Author Archives: Martin Kaye

Dearne Valley Trip Report – 22/10/24

Posted on October 26, 2024 by Martin Kaye

Ten members enjoyed a warm, wind and bird free visit to some of the RSPB reserves in the Dearne Valley. Bird free sounds pretty bad – well 50 species were identified but there was little that was unusual, a fact … Continue reading →

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Bird Feeders

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Martin Kaye

The following have been donated for sale by a member – all proceeds to go to club funds. For any of these items, contact Martin Kaye on 07833720542 or by email A ten port bird feeder – perfect for feeding … Continue reading →

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Hats, Caps and Bird & Bat Boxes

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Martin Kaye

The following are for sale with all proceeds going to the club: Beanie hats and caps with Ogston Bird Club caption £10 ea Tit nest boxes £12 ea Bat box £25 ea For any of the above, contact Steve Walker … Continue reading →

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RSPB Frampton trip report 4/8/24

Posted on August 12, 2024 by Martin Kaye

8 members made the journey to Frampton Marsh and experienced superb birding. Only the leader was late having not read his own instructions. The birding this year was unusual in that there was little to see from the sea wall … Continue reading →

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Annesley Pit Top Trip Report – 12/6/24

Posted on July 16, 2024 by Martin Kaye

On a chilly, cloudy day but with a gentle breeze, 10 members visited Annesley Pit Top Nature Reserve and over the next 3 hours were treated to some excellent birding. It started well when a Sparrowhawk and a Whitethroat were … Continue reading →

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Nightjar Trip Report – 30/5/2024

Posted on June 4, 2024 by Martin Kaye

On a cold, breezy evening, 22 members arrived at the Flash Lane parking spot, fortunately, most dressed in their winter birding gear. At 9 pm we set off to walk the few hundred metres to the viewing spot. Disappointingly, with … Continue reading →

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Lawrence Field Padley Trip Report – 8/5/24

Posted on May 13, 2024 by Martin Kaye

16 members enjoyed a successful trip on a very pleasant day with very little wind making it ideal for hearing and identifying bird calls and song. Very quiet as we made our way across the moor but upon reaching the … Continue reading →

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Cutthroat Bridge Trip Report 11/4/24

Posted on April 17, 2024 by Martin Kaye

This trip was rescheduled at the last minute from the Wednesday to the Thursday which sadly meant that a number of folks couldn’t go.  However, it did prove to be a good move because the weather on Thursday was excellent. … Continue reading →

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53rd Annual General Meeting and Speaker

Posted on April 3, 2024 by Martin Kaye

All members are cordially invited to our AGM at 7:30 pm on the evening of Wednesday 1st May 2024. The evening will comprise the business of the AGM, a free raffle and refreshments followed by an illustrated talk by DOS Birder: Tony … Continue reading →

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Budby Common Trip Report 6/3/24

Posted on March 7, 2024 by Martin Kaye

Seven members met up at Budby Pumping Station on a cold misty morning but fortunately there was no wind.  During the walk from there to the Common, we encountered typical woodland birds including Jay and a small flock of Siskin while … Continue reading →

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