In an illustrated talk created especially for us, LDBWS President and patch birding / conservation legend John Wilson will tell us about the many changes he's seen in the district's birds populations since he started birding in 1945. Taking a number of species including yellow wagtail John will highlight some of booms, crashes and fluctuations as observed
Bean geese Pink-footed goose One of the reasons we’re lucky to live and bird in Lancaster and District is the spectacular number of wintering geese we live alongside. Join us on Saturday 12th February for a spot of New Year Goosing- part celebration / part ID workshop / part wild goose
We can't fully guarantee that we'll see this enigmatic species but we'll certainly make you aware of various songbirds that make similar calls. Join Nick, Dan and others for a morning of guided Hawfinch hunting in the tranquil limestone woodlands of Silverdale. We plan to do a circular walk from the railway station (after some from-the-train birding!) and
From the natural harbour of Filey Brigg to the towering chalk of Bempton Cliffs, one of Yorkshire's most iconic and breathtaking panoramas also just so happens to the best bay for birds on the east coast. Famously home to a glittering cast of breeding seabirds (Gannets & Puffins included), but it's the lesser-known treats we'll
This month's club meeting is a bumper two-part matinee session exploring the musical world of bird sounds and is based in and around Leighton Moss. Join us for a relaxing yet sonically-stimulating afternoon. Meet LDBWS guides at 2PM for listening sessions around the reserve. We'll tell you exactly what you're hearing as we quietly walk
Pic by Craig Bell Our president John Wilson and his son Jonty will help you get the most out of this beautiful spot in the north of our recording area. We hope to find a host of woodland, upland and riverine species including Redstart, Pied Flycatcher, Wheatear, Ring Ouzel and Dipper. For more
Join Alasdair and Andrew for a walk round Foulshaw Moss, one of the largest peat bog restoration projects in Britain and home to a wealth of wildlife. As well as the famous Foulshaw Ospreys, we have a good chance of seeing and hearing warblers, Tree Pipit, Tree Sparrow, Lesser Redpoll, Stonechat and a fair chance
Meet Luke Hawkins for an informal yet informative walk in which we hope to see and hear lots of great wetland and farmland songbirds including Reed, Sedge, Grasshopper and Cetti's Warbler, both Whitethroats, Tree Sparrows and Reed Buntings. Watch Common Terns and Avocets at close quarters with other target waders including Bar-tailed Godwit and Little
Join National Trust Ranger Rob for a walk down to the wetland that was created in 2014. Recent highlights include marsh harrier, great white egret and booming bittern. This the fourth time bittern has been recorded there and the first that is properly booming! We will discuss how the site was made, its birdlife, the
LDBWS Summer Bird Quiz Online July 25th 7:30 - 8:30PM Join quizmaster Dan Haywood for an educational yet humorous quiz on summer birds. This will be a multiple choice quiz with questions for all including a few to test even the most knowledgeable birders. Spot prizes will be handed out as well as special prizes for
LDBWS Summer Social on Friday August 12th. It will be held in a beautiful wildlife-friendly garden literally overlooking the Lune estuary. Summery food and drink will be provided gratis. The site is a real hidden gem and will be our midday base for walks around a nearby private land with kingfishers and an egret colony and for passage wader and warbler-watching