QH
Time: 10:00-15:00
Contact: Telephone: 01708 748646
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Wild Evening Out
Spend a summer evening at Bedfords Park on a Wild Evening Out. Campfire and marshmallow toasting followed by an evening walk around the park looking for wildlife. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for evening outdoor activities.
Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Essex, RM4 1QH
Time: 18:00-21:00
Cost: £8 donation per person. Booking and payment in advance essential.
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 - Junk Modelling Marine Themed
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
RSPB
Beginners birdwatching walk
A weekly ramble around the reserve every Friday. You will encounter the birds, mammals, insects and plants that make the marsh their home, throughout the changing seasons. Ideal for people new to bird watching and wildlife. No need to book
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ
Time: 10 am 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
RSPB
Bat and Moth Night
Come with us and discover the fascinating world of bats and delve into the lives of moths. Bring a torch. Booking essential
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ - View location on Google Maps
Time: 7.00 pm-9.30 pm
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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Saturday 3rd September 2011 |
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RSPB
Wild and Rubbish
Following on from the Shoreline Scavenge (20th August).... Wild and Rubbish will be a fun opportunity for you to help us create 'People Perches'. Using the weird and wonderful array of materials we have reclaimed from the Saltmarsh edges in our Shoreline Scavenge, you will be creating equally strange but beautiful forms which will serve as resting places for the human visitors to Wallasea. No previous creative experience necessary, just a sense of fun and will to recycle whatever we have found.
Location: Wallasea Island SS4 2HD
Time: 10am to 4pm
Cost: free - Booking essential
Contact: Telephone: 01268 498626 E-mail: hilary.hunter@rspb.org.uk
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Sunday 4th September 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Optics Day 9
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
Our Native Trees
Native woodlands and the way they have been managed are an often-overlooked aspect of our history. The course will begin with an introduction to and history of native woodlands, looking at what defines a native tree and moving on to the state of our woodlands in the present day. It will focus on trees that are likely to be found in the woodlands and hedgerows of Essex and will explain how we identify trees using a combination of clues such as leaves, buds, bark, tree height and location. Simple identification keys will also be discussed. Course leader: Bill Godsafe.
Location: Hanningfield Reservoir Visitor Centre, Hawkswood Road , Downham, Billericay, Essex, CM11 1WT
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.
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST - Uttlesford Local Group
Work Party Rushy Mead
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: Rushy Mead: TL497197 .
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 5th September 2011 |
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We have no notification of events on this day
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Tuesday 6th September 2011 |
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Wednesday 7th September 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Wild Flower Identification
A classroom start to learn the various parts of flowers that are used in identification. How to use a hand lens and the use of keys in field guides. To show the various books published which can be of use from beginner to expert. Followed by time in the field to visit different habitats which will include arable field margins and saltmarsh. The day is suitable for complete beginners who wish to know more about the wild flowers around them and for those who want to improve their skills. Course leader: Stephen Clarkson
Location: Abbotts Hall Farm, Great Wigborough, Colchester, CO5 7RZ
Time: 10:00-16:30
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.
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.
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
RSPB
The Wednesday Birdwatching Walk
Join one of our birdwatching experts to discover the wonderful wildlife on the reserve. This is the perfect opportunity to improve your birdwatching skills and meet like-minded people. Remember, we often see some of the best birds in the most miserable weather! No need to book
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ
Time: 9.30 am 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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Thursday 8th September 2011 |
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We have no notification of events on this day
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Friday 9th September 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
RSPB
Beginners birdwatching walk
A weekly ramble around the reserve every Friday. You will encounter the birds, mammals, insects and plants that make the marsh their home, throughout the changing seasons. Ideal for people new to bird watching and wildlife. No need to book
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ
Time: 10 am 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
RSPB
Optics and digi-scoping day-TRY and BUY
A hands on event in collaboration with Viking Optical. If you're thinking of purchasing some new kit or moving into digi-scoping, then this is the perfect day for you with helpful advice with a wide range of binoculars, telescopes and tripods on display to try and buy. No need to book.
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ - View location on Google Maps
Time: 10 am-4 pm
Cost: Reserve entrance fee: RSPB members and Thurrock and Havering Residents: FREE, Adults: £2.50, Children: £1, Family (two adults and up to four children): £7
Contact: Telephone: 01708 899840 E-mail: rainham.marshes@rspb.org.uk
RSPB
Bat and Moth Night
Come with us and discover the fascinating world of bats and delve into the lives of moths. Bring a torch. Booking essential
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ - View location on Google Maps
Time: 7.00 pm-9.30 pm
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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Saturday 10th September 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Bat Walk and Nocturnal Adventures
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 18:30-20:30
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 - Brentwood and Billericay Local Group
Heritage Weekend
Sat 10th & Sun 11th guided walks at Warley Place Reserve. Walks take approx. 1 1/2 hours. (No toilets on site.)
Location: Warley Place Reserve CM13 3HU
Time: 11.00am,1.00pm, & 3.00pm.
Cost:
Contact: Paula Closs 01277 355541
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST - Maldon & South Woodham Ferrers Local Group
History Walk at Blue House Farm
This walk proved so popular last year that we are repeating it. We will discuss the history of Blue House Farm and the Essex Coast from prehistoric flints to the remains of a V2 rocket from the Second World War.
Location: Meet in the car park at Blue House Farm, North Fambridge CM3 6NA
Time: 10:00am to 1:00pm
Cost: Adults £2, Children £1
Contact: Please phone 01621 740687 to book a place.
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
RSPB
Insect Afternoon
Do you like your beetles, grasshopperss, bugs and flies? Fancy getting up close and personal with the smaller critters on the marsh? A guided walk with our buggy experts will help you to identify what is out there at this time of the year. Booking essential. 15 spaces only
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ - View location on Google Maps
Time: 1300 - 1600
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
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 11th September 2011 |
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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 - Brentwood and Billericay Local Group
Heritage Weekend
Sat 10th & Sun 11th guided walks at Warley Place Reserve. Walks take approx. 1 1/2 hours. (No toilets on site.)
Location: Warley Place Reserve CM13 3HU
Time: 11.00am,1.00pm, & 3.00pm.
Cost:
Contact: Paula Closs 01277 355541
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Monday 12th September 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 13th September 2011 |
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We have no notification of events on this day
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Wednesday 14th September 2011 |
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Basildon Natural History Society
Slug Stuff Identification Evening
Please bring slug and snail specimens in jars.
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
Garden Insects
Illustrated talk by Roger Payne from Southend Museum. Gardens have become increasingly important as miniature nature reserves and a refuge for once-common wildlife. This talk will explore those insects, large and small, that live right under our noses but frequently go un-noticed. Members are invited to bring along any insects from their gardens for identification or discussion
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 .
RSPB
The Wednesday Birdwatching Walk
Join one of our birdwatching experts to discover the wonderful wildlife on the reserve. This is the perfect opportunity to improve your birdwatching skills and meet like-minded people. Remember, we often see some of the best birds in the most miserable weather! No need to book
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ
Time: 9.30 am 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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Thursday 15th September 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST - Brentwood and Billericay Local Group
Hatfield forest - Illustrated Talk
Hatfield forest's Conservation Warden gives a talk about this unique forest environment that has not changed in hundreds of years, its habitats providing a last refuge for much rare & specialised wildlife.
Location: Shenfield Parish Hall.
Time: 20:00-22:00
Cost:
Contact: Paula Closs 01277 355541
RSPB
Minsmere - Its Current Highs and Lows
A talk given by Ian Barthorpe who is the Marketing & Publicity Officer for the Minsmere Reserve. It is some time since we had a speaker from this important Reserve. The current successes will be explained to us as well as the new pressures facing the Reserve.
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, Coval Lane, Chelmsford. View location on Google Maps
Time: 8.00 p.m.
Cost: £3.50, paying Group Members £3.00, Children £1.00
Contact: Telephone: 01621 892 045
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Friday 16th September 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
RSPB
Beginners birdwatching walk
A weekly ramble around the reserve every Friday. You will encounter the birds, mammals, insects and plants that make the marsh their home, throughout the changing seasons. Ideal for people new to bird watching and wildlife. No need to book
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ
Time: 10 am 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
RSPB
Bat and Moth Night
Come with us and discover the fascinating world of bats and delve into the lives of moths. Bring a torch. Booking essential
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ - View location on Google Maps
Time: 7.00 pm-9.30 pm
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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Saturday 17th September 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Optics Day 10
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
Birding Day Out
Join 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 - Braintree Local Group
Fingringhoe Wick Nature Reserve Walk
Guide to be announced.
Location: South Green Road, Fingringhoe CO5 7DN .
Time: 9:30-11:30
Cost: Suggested donation £3 per person..
Contact: Roger Smith 01787 477914
RSPB
Wild Coast Weekend
A celebration of the rich heritage of Wallasea Island. You can escape to the edges of the Wild Coast for a breath of fresh air and a look at a reserve in the making. Then savour the best of local food and drink, relax to the sounds of some of Essex's finest musicians, and marvel at the skills of traditional craftsmen of the area. There's room for everyone and something of interest for all the family.
Location: wallasea Island SS4 2HD
Time: 10am to 4pm
Cost: Price: cars £5
Contact: Telephone: 01268 498626 E-mail: hilary.hunter@rspb.org.uk
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Sunday 18th September 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Animal Tracks and Signs
Enjoy a walk in the park looking for evidence of animals from their tracks and feeding signs.
Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Essex, RM4 1QH
Time: 10:30-12:30
Cost: £5 donation per person. Booking and payment in advance essential.
Contact: Telephone: 01708 748646
Basildon Natural History Society
Spider Watch in Willow Park
Location: Meet at Lee Chapel Lane car park at 10am. SS16 5PW.
Time: 10:00-12:00
Cost:
Contact: Brian Dawson 01268 491540
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST - Uttlesford Local Group
Work Party Rushy Mead
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: Rushy Mead: TL497197 .
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
Wild Coast Weekend
A celebration of the rich heritage of Wallasea Island. You can escape to the edges of the Wild Coast for a breath of fresh air and a look at a reserve in the making. Then savour the best of local food and drink, relax to the sounds of some of Essex's finest musicians, and marvel at the skills of traditional craftsmen of the area. There's room for everyone and something of interest for all the family.
Location: wallasea Island SS4 2HD
Time: 10am to 4pm
Cost: Price: cars £5
Contact: Telephone: 01268 498626 E-mail: hilary.hunter@rspb.org.uk
RSPB
Mystery Bird Walk
Guided walk. 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: Depending upon recent sightings of birds a location will be chosen for this event. Telephone the event leaders, Tim and Viv Connett the evening before the event for destination details.
Time: Telephone for meeting time.
Cost: Free
Contact: Telephone: 01621 857 076
The Wick Country Park
Kite Festival
Join the kite making competition and pick up some top flyng tips. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Location:.Meet at the Wick Pavilion, The Wick Country Park, Tresco Way Wickford SS12 9LD
Time: 1pm to 4pm
Cost:
More information: For full details see our website www.friendsofthewickcountrypark.co.uk
Contact : Nikki Gibson on 01268 734293 or email : mikenikki@supanet.com
The Wick Country Park
Work Party
Come and have some fun and help the Ranger with improvements to the park. (bi-monthly, 3rd Sunday of July September & November)
Location:.Meet at the Wick Pavilion, The Wick Country Park, Tresco Way Wickford SS12 9LD
Time: 10am - 12noon
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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Monday 19th September 2011 |
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Tuesday 20th September 2011 |
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We have no notification of events on this day
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Wednesday 21st September 2011 |
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RSPB
The Wednesday Birdwatching Walk
Join one of our birdwatching experts to discover the wonderful wildlife on the reserve. This is the perfect opportunity to improve your birdwatching skills and meet like-minded people. Remember, we often see some of the best birds in the most miserable weather! No need to book
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ
Time: 9.30 am 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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Thursday 22nd September 2011 |
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Friday 23rd September 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
RSPB
Beginners birdwatching walk
A weekly ramble around the reserve every Friday. You will encounter the birds, mammals, insects and plants that make the marsh their home, throughout the changing seasons. Ideal for people new to bird watching and wildlife. No need to book
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ
Time: 10 am 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
RSPB
Bat and Moth Night
Come with us and discover the fascinating world of bats and delve into the lives of moths. Bring a torch. Booking essential
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ - View location on Google Maps
Time: 7.00 pm-9.30 pm
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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Saturday 24th September 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Seed and Produce Day 3
Have you got too many vegetables or seeds? Join us for our seed and produce days, where you can swap or donate for local home grown produce.
Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Essex, RM4 1QH
Time: 10:30-12:00
Cost: Free event, donations to Essex Wildlife Trust welcomed.
Contact: Telephone: 01708 748646
ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Bat Walk and Nocturnal Adventures
Location: Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre, South Green Road, Fingringhoe, Essex, CO5 7DN
Time: 18:00-20:00
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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Sunday 25th September 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Cream Tea Day 2
Join us for Cream Teas in the Visitor Centre - scone, jam, cream and a pot of tea for just £4.00
Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Essex, RM4 1QH
Time: 12:00-16:00
Cost: £4.00
Contact: Telephone: 01708 748646
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Monday 26th September 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 27th September 2011 |
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Wednesday 28th September 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Caterpillar PreSchool Club
Activity morning for Pre-school age children at Bedfords Park. Normally takes place on the last Wednesday morning of every month. 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 after the activities. You can sit and eat in the visitor centre if it's too cold outside!
Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Essex, RM4 1QH
Time: 10:00-12:00
Cost: £5 donation per child. Booking and donation in advance essential
Contact: Telephone: 01708 748646
RSPB
The Wednesday Birdwatching Walk
Join one of our birdwatching experts to discover the wonderful wildlife on the reserve. This is the perfect opportunity to improve your birdwatching skills and meet like-minded people. Remember, we often see some of the best birds in the most miserable weather! No need to book
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ
Time: 9.30 am 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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Thursday 29th September 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST - Brentwood and Billericay Local Group
Wildlife Walk at Rainham Marshes
A chance to see a wide variety of birds on this impressive urban reserve. (Bring RSPB membership card). For car sharing meet at Council Offices South Car Park,Ingrave Road,Brentwood at 9.ooam unless otherwise stated. If going direct telephone first in case of last minute alterations.
Location: Rainham Marshes RSPB Reserve. Meet 10.00am in car park off New Tank Hill road (A1090),Purfleet,RM19 1SZ. Map ref:177/553792.
Time: 10:00-16:30
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Contact: Paula Closs 01277 355541
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Friday 30th September 2011 |
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ESSEX WILDLIFE TRUST
Bat Evening 2
Join us for an informative talk, then a walk to see if you can find Bedfords Park's bats. Bring a torch and dress for the outdoors!
Location: Bedfords Park Visitor Centre, Broxhill Road, Havering-atte-Bower, Essex, RM4 1QH
Time: 19:30-21:00
Cost: A donation of £5 per person is required and booking is essential.
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
RSPB
Beginners birdwatching walk
A weekly ramble around the reserve every Friday. You will encounter the birds, mammals, insects and plants that make the marsh their home, throughout the changing seasons. Ideal for people new to bird watching and wildlife. No need to book
Location: Rainham Marshes nature reserve RM19 1SZ
Time: 10 am 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