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Trip Report – Nightjar Evening 26th May 22

Posted on July 26, 2022 by Martin Kaye

23 members (a record in recent years) assembled on Flash Lane in midge free conditions and were treated to brilliant close views of Nightjars which on occasion flew over their heads. In addition, there were plenty of Tree Pipits and … Continue reading →

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Trip Report to Lawrence Field & Padley Gorge – 12th May 22

Posted on July 26, 2022 by Martin Kaye

The annual Padley Gorge trip was scheduled for Wednesday 11th May but was postponed for a day due to inclement weather. Nine intrepid devotees arrived on Thursday morning which was dry and overcast but with a chill wind. Thanks to … Continue reading →

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Trip Report for Whisby and Langford Lowfields – 19th May 22

Posted on July 25, 2022 by Martin Kaye

This was a very enjoyable excursion led again by Steve Slack. The weather was fine when we convened at Whisby Nature Park, an excellent site of Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust not least because of the fine café and facilities on arrival. … Continue reading →

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Trip Report Annesley Pit Top

Posted on July 24, 2022 by Martin Kaye

Eight members had good weather for this morning excursion which as in previous years delivered Black-necked Grebes – we counted six adults. We also witnessed some interesting behaviour, presumed to be courtship similar to their larger cousins the Great Crested … Continue reading →

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Trip Report Blacktoft Sands – 21st July 22

Posted on July 24, 2022 by Martin Kaye

Thirteen members had a really enjoyable time with some superb birding. Early morning, surprise rain had cleared by the time we arrived but the day remained overcast but clear and not roasting hot as per recent days. After a short … Continue reading →

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Guided Bird Walk – July 2nd

Posted on July 2, 2022 by Steve Slack

A small but beautifully formed group of enthusiasts set off on a stroll to Brackenfield with the weather dependent option of extending the walk to the River Amber and around the reservoir. The pace was very much on the slow … Continue reading →

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Friday 3rd June

Posted on June 8, 2022 by Steve Slack

2 Shoveler, Reed Warbler, Common Sandpiper

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Monthly Bird Walk – Saturday 7th May

Posted on May 11, 2022 by Steve Slack

A motley crew of 10 set out on a bright morning and enjoyed a leisurely stroll around the full circuit of the Reservoir. With migrants coming in all the time, some eyes were fixed skywards looking for Swifts and Tern, … Continue reading →

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Budby Common Trip Report – 9/3/22

Posted on March 13, 2022 by Martin Kaye

Ten members arrived on time at 08:30 at Budby Pumping Station car park in spite of the heavy traffic. The weather was fine, although with strong winds forecast, the leader wasn’t optimistic that we’d see any Woodlarks. However, as we … Continue reading →

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Monthly guided bird walk March 5th

Posted on March 6, 2022 by Steve Slack

After some recent wet days, at last a dry day. However, a bitterly cold north wind greeted us instead. 15 keen souls set off for a road walk to Brackenfield and back. The walk started well with a high flying … Continue reading →

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