A fantastic opportunity to witness first hand one of the great experiences in wildlife watching - active bird migration. This exciting walk will be led by Tom Brereton a highly regarded and experienced ecological consultant and all-round nature enthusiast. Tom will be on hand to help you understand the migration, learn how to count the birds and identify them by their shape, flight and call.
Early November is the peak period for visible bird migration and it can produce some spectacular overhead movements involving thousands of birds. This may include Woodpigeons, Stock Doves, Skylarks, Chaffinches and Scandinavian thrushes - the supporting cast may also include Goldfinch, Meadow Pipit, Pied Wagtail and Reed Bunting. The large number of birds present in the sky can also attract birds of prey such as Peregrine Falcon, Kestrel, Merlin and even Goshawk - it should make for a fascinating morning ... the sky is the limit!
After an early start in order to catch the morning flight at sunrise, we'll return to The Old Pottery for hot bacon sandwiches and tea/coffee!
Date: Sunday 3rd November 2024
Time: 6:15am - 9am (arrive by 6am)
Location: Meet and register outside The Hub at Symondsbury no later than 6am for a 6:15am start.
Please Note: Maximum 15 people.
Event Details
Date: Sunday 3rd November
Time: 6:15am - 9am
Location: Meet and register outside The Hub at Symondsbury no later than 6am for a 6:15am start.
Terms & Conditions
Please note, tickets for all events and workshops are non-refundable and non-transferable. Maximum 15 people.
