Description
Perfect for beginners, set out in search of early spring pollinators with NHSN Senior Naturalist, James Common.
About Gosforth's Wild Web
All Gosforth's Wild Web events are free, fun and friendly. Made possible by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, they provide opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy and experience local wildlife in the neighbourhoods across Newcastle and North Tyneside. What will you discover in your local area? Join in today and start noticing nature near you. For more information about the project, please see here.
Essential Information
Event lead: James Common
Event length: 1 session, Tuesday 15 April, 11.00 am-1.00 pm (approx)
Event structure: Informal walk
L evel: Beginner/Enthusiast
Meet at: Heaton Park carpark, Gridref: NZ 26684 65678, What3Words: hurt.wizard.value
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Event cost: Free to all
About this event
As part of Gosforth's Wild Web, join NHSN Senior Naturalist, James Common, for a relaxed, friendly walk in search of early pollinators. Together we'll look for springtime treats in Tawny Mining Bee and Orange-tip, while also turning our attention to any bumblebee queens that may have awoken to forage on springtime flowers such as crocus and bluebell.
Questions are welcome at any time by emailing james.common@newcastle.ac.uk.
Accessibility
This event comprises a walk of approx 1 mile, mostly on maintained paths.
Recommended equipment:
Sturdy shoes.
About the event lead:
James works as Senior Naturalist at NHSN. Outside of work, he is a passionate wildlife recorder with a focus on botany and invertebrates. As a botanist, he is a joint BSBI Vice-County Recorder for North Northumberland and an iRecord verifier for South Northumberland. He maintains a popular wildlife blog at Common By Nature.