Forthcoming Events
Saturday 11th February 2012, Winter Wader Walk, Barnaby’s Sands and Burrows Marsh nature reserves, Wyre estuary
A crisp winter walk with the Wyre Rangers around Barnaby’s Sands and Burrows Marsh nature reserves. Explore this habitat that is so important for wading birds. Meeting point is at the car park at The Heads, Burrows Lane, Stalmine SD352454 Bring stout footwear, warm clothing, lunch and binoculars/telescope if you have them.
1100 – 1330
Adults £3, concessions £2
For more info or to book contact Emma on 01524855030/07717366812 or egarston@lancswt.org.uk visit www.visitwyre.co.uk
Sat 18th February 2012, Marine Identification Course, Leighton Moss, Silverdale, Lancashire.
A basic introduction to identifying marine organisms both on the shore and under water.
No previous knowledge required. The course is aimed at anyone that enjoys being on the shore.
Start at 10.00hrs. End 16.00hrs approx.
Cost £5.00 per person. To book a place, contact Ron Crosby 01282 843796. Places are limited
Sunday 19th February, 2-4pm. Beach survey, Formby.
Enjoy a walk on the beach and identify the various shells and other wildlife found there.
The group will be meeting in the Lifeboat Road car park L37 2EB, and walking down to the shore together, which is about a 10min walk. Meeting spot will be by the information board in car park bay 1 (Turn right off lifeboat road into the Car park, then left at the Y junction and left again shortly after that).
If you would like to come along to this survey, get involved in a bit of marine conservation and learn something new then please let me know by email or telephone so I know numbers. Email roliver@lancswt.org.uk or telephone 0151 9203769
Sunday 4th March 2012, Roa Island dive.
LW 14. 40 hrs. Meet at 12.30 hrs. Contact Lewis Bambury 01524 414318 Sat. 3rd. to check site conditions.
Wednesday 7th March, 2-4pm, Beach survey, Formby National Trust
Enjoy a walk on the beach and identify the various shells and other wildlife found there.
If you would like to come along to this survey, get involved in a bit of marine conservation and learn something new then please let me know by email or telephone so I know numbers. Email roliver@lancswt.org.uk or telephone 0151 9203769
Saturday 31st March, 12-2pm, Beach survey, Ainsdale shore road
Enjoy a walk on the beach and identify the various shells and other wildlife found there.
Meeting by toilet block at Ainsdale Shore Road beach Car Park PR8 2QB
If you would like to come along to this survey, get involved in a bit of marine conservation and learn something new then please let me know by email or telephone so I know numbers. Email roliver@lancswt.org.uk or telephone 0151 9203769
Sunday 1stApril 2012, Roa Island Dive.
LW 13.50 hrs, Meet at 12.00 hrs. Contact Ron Crosby01282 817776 Sat.31st. Mar. to check site conditions.
Monday 2nd April 2012 Saltmarshes and Mudflats, Wyre Estuary Country Park
Come and explore the saltmarsh and mudflat habitats along the Wyre estuary.
Brings wellies, waterproofs and binoculars (if you have them).
Meet in the River Room, Wyre Estuary Country Park, river road, Stanah, Thornton FY5 5LR
Booking essential. For more info/to book contact Emma on 01524855030/07717366812 or egarston@lancswt.org.uk;visit www.visitwyre.co.uk
Saturday 14th April, 12-2pm, Beach survey, Crosby
Enjoy a walk on the beach and identify the various shells and other wildlife found there.
Meeting at top of slip down onto beach at Crosby, Hall Road West car park L23 8SY
If you would like to come along to this survey, get involved in a bit of marine conservation and learn something new then please let me know by email or telephone so I know numbers. Email roliver@lancswt.org.uk or telephone 0151 9203769
Saturday or Sunday 12th or 13th May 2012, Special Beachwatch litter survey. Half Moon Bay, Heysham.
Come along and help to combat the massive marine litter problem.
Meet Half Moon Bay car park at 11.00 hrs.
Gloves & suitable footwear required. Further details from Jo Kaye 01524 581431
June (date TBC) Wildlife Safari, Humphry Head Nature Reserve
Reserves officer Pete Jones leads a family walk (suitable for children 6+), taking advantage of low tide to examine the special habitats geology and wildlife found here. Use special bug tracking kit to detect long-winged coneheads and more. Depending on the route, you may get your feet wet! So bring weather appropriate clothing.
Meet at they layby at humphry head NR entrance, near Grange-over-Sands SD388746 not suitable for wheelchairs, no dogs allowed.
Booking essential. Contact Jamie Normington on 01539816300 for info and to book. Visit www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk
Monday 6th August 2012, Beach fun and games Half Moon Bay, Heysham
Have some fun and join in with beach games.
1000 – 1200
Meet in Lancaster City Council car park off Smithy lane above Half Moon bay, south of Heysham Head SD408607
Free event.
For more info/to book contact Emma on 01524855030/07717366812 or egarston@lancswt.org.uk
Friday 10th August 2012, Rock ramble, Half Moon Bay, Heysham
Come along to the shore and explore the local rock pool and learn about the species found there.
1000 – 1200
Meet in Lancaster City Council car park off Smithy lane above Half Moon bay, south of Heysham Head SD408607
Bring wellies and waterproofs
Free event
For more info/to book contact Emma on 01524855030/07717366812 or egarston@lancswt.org.uk
Monday 20th August 2012, Mud Dipping at Morecambe Bay
Come along and join the RSPB for an introduction to the birdlife of the Bay and find the mud creatures that they eat.
time TBC
Wear wellies and waterproofs – be prepared to get muddy!
Free event
To book and for information about the meeting place contact the RSPB on 01524701601. Booking essential. Visit www.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss
Saturday 15th or Sunday 16th September, Beachwatch Survey, Half Moon Bay, Heysham
Come along and help collect litter, survey and combat litter at Half Moon Bay.
Time TBC
Meet at Lancaster City Council car park off Smithy lane above Half Moon bay, south of Heysham Head SD408607
Gloves, suitable clothing and footwear required
In association with Morecambe and Heysham Soroptimists and Marine Conservation Society
Contact Jo Kaye 01524581431 for further details about date and time
Previous Events
2012
4th Feb, Shoresearch workshop, Blackpool
28th Jan, Circular walk, Crook O’Lune
21st Jan, Beach survey, Southport.
2011
8th Oct, Shore Search Half Moon Bay, Heysham
9th Oct, Shore Search Ainsdale beach
23 Oct, Shore Search Roosebeck, Barrow-in-Furness.
24th Oct, Shore Search Heysham
25th Oct, Family friendly Scavenger Hunt - Crosby Marine Park
3rd Dec, Seasearch Marine Life ID Observer Course
