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North East Wales Wildlife holds a full programme of events throughout the year, wildlife talks and wildlife walks, organized on a seasonal basis.
Non-members, friends and relatives are always welcome.
2009/2010 Events
These family walks are between 4 and 6 miles in length and generally take 4 hours to complete, which includes a break for lunch. They take place normally on the 4th Sunday in each month, commencing at 10:00am. For information contact the Chairman or the specified walk leader.
Walkers are asked, where possible, to car share to make car parking easier
Date |
Leader(s) |
Walk |
2009 |
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September 27th |
Carol and Eric Williams 01244 836049 |
Helsby. Meet at Helsby Quarry Car park |
October 25th |
Chris and Glyn Jones 01244 543764 |
Tarvin (Meeting place to be announced) |
November 22nd |
Anne Rowland 01244 543417 Jean Higham Barbara Turner |
Neston. Car park for Wirral Country Park in Lees Lane Grid Ref. SJ307775, just off the A540. |
December 27th |
Jon and Beverley Payne 01244 550778 |
Buckley (Meet Higher Common Close) |
2010 |
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January 24th |
Bob / Betty Lee 01244 550993 |
tba |
February 28th |
Jon and Beverley Payne 01244 550778 |
Overton. Meeting place tba |
March 28th |
Anne Rowland 01244 543417 Jean Higham Barbara Turner |
Thurstaston. Meet at Visitors' Centre, Wirral Country Park, Station Road, Thurstaston Grid Ref. SJ236835 |
April 25th |
Mike Steele 01244 547759 |
Caerwys/Yscefiog Meeting place tba. |
For information about any of these events contact the Community Wildlife Education Officer, Cathryn Lucas, on 01352 742115 or email cweo@newwildlife.org.uk.
Please wear warm clothing, gloves and wellies and bring a packed lunch for over-lunch activities.
Day |
Date & Time | Location | Event | Leader | To bring | Cost |
| Saturday | 13th February 10am - 4pm |
Rhydymwyn | Winter Tree ID Course: learn how to identify trees on the reserve without thier leaves. With two local experts. | Cat Lucas | Walking boots, warm clothing, lunch | FREE BOOKING ESSENTIAL |
| Thursday | 18th February 10am - 4pm |
Rhydymwyn. | Basketry Course: Enjoy a day of learning how to make baskets with expert Mandy Coates. | Kylie Jones Mattock | Packed Lunch | FULLY BOOKED |
| Saturday | 20th Febuary | Rhydymwyn. | Family Day: Walk the new woodland trail and have a go at plating some willow. | Kylie Jones Mattock | Goods boots, waterproofs and lunch. | FREE BOOKING ESSENTIAL |
| Sunday | 21st Febuary | Ffrwd Quarry, Cymau. | Green Gym: Help to maintain the quarry reserve and keep fit and active at the same time. | Remani Jones | Goods boots, waterproofs and lunch. | FREE
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| Wednesday | 24th February 4pm - 5.30pm |
Rhydymwyn | Junior Rangers: children's club for ages 8-11. Various activities, fun and games whilst meeting new friends and learning about nature. | Cat Lucas | None | Annual Fee |
| Friday | 26th February | Rhydywmyn | Creative Rhydymwyn Club: The second session of the club, who will meet on a monthly basis. Photography with Michael Kinsey. | Cat Lucas | None | FREE BOOKING ESSENTIAL |
| Saturday | 27th February 10am - 4pm |
Rhydymwyn. | Mammal Course: an insight into the mammals found on site and their identity. | Cat Lucas | Wellies or boots, warm clothing. | FREE BOOKING ESSENTIAL |
| Tuesday | 23rd March | Glascoed, St Asaph | Basic Amphibian Course: Learn about basic amphibian ecology. | Cat Lucas | Wellies or boots, warm clothing. | FREE BOOKING ESSENTIAL |
| Wednesday | 24th March 4pm - 5.30pm |
Rhydymwyn | Junior Rangers: children's club for ages 8-11. Various activities, fun and games whilst meeting new friends and learning about nature. | Cat Lucas | None | Small Annual Fee |
| Thursday | 25th March | Rhydymwyn. | Basic Amphibian Course: Learn about basic amphibian ecology. | Cat Lucas | Wellies or boots, warm clothing. | FREE BOOKING ESSENTIAL |
| Friday | 26th March | Rhydymwyn | Creative Rhydymwyn Club: The second session of the club, who will meet on a monthly basis. Printmaking with natural materials. | Cat Lucas | None | FREE BOOKING ESSENTIAL |
Saturday, Sunday. |
17th & 18th April | Rhydymwyn. | Advanced Amphibian Course: An advanced look at amphibian ecology and survey techniques with practical experience. | Cat Lucas | Wellies or boots, warm clothing and lunch. | Charges apply available on booking sheet. BOOKING ESSENTIAL |