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Memorial Trip to Bempton – Tue 28th April

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Martin Kaye

In November 2014, a former well known member of Ogston Bird Club, John Tagg, sadly passed away. John bequeathed some bird watching equipment to the club, which was subsequently sold for around £900.00. His family suggested that the money might be used … Continue reading →

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March 2015 Guided Bird Walk Report

Posted on March 7, 2015 by Nikki M

7th March 2015 A biting wind churning the reservoir’s surface saw the initial group of 24 participants scurrying off apace after leader Paul Beard. Shelter was soon found as we headed for Milltown Quarry, and by this time large patches … Continue reading →

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January 2015 Guided Bird Walk Report

Posted on January 18, 2015 by Nikki M

Ogston Bird Club January guided bird walk report Continue reading →

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December 2014 guided bird walk

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Paul Beard

‘Twas a finger-numbing , windscreen – scraping start to the day for those of us with so much clutter in our garages they hadn’t seen a car in decades . However compensation was a clear blue sky , perfect reflections … Continue reading →

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Bempton Cliffs (RSPB) – 10/5/15

Posted on December 4, 2014 by Martin Kaye

Date: 10/05/2015 Meeting Point: RSPB Bempton carpark, YO15 1JF (TA197738)  Time: 9:30 Lunch: bring packed lunch Transport: Members cars Cost: free for RSPB members, approx £4 non-members, Leader: Martin Kaye Numbers Limit: None. Although a long drive, starting early to avoid … Continue reading →

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November 2015 Guided Bird Walk Report

Posted on November 3, 2014 by Paul Beard

This glorious balmy morning was bound to swell numbers of participants and so 21 of us set out for Highoredish with Paul Beard , our leader ,  to the fore. We were not the only ones abroad in the sunshine , … Continue reading →

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Frampton Marsh Trip Report – 5.10.14.

Posted on October 8, 2014 by Martin Kaye

Six members attended this trip and although a bit chilly, enjoyed excellent sunny weather which was perfect for walking around this extensive reserve. 48 species were observed including Stonechat, Whinchat, Wheatear, Pintail,   Black-tailed Godwit, Curlew Sandpiper and Glossy Ibis.  Sadly, we weren’t … Continue reading →

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October 2014 guided bird walk

Posted on October 6, 2014 by Paul Beard

A select party of 3 intrepid birders joined  leader Jeff Davies ( normally backmarker and whipper-in ) , on this blustery, finger-chilling and sometimes wet October walk . Assembling first in the  shelter of the hide the species list soon climbed , as … Continue reading →

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September 2014 Guided Bird Walk

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Paul Beard

A sharp shower sent some of the 16 of us scurrying back to raid  car boots for  rainwear. It continued dull and muggy but we had returned before more persistent drizzle set in . At first it  appeared that few birds were … Continue reading →

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Ogston Guided Bird Walk 2nd August 2014

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Paul Beard

With the threat of rain and rank, damp , burgeoning vegetation plastering us with moisture Paul Beard led us along the relatively dry lanes of the ” Brackenfield loop ”  instead of taking to the fields . The 10 participants … Continue reading →

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