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Cape May & New York Trip Report.
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http://www.wildrossendale.co.uk/Cape-May-NYC-Trip-Report-2012.html
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Petition For PERA MARSH, Portugal
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Shedden Clough
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Hi - I know its not in Rossendale but how do you get to it? Ian and Bob mentioned a road last Monday that is a left turn as you drive from Rawtenstall to Burnley. What is the name location of the road? To see the Whinchats how far would I have to walk form the car park? Thanks in advance Sarfraz
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BIRD RACE Sunday 3rd June
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Don't forget the bird race starts at 06:00 at Waterfoot car park. Cheers Ian
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Dawn Chorus 13th May
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Will anyone intending going on the Dawn Chorus please let me know. I will be away for the next meeting, ramble to Redisher Woods maybe! Is everyone still Ok for 3rd June as Bird Race or does it need moving as it is just before the Bank Holiday? Cheers Ian
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Brockholes Quarry
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I was intending going to Brockholes tomorrow (Monday) for the Whimbrel but Pat couldn't get hold of anyone. If I do go it would be straight from work so couldn't give anyone a lift - sorry. Was anyone else intending going? Cheers Ian
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Meeting on Monday
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Ribble Estuary Visit
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Just wondered when the Ribble Estuary visit is...... thanks sarfraz
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FOR SALE Scope & Tripod
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Zeiss 85 Scope In Green 20x60 Zoom Eyepiece Scope Protective Case Manfrotto carbon fibre tripod Manfrotto head Scopac tripod carrier. The items are truly in mint condition with no damage to any of the items Offers over £995 Please email or send PM through the site. A small donation will be given to ROC...
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Meeting tomorrow 20-02-12
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Don't forget meeting tomorrow at 19:15 Weavers Cottage Cheers Ian
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Woodcock
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Any good places to see Woodcock in the winter in and around Rossendale? I did plan to go to Risley Moss on Sunday. I might still go but just wondered if any other good places to see them closer to home with as good as chance to see them?
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Bird Race
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I hope to be at the bird race on Sunday. Are we meeting up at the waterfoot car park 7.45am?
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AGM 16th Jan 2012
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All Our AGM is on 16th Jan 2012 at the Weavers Cottage, Bacup Road at 19:15 with a presentaion " Working together for Water and Wildlife" by Glyn Haworth, United Utilities SCaMP 2 Project Officer. If as many as possible could come along because he is interested in our views which can be put t...
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Pennington Flash
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Usual visit to Pennington is on Wed 28th. Meet at car park at Pennington 9:30 ish Sorry I won't be there - working! Hope you've have a good Christmas and all the best for the New Year. Cheers, Ian
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STARLING ROOST??
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I noticed a large flock of Starlings, c2000, heading west over Crawshawbooth this week just before dusk, presumably to a roost west of here. Does anyone know of a roost in west Rossendale this autumn or towards Accrington/Blackburn area. Any info would be very much appreciated by reply on here or P...
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Martin Mere Birdfair
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Anyone ever been down to it? What is it like? I might be going down to it on Sunday.
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Monday 21st 'Slides'
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All Don't forget Mondays meeting, I should be there and hopefully I can bring a projector along. Hope to see you there. Ian
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Strange weather
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With this weather and temperatures, southern winds and 18 degrees recorded yesterday, here are some strange things seen this week: Feeding stations have been empty, I had stocked up as usual, last year I had used 40% more food. No Thrushes, Finches or Brambling. Mallards have been mating. B...
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Portugal Trip Report from Oct 2011
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For those interested I have begun compiling a trip report from our break to Portugal. I am still adding photos and a lot of text to add but it gives a feel of what was about at the time. Portugal Trip Report HERE
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Pay and Display
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I know many do not park at Cowm res but those that do be aware that the main car park is now pay and display. You can park on the waterboard car park on the lane below for free though.
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Bird report
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Many thanks to who ever delivered my copy of the bird report, Monday meetings are not possible for me at the moment, thanks again.
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2010 Report
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All I have the 2010 reports printed - thanks to Jim, Dave, Bob and Brian. I will get some sent out this week but please go to the meeting next Monday where you can pick them up if you haven't got one. I won't be there again but Kevin has said he would set a quiz for you. If anyone has not paid the 2011 subs would yo...
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Anyone going to Vis - Mig?
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I would be really interested in accompanying any one if they are out on a vis-mig session. If any one is going out to vis mig please could you send me a PM some days before? It would be nice to learn something new.
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The Garden Bird Health Initiative
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I am once again seeing several species showing signs of the disease trichomonosis. I sent off my form to show this and was sent a reply accordingly. For all those that feed the birds it is a good time to clean those feeders etc. If you are interested in finding out more then please check out the website htt...
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Badger Cull (MP Contact)
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For those opposed at this time to any proposed badger cull the LWT have been asking if you could email your local MP Ours is Jake Berry. I will not put his email directly on here but just use the page www.theyworkforyou.com and this will give you the correct email The email can be sent with this as the text j...
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new mobile number
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I had to invest in a new mobile recently and have had to change my number to 07731776070. Apologies to anybody who has tried to contact me on my old number. cheers Kevin
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Listing Software
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Most have probably seen this free online listing program but if not then you may find this easy and quite useful. It has been revamped lately and is very intuitive. http://ebird.org/content/ebird/about -- Edited by Ste Rush on Sunday 24th of July 2011 01:34:06 AM
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July 18th Outdoor meeting
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All Meet at Kay Street car park at 19:00 and we can descide where to go - Stubbins? -anything we could see Brian? Cheers Ian
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Spotted Flycatcher and Wood Warbler
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I have done well so far getting a few firsts this year and would love to add Spotted Flycatcher and Wood Warbler to that list. I know there were a few Wood Warblers in Rossendale about a month ago but I was wondering if any have stayed on? Where are the best places to look for them? Have the Spotted Flyca...
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Dawn Chorus and Bird Race
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If anyone would like to go on a dawn chorus this or next weekend please give me a ring (I did my leg playing badminton so can't walk but I can sort things out). I have the Bird Race down for 5th June (hope to be able to walk by then) See you Monday 16th at Kay Street at 19:00 Cheers Ian
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