Blogs

Well fingers crossed we've managed to avoid the snow that has been effecting the rest of the country, however today we have been plagued by a thick fog that has really effected visibility on the reserve. However the geese didn't diappoint, rising out of the mist and entertaining the few visitors...

Hi everyone, I had a brill afternoon today with the second and last (for now at least!) of our grown-ups only cookery for birds masterclass. In spite of our mixing bowls going missing, everyone who took part produced some fantastic cuisine for the birds in their garden and made the most of Saltholme's...

Our new water bird feeding area, for Grub's up season, is proving a success with the swans, ducks, coots and moorhens. As these are wild birds they can be a little bit cautious, so my top tip is to scatter the grain and relax on the nearby bench and wait for the birds, like this curious coot,...

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To coincide with World Wetlands Day, and for the weekend that follows, we're inviting you to come on a ‘Date with Nature’ where staff and volunteers will be on hand to introduce you to some of the best winter wildlife. I love this time of year; the wetlands are teeming with colourful...

So, it was the annual Big Garden Birdwatch this weekend, and today was the day we took part at Top Lodge. Many thanks to all those who came into the Little Barn and lent a hand spotting birds. Hope you all had fun. We had a total of 13 species seen. In decreasing numbers they were: 14 jackdaws...

The revamped woodland feeding station is starting to draw in more and despite the attention of about 50 greedy Collared Doves, the Reed Buntings have taken a particular delight to all the smaller seed holders that have been sculpted into the logs down there. This stump will eventually become a water...

Having paddled most of the way round, stopping for lunch at Pagglesham and seal spotting on the way up the Roach, our merry gang were glad to haul out of the water again for 'afternoon tea' - RSPB style - at Wallasea Ness, where they caught a glimpse of the land side of the seawall and heard...

Chris and Anne travelled all the way from Banbury, not all the way by canoe I hasten to add (!), to take part in the circumnavigation of Wallasea Island

The 'dry run' for our Wild Coast Paddle hit a logistical hitch when the forecast high tide wasn't high enough to allow a paddle over the causeway.

our long distance volunteers from Hailsham, Sussex, helped with car parking at recent events.

where better to get away from it all, chill out and breath in the tranquillity of the island

The RSPB film Waterlands proved a perfect scene-setter for the tour of the island to come.

Hi there There is a Xmas Fayre on this weekend at RSPB, The Lodge, Bedford, Anyone going at all, and is interested in a meet up for a cup of coffee, and a chat. We are not sure which day we are going, but are flexible to others if they decide to come along Yes we are nice people! {huge smile...

Minsmere is a fantastic place to watch birds and wildlife, but did you know it's also a great place to do your Christmas shopping away from the hustle and bustle of the High Street. Better still, most of your presents will be guilt-free, leading to more relaxing festive season. I'm sure you're...

We are starting to put together a program of events for Lake Vyrnwy for 2011. Have you any great ideas of what you would like to do on a vist to the Lake, please let me know. We are looking for fresh ideas, both for adults and children! Do let us know.

Hi there I had a look at the events on at Sandy, RSPB Headquarters via the website this afternoon. Dave and would like to visit on the Friday/Saturday 30th/31st July 2010 to see the Dragonflies and Damselflies event, and get a chance to meet some volunteers/staff at the Headquarters We are tied...

Hi Pete Here's a few suggestions for early August: At Minsmere: look for migrant waders on the Scrape - esp E Scrape look for terns and little gulls on S Scrape marsh harriers and hobbies should still be visible at Bittern Hide, but bittern may be more tricky unless still a few...

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