Author Archives: Martin Kaye

Annesley Pit top Trip Report 23/6/15

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Martin Kaye

5 members attended, although possibly more to support the trips organiser than with any great expectation of good birding.  However, the faithful were richly rewarded with 33 bird species recorded and the pleasure of being surrounded by a profusion of wild … Continue reading →

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25th June and 1st July evening Nightjar trips

Posted on June 22, 2015 by Martin Kaye

There are still a few places left on both nightjar trips this Thursday evening and next Wed evening.  Note, booking is essential – don’t just turn up because we are only allowed a certain number.  Details on the TRIPS section … Continue reading →

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Trip Report – Nethy Bridge 17th – 24th April 2015

Posted on June 2, 2015 by Martin Kaye

The trip this year was run on similar lines to that of last year but in contrast, we went mid April instead of early June which made an interesting change – some different species and no midges. Surprisingly, the weather … Continue reading →

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New update to Padley Gorge Trip – 7th June 2015

Posted on May 14, 2015 by Martin Kaye

Because I shall be away for the next two and a half weeks, if you wish to go and haven’t already booked with me, contact Paul Beard – Paul’s email Yesterday I went over to Padley, took a few photos, a … Continue reading →

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Avenue Washlands Trip Report – 5/5/15

Posted on May 6, 2015 by Martin Kaye

Having postponed the start of this trip until the afternoon, we did benefit from dry weather, but sadly, the wind was quite strong keeping many of the little birds, hunkered down meaning we had to work a bit harder for … Continue reading →

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Bempton Cliffs Trip Report – 28/4/15

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Martin Kaye

Following a short flurry of snow in the Ogston car park, thirty people joined the coach for the John Tagg Memorial Trip to Bempton Cliffs. John, a long time member of OBC, had requested that after he died, his photographic equipment … Continue reading →

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29th March 2015

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Martin Kaye

Derbyshire 3rd Winter Iceland Gull Carr Vale NR 09:30 + 2 Garganey SK459701 Derbyshire Great Grey Shrike N/of Matlock NE/of Rowsley by Beeley Road at Beeley Triangle 08:45 SK295675 Nottinghamshire Glossy Ibis just SW/of Gonalston NW/of minor road at Carr … Continue reading →

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28th March 2015

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Martin Kaye

Derbyshire 3rd Winter Iceland Gull Carr Vale NR mid mrng + 2 Drake Garganey SK459701 Derbyshire Adult Great Northern Diver Carsington Water + Jack Snipe showing well from wildlife centre mid mrng DE6 1ST SK241515 Nottinghamshire Glossy Ibis Gonalston in … Continue reading →

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27th March 2015

Posted on March 30, 2015 by Martin Kaye

Derbyshire 2 Great Grey Shrike on Beeley Moor at Beeley Triangle SK293677 Derbyshire 3rd Winter Iceland Gull Carr Vale NR 13:40 viewable from The Mound + 2 Drake Garganey SK459701 Derbyshire 2 Drake Garganey Carr Vale NR at 09:19 SK459701 … Continue reading →

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Scottish Trip to Nethy Bridge – 2 places available

Posted on March 28, 2015 by Martin Kaye

Two places have recently become available on the club’s trip to the Aviemore area.  Details are as follows: Transport minibus door to door Leaving evening of Thurs 16th April and driving up overnight Return date Friday 24th April Accommodation hotel – half … Continue reading →

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