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Our bird cam at Rhydymwyn is showing lots of positive signs of blue tits building a nest.  After the nest was taken over by wasps last year, we are really hopeful of being able to capture these popular birds rearing their young.

About a dozen each of Lesser redpoll and siskin have been spotted at the bird hide on site.

This morning, dunnock were displaying outside the office.

The tawny owl is still using the owl box, so we’re all hopeful they will nest.  Watch this space for news.

There are some places left for Treemendous Tales on 28th Saturday but places are running out.  Book now to avoid disappointment.

Our programme of volunteering will re-commence on Thursday 26th January with habitat pile creation at Rhydymwyn Valley Nature Reserve.  Keep watching the website for news of Thursday volunteering activities or contact Kate Wilson on 01352 742115 or email volunteer@newwildlife.org.uk for more details.  We are also intending to run volunteering activities on the first Saturday of each month so do let us know if you would like to get involved.

Two Fungi events were held over the weekend, one being the course with 12 participants, which was an in depth look into Fungi, its structure and key elements.

Over 30 people joined us for the Fungi Foray yesterday, which involved exploring the reserve to see what could be found! A good variety of species were found with Charles Aron on hand to help identify. We hope everyone can join us again next year!!

The Highland Cows that have been on the reserve over the summer months have now left until next year. They visit us on an annual basis as part of the management plan that is in place, to help diversify the grassland and wildflower species on site. Read more

It’s not too late to join us at Rhydymwyn Valley Nature Reserve this weekend for our event. On Sunday Matthew McIntyre will be joining us to lead a Bushcraft Event which will show Matthew’s expertise out in the bush, his techniques and learn how you can survive outdoors. This free event only has limited places left so please contact 01352 742115 to book yours now!