Description
Join NHSN Field Naturalist Matthew Harrison for a walk across St Mary’s Island to discover the birds passing through on migration.
About this event
Join local birder Matthew Harrison for a walk across St Mary’s Island Nature Reserve and discover some of the many birds passing through on migration.
Some likely species for this walk include: Spotted Flycatcher, Pied Flycatcher, Sandwich Tern, Gannet, Mediterranean Gull, skuas, and Eider.
Please bring optics if possible, as well as suitable clothing.
Public Transport Directions from Newcastle: Board the 308/309 bus from Haymarket Bus Station and exit the bus at The Links Cemetery.
Essential Information
Event lead: Matthew Harrison
Event length: 1 session, Sunday 5 September, 11.00 am - 1.00 pm (approx)
Event structure: Informal walk
Level: Beginner/Enthusiast
Meet at: St Mary’s Lighthouse Causeway, NZ 35124 75209, W3W: stand.added.cases
Suggested donation: £5 per person. Rather than charging a fixed ticket price, we invite those who are able to, to make a suggested donation of £5 per person. Your support helps us deliver future events while ensuring that cost is never a barrier to taking part, funding places for those who may not otherwise be able to attend.
Please note that making a donation does not register you for the event. To book your place, please enter an amount and select 'Check Out'.