Wildlife events in Cornwall

Photograph of Blue Tit by Jayne Herbert There are lots of wildlife events and activities going on all over Cornwall.

Most of these events have been taken from the Cornwall Wildlife Trust events diary. Everyone is welcome to attend but donations from non-members would be appreciated.

For more details vist the Cornwall Wildlife Trust web site which I still run on their behalf.

Saturday 5th July 2008

BASKING SHARK EXPLORER

Falmouth
2.00pm to 4.00pm
2 hour marine safari in search of Bbsking sharks so bring your camera for some identification fin shots.
£25 per person 10% to CWT
Only 12 places available so pre-booking required. No disabled access.
Wear warm clothing and sensible shoes.
Meet at Orca Sea Safaris office behind the National Maritime Museum in Falmouth.
Leader: Matt McLeod.
Organised by Orca Sea Safaris Wildlife Marine Cruises w[ww.orcaseasafaris.co.uk]

Sunday 6th July 2008

PHOTOGRAPHY

Tolvaddon
10.00am start
Meet at Boswithian Road, Tolvaddon.
Turn off the A30 at the Pool turning. If approaching from the west take the second right on the slip road; if approaching from the east turn right at the end of the slip road, go under the A30 and then first left. Park near Cornwall Hydraulic Services. SW657418
We aim to photograph dragonflies in particular the scarce blue-tailed and small red damselflies.
Bring camera, tripod, packed lunch, boots and sensible clothing.
Leaders: Steve Jones and David Chapman
Please phone the day before to check the event will go ahead.
Organised by Photographic Group
No disabled access

Sunday 6th July 2008

CLIFF VISIT AT NANJULIAN AND BOSCREGAN FARM

2.30pm
Visit to Cliffs at Nanjulian and Boscregan Farm.
Meet at Kelynack on B 3306 between St Just and Sennen. (SW372299) Limited Parking .
Interesting arable ‘weeds’ including rare purple viper’s bugloss and corn marigold. Could be rare breed cattle on cliffs.
Organised by Penwith Group

Saturday, 12th July 2008

WHAT’S IN AN OWL PELLET?

Five Acres Nature Reserve, Allet near Truro
10.30-12.00
Come and dissect an owl pellet to find the skeletal remains of the owl’s lunch and then try and piece the bones together to identify what mammals they came from.
Suitable for children aged 7yrs and above including wheelchair users.
Meet at CWT H/Q
Booking essential as places are limited by the equipment needed so ring Kirstie on 01872 273939 x 203 to book a place.
Leader: Alison Forward
Organised for Fox Club in celebration of National Mammal Week

Sunday, 13th July 2008

SIGNS OF OTTERS BY THE RIVER INNEY

10.30am
Explore this beautiful riverbank.
Meet at the Old School, Stoke Climsland (SX 36017445)
Booking essential, so phone 01579 370411
Bring a packed lunch and wear stout shoes.
Organised by Mid-Tamar Valley Group

Tuesday 15th July 2008

NABU Guided Walk (in German)

Mousehole to Lamorna and the Merry Maidens
1.00pm to 5.00pm
Meet at Mousehole car park
A landscape like a painting
Every participant pays £6 for adults and £3 for children as a donation to CWT, and takes part at their own risk
Everybody should wear suitable clothes and boots and should take a small picnic meal with him
Leaders: Ruediger Wohlers and Heike Neunaber

Wednesday 16th July 2008

NABU Guided Walk (in German)

Porthcurno
10.15am to 4.00pm
Meet at Porthcurno beach bus stop
Cliffs, dolphins and the most southwesterly point. From Porthcurno to Lands End
Every participant pays £6 for adults and £3 for children as a donation to CWT, and takes part at their own risk
Everybody should wear suitable clothes and boots and should take a small picnic meal with him
Leaders: Ruediger Wohlers and Heike Neunaber

Friday 18th July 2008

NABU Guided Walk (in German)

Walk around The Lizard
12.00pm to 4.30pm
Meet at Lizard Village public telephone car park)
Crossing Cornish heathland fantastic rock formations
Every participant pays £6 for adults and £3 for children as a donation to CWT, and takes part at their own risk
Everybody should wear suitable clothes and boots and should take a small picnic meal with him
Leaders: Ruediger Wohlers and Heike Neunaber

Saturday, 19th July 2008

FACE TO FACE WITH A DORMOUSE

Helman Tor Nature Reserve – Northern Redmoor
09.30-12.00
There are 110 dormouse nest boxes on Red Moor, and they all need checking regularly in the summer, so come and help the Reserve Officer to carry out these checks which involve weighing and recording any dormice found.
This is a rare chance to see nocturnal dormice as you need to be with somebody who has a special license to look inside the boxes!
Suitable for youngsters aged 11-14yrs ONLY.
Meet at Tredinnick Pits entrance, park by the grass triangle. (SX 077 623)
Booking essential as places are limited, so ring Kirstie on 01872 273939 x 203 to book your place.
Leader: Sean O’Hea
Organised for the Out & About Club (11-14 yr olds only) in celebration of National Mammal Week

Saturday, 19th July 2008

SEASHORE SECRETS

Coastguard hut, Hannafore Point, West Looe.
13.00-15.00
A rockpool exploration with a difference; we will bring the rockpools to you! Touch tanks and trays on the shore will let everyone get hands on experience in exploring this fantastic habitat without getting their feet wet!
Suitable for all ages, including wheelchair users, but all children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Call Abby on 07917 765581 for more details.
Leader Abby Crosby (Marine Education Officer)
Organised by Looe’s Marine Heritage Project

Saturday 19th July 2008

NABU Guided Walk (in German)

Praa Sand to Perranunthnoe
10.15am to 2.00pm
Meet at Praa Sands beach cafe
Ghosts, smugglers, giants
Every participant pays £6 for adults and £3 for children as a donation to CWT, and takes part at their own risk
Everybody should wear suitable clothes and boots and should take a small picnic meal with him
Leaders: Ruediger Wohlers and Heike Neunaber

Sunday 20th July 2008

ROCKPOOL AND BEACH WILDLIFE.

Porthpean beach Nr St Austell.
1.00pm start.
A closer look at the marine wildlife that can be found in Cornish rock pools with local marine expert Catriona Burt.
Bring bucket, waterproof shoes and swimmers (if the weather is good we can have a swim.)
All welcome and ideal for beginners.
Meet at Lower Porthpean car park where there is a fee to pay (SX031505)
Organised by Restormel Group.

Monday 21st July 2008

SOCIAL AND LOCAL VISIT

Stoke Climsland.
10.00 am to 12.30 pm.
Meet at The Old School Resource Centre in the village centre opp PO. (SX 36017445)
Join us for a coffee then a visit to a local site of wildlife interest at 10.30.
Organised by Mid-Tamar Valley Group.

Tuesday 22nd July 2008

NABU Guided Walk (in German)

Wednesday 23rd July 2008

NABU Guided Walk (in German)

Madron to Morvah
1.00pm to 4.00pm
Meet at Madron Church
From coast to coast crossing highlands along tin mines and standing stones
Every participant pays £6 for adults and £3 for children as a donation to CWT, and takes part at their own risk
Everybody should wear suitable clothes and boots and should take a small picnic meal with him
Leaders: Ruediger Wohlers and Heike Neunaber

Thursday 24th July 2008

NABU Guided Walk (in German)

Walk around The Lizard
12.00pm to 4.30pm
Meet at Lizard Village public telephone (car park)
Crossing Cornish heathland fantastic rock formations
Every participant pays £6 for adults and £3 for children as a donation to CWT, and takes part at their own risk
Everybody should wear suitable clothes and boots and should take a small picnic meal with him
Leaders: Ruediger Wohlers and Heike Neunaber

Tuesday 29th July 2008

SHORE AND MARINE EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

Falmouth
Start 1.00pm to finish 5.00pm
Meet at Orca Sea Safaris office Behind National Maritime Museum, Falmouth, Cornwall
This experience for ages 7-16 will include shore exploration with Marine scientist Dr Joanna Henley of Sciart solutions, and then a 2 hour marine safari with Orca sea safaris
Price £30 per child (10% to CWT)
Organised by Orca Sea Safaris Wildlife Marine Cruises www.orcaseasafaris.co.uk
No disabled access
Only 12 places available, pre booking required

Saturday, 2nd August 2008

ROCKPOOL ROADSHOW

Five Acres Nature Reserve, Allet
10.30-12.30
Aquarists from the Blue Reef Aquarium will introduce you to crabs, starfish and other rockpool inhabitants and you can then make a sea creature fishing game to take home.
Suitable for wheelchair users.
Booking essential and there will be a charge of £1 to cover the cost of materials, so phone Kirstie on 01872 273939 X 203.
Organised for Fox Club in celebration of National Marine Week.

Saturday 2nd August 2008

WILDFLOWERS GUIDED WALK ON THE RESERVE

Churchtown Farm Nature Reserve, Saltash
11.00am approx 2hrs
Meet at Wearde Road entrance to the Reserve
Discovering Wildflowers on the Reserve
Bring appropriate footwear, plus waterproofs
Leader: Ian Bennallick
Organised by Friends of Churchtown Farm Nature Reserve, Saltash

Saturday, 2nd August 2008

Whale, Dolphin & Basking Shark Watch

Gwennap Head, Lands End From 10.00am ‘till evening Location to be confirmed on booking Come and spend some part of the day with Cornwall Wildlife Trust & SeaWatch SW marine experts searching for cetaceans and basking sharks as part of the Seaquest Southwest programme. Wear weather-appropriate clothing, non-slip footwear and bring sunscreen. Leader: Fiona McNie Call Joana on (01872) 273 939 ext. 207 to find out where to meet. No disabled access Organised by Seaquest Southwest & SeaWatch SW for National Marine Week

Saturday, 2nd August 2008

ATLANTIC ADVENTURE OCEAN WILDLIFE RIDES

Twice Daily 2 & 3-hour trips (subject to weather)from Land’s End to the Lizard until the end of Marine Fortnight.
Meet at Albert Pier, Penzance Harbour (SW 477 303)
Come on this exciting marine wildlife trip on a RIB where expert guides will point out cetaceans, basking sharks, seals, sunfish and seabirds.
Cost: £30 adults, £20 children (5-15yrs) for 2hr trips and £35 adults, £30 childen (aged 10-15yrs) for 3hr trips. (10% of which is donated to CWT)
Book through leader on 01736 811200
Wear weather-appropriate clothing, non-slip footwear and bring sunscreen.
Leader Rory Goodall
Organised by Elemental Tours for Fox Club in celebration of National Marine Week.

Monday, 4th August 2008

Rockpool Ramble

Falmouth
10.00-12.00
Explore these mini underwater habitats with our Marine Officer.
Suitable for ages 7 years and above.
Booking essential to find out where to meet, so phone Kirstie on 01872 273939 x 203.
Bring sunscreen, non-slip shoes, net and bucket (if you have them).
Organised for Fox Club in celebration of National Marine Week.

Wednesday 6th August 2008

SUPER SEALS

East Looe
7.30pm to 9.00pm
Meet at The Guildhall, East Looe
Come and enjoy a FREE talk by Seal Expert, Sue Sayer, from the Cornwall Seal Group.
She will tell us all about these beautiful creatures that share our coastline in Cornwall. Suitable for all ages
Leader: Abigail Crosby, Marine Education Officer
Organised by Looe’s Marine Heritage Project in celebration of National Marine Week.

Saturday 9th August 2008

AWARENESS/ OPEN DAY

Churchtown Farm Nature Reserve, Saltash
10.00am all day
Meet at Wearde Park field SX421582
Various country crafts & stalls, children’s activities, Birds of Prey, Falconry display, guided walks etc.
Free entrance but bring your pocket money!
Leaders: Friends of Churchtown Farm members.
Organised by Friends of Churchtown Farm Community Nature Reserve.

Sunday 10th August 2008

GUIDED WALK OF ST GEORGES ISLAND

West Looe
10.00am to 12.45pm
Meet at 09.45 at the Cornwall Wildlife Boat, West Looe
Join our warden for a guided tour of the magical St Georges Island, and see and hear about the work of the Cornwall Wildlife Trust in conserving this incredible place.
Wear suitable footwear and clothing.
Cost: £7.50 per person
Leader: Abigail Crosby, Marine Education Officer
Organised by Looe’s Marine Heritage Project in celebration of National Marine Week.

Tuesday, 12th August 2008

SNORKEL SAFARI

East Looe
12.00pm start
Join our trained marine experts from the Marine Biological Association and explore the incredible underwater habitat of the Looe coast.
Snorkel equipment provided, however please wear a wetsuit and bring personal snorkel equipment, if you have any.
Meet outside the RNLI shop, East Looe.
Booking essential so call Abby on 07917 765581 to find out where to meet.
Leader Guy Baker (MarLIN)
Organised for the Out & About Club (11-14 yr olds ONLY) by Looe’s Marine Heritage Project in celebration of National Marine Week.

Thursday, 14th August 2008

Rockpool Ramble & Colouring Competition

Tolcarne Beach, Newquay
10.00-12.00
Come and explore the fascinating marine life in the rockpools on this beautiful beach and then bring your new knowledge to enter a colouring competition at the Venus beach cafe. Great prizes to be won, so bring sunscreen, suitable shoes, net and bucket.
Booking essential, so phone Kirstie on 01872 273939 ext 203
Organised for Fox Club to celebrate National Marine Week

Friday, 15th August 2008

SOS - Dolphin Rescue!

Penwith
start at 2pm
Using inflatable models, learn how to deal with a stranded cetacean.
Wear clothing and footwear that you can get wet and lots of sunscreen
Booking essential to find out where to meet, so phone Kirstie on 018732 273939 ext 203
Leader: Dave Jarvis from British Divers Marine Life Rescue Team (Cornwall)
Organised for Fox Club in celebration of National Marine Week

Saturday 16th August 2008

SLIMY SEAWEEDS

West Looe.
11.00am to 1.00pm.
Meet at the coastguard hut, Hannafore Point Cafe, West Looe.
Join our marine experts and explore the reef to discover the hundreds of different and beautiful seaweeds and incredible creatures and micro monsters that live in them.
FREE and suitable for all ages with adult supervsion.
Please wear waterproof and warm clothing and sensible shoes that can get wet!
Leader: Abigail Crosby, Marine Education Officer.
Organised by Looe’s Marine Heritage Project in celebration of National Marine Week.

Sunday 17th August 2008

GOSS MOOR WILDLIFE WALK.

10.00am to 1.00pm
A morning walk around this English Nature reserve with our wildlife expert, to look for dragonflies, butterflies and birds.
All welcome and ideal for beginners.
Meet at lay-by on the old A30 Indian Queens to Bodmin Road (SW934599)
Leader: Dave Thomas.
Organised by Restormel Group.

Sunday, 17th August 2008

Rockpool Ramble

Battery Rocks, Penzance
11.00-12.30
Come and explore the rockpools with our marine expert
Booking essential to find out where to meet, so phone Kirstie on 01872 273939 ext 203
Wear non-slip rock scrambling shoes and bring water to drink, sun protection or rain gear, depending on the weather.
Leader: Rory Goodall
Organised for Fox Club in celebration of National Marine Week

Wednesday 20th August 2008

BENEATH THE WAVES

East Looe
7.30pm to 9.00pm
Meet at the Guildhall in East Looe
Abigail Crosby, Marine Education Officer for the Cornwall Wildlife Trust, will talk you through the marine wonders of Looe and St Georges island from the estuary to the open ocean.
FREE and suitable for all ages
Leader: Abigail Crosby, Marine Education Officer
Organised by Looe’s Marine Heritage Project

Wednesday 20th August 2008

EXPLORE THE SHORE

Durgan
2.00pm to 4.00pm
Meet on shore SW774273
Free. Use National Trust car park.
Wear suitable warm beach scrambling clothes
Leader: Ruth Williams
No disabled access
Organised by Helford MC Group

Thursday, 21st August 2008

MAKE A WILDLIFE SCRAPBOOK

Five Acres Nature Reserve, Allet, Truro
14.00-16.00
Come on a walk in the woods to collect materials to put in a scrapbook made by you out of recycled paper, and see if you can spot any of the woodland wildlife as we wander along.
Wear old clothes as paper-making is a mucky business!
Suitable for all ages with adult help and the paths are wheelchair-friendly.
Five Acres Nature Reserve is on the B3284 to Perranporth, north of Truro at the junction in Allet.
Meet in the reserve car park immediately on the right (SW 794486)
Booking essential, as places are limited to 20, so ring Kirstie on 01872 273939 x 203 to book your place.
Leader: Amy Wynn
Organised for Fox Club.

Friday 22nd August 2008

TABLE TOP SALE

Triangle, Bude
10.00am to 3.00pm
Donations of produce, books, plants gratefully received.
Organised by Tamar group

Friday 22nd August 2008

FLYING FUR

North Hill Wood, Luxulyan Valley.
8.00pm
An evening walk in the valley listening to and spotting bats using the latest electronic bat detectors.
This is a joint meeting with the Friends of Luxulyan Valley.
Non members £1.50.
Bring warm clothing and torch.
Meet at Ponts Mill car park between St Blazey and Lostwithiel off the A390 (SX072562).
Leader: Dr Carol Williams from the Bat Conservation Trust.
Organised by Restormel Group.

Monday 25th August 2008

SOCIAL & LOCAL VISIT

Stoke Climsland
10.00am to 12.30pm
Meet at the Old School Resource Centre, Stoke Climsland (SX36017455)
Coffee then visit to a local site of wildlife interest at 10.30am.
Organised by Mid-Tamar Valley Group.

Tuesday, 26th August 2008

GOING BATTY

Five Acres Nature Reserve, Allet
19.00-21.00
Come and learn a bit more about bats by playing games and making some batty things indoors, then we’ll go on a bat walk in the woods listening for bats hunting amongst the trees.
Wear suitable outdoor clothing and footwear and bring a torch.
Suitable for all ages with adult help and the paths are wheelchair-friendly.
Meet at CWT H/Q
Booking essential as places are limited, so ring Kirstie on 01872 273939 X 203
Leaders Alison Forward & Kirstie Francis.
Organised for Fox Club in celebration of National Bat Week

Tuesday, 26th August 2008

SNORKEL SAFARI

Kingsands Beach near Looe
12.00pm start
Join our trained marine experts from the Marine Biological Association and explore the incredible underwater world of Cornwall.
Snorkel equipment provided, however please wear a wetsuit and bring personal snorkel equipment, if you have any.
Booking essential to find out where to meet, so call Abby on 07917 765581.
Leader Guy Baker (MarLIN)
Organised for the Out & About Club (11-14 yr olds ONLY) by Looe’s Marine Heritage Project

Wednesday, 27th August 2008

SNORKEL SAFARI

Saturday, 30th August 2008

WHO LIVES AMONGST THE GRAVESTONES?

St Clement churchyard, Truro
19.30-21.00 (sunset at 20.05)
Come and find out about some of the wildlife that calls your local churchyard home.
We will go on a bat walk with bat detectors to see if we can ‘hear’ the two species of bats known to live near the churchyard and go hunting there every night, and will end the evening with a bonfire and sausages, weather permitting.
Wear warm clothing and bring something to sit on, a torch and a flask of something warm to drink after dark.
Meet at St Clement Church (SW 851 439).
Booking essential as places are limited to 18, so contact Robert on 01872 272929 to book your place.
Leaders: Robert Moor (Living Churchyards) and Steve Marshall (Cornwall Bat Group).
Organised for Fox Club in celebration of National Bat Week.

Sunday 31st August 2008

EVENING BOAT TRIP WITH PASTY

5.00pm to 8.00pm
Due to a high flood tide on this date, we aim to explore some of the smaller creeks upstream as well as cruising out towards St Mawes.
We will be on Look Ahead II which used to operate from St Mawes until the 1990’s when she was sold and went to Plymouth.
She has recently worked the River Avon in the Midlands where she was known as the Avon Belle.
Rhos Newman from Tolverne brought her back to the Fal this year and renovated her, reinstating her original name. Being a single engine boat she uses less diesel and is greener and more economical and as Rhos says “ because she’s that bit smaller, she can reach parts of the river that other boats can’t reach.”
This event has always been popular in the past so if you would like to join us, Wildlife Trust member or not, please call to book as soon as possible as numbers are strictly limited.
The cost for the trip is £8.50 including a pasty of your choice (Meat, Vegetable or Cheese and Onion).
Organised by Carrick Group

Saturday 6th September and Sunday 7th September 2008

WILD WEEKENDS WITH CWT

West Cornwall
Times vary daily so call 01736 811200 for details or see www.cornwallwildlifetrust.org.uk
Meet at Albert Pier or Bus and Train Station, Penzance Harbour (SW 477 303)
Saturdays: Marine wildlife R.I.B. trips around the magnificent Land’s End peninsular, on the lookout for Cetaceans, Basking Sharks, Seals, Sunfish, resident and seasonal Birds.
3 hour trip costs £35 adults, £25 children (over 10yrs and under 15yrs).
Sundays: Safari-style 4x4 land tours, taking in local wildlife, flowers, mining heritage, ancient historical sites and CWT reserves, all set in the stunning scenery of West Penwith.
4 hour trip costs £30 adults, £20 children. (10% of fares donated to CWT)
Bring warm, water-proof clothing and boots for the land tours as short walks are part of the itinerary, and cameras, binoculars, snacks and a drink.
Leader: Rory Goodall
Contact 01736 811200 to book.
Organised by CWT & Elemental Tours.

Saturday, 6th September 2008

REPTILE HUNT

Penhale Army Camp near Holywell Bay
10.00-12.00
Come and explore this military site that's not open to the public and see if we can spot some basking reptiles. Our reptile expert will show you the best places to look for such creatures as lizards, grass snakes and adders.
Wear walking boots or sturdy shoes and bring a hat and sunscreen.
Booking essential to gain entry to the camp, so phone Kirstie before Aug 29th on 01872 273939 X 203.
Leader: Mark Nicholson (Cornwall Reptile & Amphibian Group)
Organised for the Out & About Club (11-14 yr olds ONLY)

Sunday ,7th September

BOTALLACK COUNTRY FAIR

12.00pm midday until 5.00pm
The Country Fair theme this year is sustainability and local living.
Organised in association with the National Trust at the Count House, Botallack.
Entry charge: Adults £2, children free.
Lots of crafts - stalls and demonstrations - steam attractions, events for children and plenty of refreshments.
Organised by Penwith Group

Monday 8th September 2008

FIELD TRIP REVIEW

Allet
7:30 pm
Organised by Photographic Group

Friday 12th September 2008

CLIMATE FRIENDLY FORTNIGHT LAUNCH PARTY

Miss Peapods, Jubilee Wharf, Penryn.
Evening
Launch party to celebrate Climate Friendly Fortnight to be opened by special guest Bridgit Strawbridge.
Local bands will entertain you through the night so come along and enjoy the party!
Bring your dancing shoes.
Contact: Cheryl Marriott (01872) 240777 ext. 210.
www.climatefriendlycornwall.org.uk
Disabled access is available
Organised by CWT and Cornwall Friends of the Earth.

Saturday 13th September and Sunday 14th September 2008

WILD WEEKENDS WITH CWT

Saturday 13th September 2008

GUIDED WALK ON THE RESERVE

Churchtown Farm Community Nature Reserve, Saltash
11.00am. approx 2 hrs
Meet at Wearde Road entrance to Nature Reserve SX421582
Discovering the Forgotten Corners of the Reserve
Bring appropriate footwear, plus waterproofs
Leader: Keith Rawlings
Organised by Friends of Churchtown Farm Community Nature Reserve, Saltash

Saturday 13th September 2008

CLIMATE FRIENDLY FORTNIGHT

Saturday 13th – Sunday 28th September
Events across Cornwall
CWT and Cornwall Friends of the Earth have teamed up to organise this year’s Climate Friendly Fortnight.
There will be fun events across the county organised by various groups, encouraging people to take positive action to help tackle climate change.
For events listing go to www.climatefriendlycornwall.org.uk.
Contact: Jasmin Brown (01872) 273939 ext. 252
www.climatefriendlycornwall.org.uk.
Organised by Cornwall Wildlife Trust, Cornwall Friends of the Earth, Cornwall Community Climate Forum.

Sunday 14th September 208

SNORKELLING SAFARI

Durgan shore
10.30am to 12.30pm
Use National Trust car park SW774273
Cost £3. HMCG members free
Bring own gear tho’ some may be available for over 10yr olds.
Booking ESSENTIAL for safety reasons. Must be able to swim. Participation entirely at own risk & children MUST be accompanied by adult.
Leader: David Ball
No disabled access
Organised by Helford MC Group

Sunday 14th September 2008

WOODLAND WALK, GARDEN TOUR AND CREAM TEA

Tregenna Castle Hotel, St. Ives
2.00pm to 4.00pm.
Meet at Hotel reception. By train: Hotel 1/3 mile from St. Ives train station. By road: A3074 to St. Ives, immediately after Carbis Bay main entrance on the left. SW519396
Explore the hotel’s woodland walk including small mammals, take a tour of the beautiful sub tropical gardens, then indulge in a cream tea! Special reader offer cream teas at £4 each.
Booking preferred but not essential. Contact Jasmin.
Weather appropriate clothing and footwear.
Leader: Rory Goodall
Contact: Jasmin Brown (01872) 273939 ext. 251
Disabled access is available but please note path to garden waterfall is steep
Organised by Tregenna Castle Hotel.

Wednesday 17th September 2008

TRANSITION FALMOUTH – CLIMATE FRIENDLY FORTNIGHT EVENT

Location tbc
Time tbc
Meet at tbc
Tonight’s meeting will be dedicated to discussion of climate friendly issues.
Leader: Lorely Lloyd
Organised by Transition Falmouth

Wednesday 17th September 2008

CARRICK GROUP ’PLANNING’ MEETING

Cornwall Wildlife Trust Headquarters, Allet, Truro, TR4 9DJ
7.00pm
To discuss and plan future events and roles within the group. An opportunity for all those interested in supporting the group to come together and discuss how they would like to see it develop. Come along and have your say!
Organised by Carrick Group

Saturday 20th September and Sunday 21st September 2008

WILD WEEKENDS WITH CWT

Saturday 20th September 2008

BEACH WATCH

East Looe Seafront and Hannafore Point.
Start 1.00pm.
Meeting point to be decided nearer the date so look out for further information!
Beachwatch is a nation-wide beach clean-up and litter survey organised by the Marine Conservation Society (MCS) Thousands of volunteers from around the UK spend just a few hours of the Beachwatch weekend helping to clean up and survey our coastline, and we want to get involved in Looe. So come and help clean your beach, and have a nice cup of hot chocolate with marshmallows as a reward afterwards!
Wear Sensible outdoor clothing and footwear.
Leader: Abigail Crosby.
Organised by Looe’s Marine Heritage Project and Cornwall Wildlife Trust.

Saturday, 20th September

LET’S HELP CLEAN CORNWALL

Maningham Wood, Illogan
11.00-12.30
Come and help the Friends of Maningham Wood clear any rubbish left by the summer visitors, and afterwards take part in a natural art competition using bits and bobs found in the woods.
There will be prizes for the most creative use of rubbish and the most artistic rearrangement of natural resources!
Suitable for all ages and the wood has wheelchair-friendly paths throughout.
Wear clothing appropriate for the weather and bring something to sit on afterwards.
Maningham Wood is in the centre of the village of Illogan, 1 mile north of Redruth. Meet at the entrance to the wood, opposite the Co-op, pub and pasty shop.
Take the Redruth exit off the A30 and go north, following signs to North Country and Portreath. Cross the Portreath road and head for the Tehidy Camp Site/Cornishman Pub and drive until you reach the Illogan sign. At the end of this roller-coaster of a road you will be at the crossroads in the centre of the village where you will find the entrance to the wood.
Booking preferred so phone Kirstie on 01872 273939 x 203 to book your place.
Leader Alison Forward
Organised by Fox Club and the FoMW for Clean Cornwall Week.

Sunday, 21st September

SHARK & RAY CASE HUNT

Sennen Cove
15.00-17.00
Come and help mark Beach Watch Weekend by strolling along the beach with our marine expert, searching for the egg cases of sharks and rays and other treasures that the ocean has offered up.
Wear suitable outdoor warm and waterproof clothing.
Meet in the Sennen Cove car park next to the Lifeboat Station.
Drive towards Lands End on the A30 and turn off right (north) to Sennen Cove and the car park is at the end of that road by the each.
Leader Rory Goodall
Organised for Fox Club to mark Beach Watch Weekend

Monday 22nd September 2008

SOCIAL & LOCAL VISIT

Saturday, 27th September 2008

FLY FISHING FOR NOVICES

Stithians Lake, Wendron
10.00 – 16.00
Come and try your hand at FREE fly fishing for trout with expert tuition in the beautiful setting of Stithians Reservoir near Redruth.
Because we want you to master this skilled form of fishing and, hopefully, catch something to take home for your tea, numbers are limited to 16 to allow for individual tuition by our qualified instructors.
There will also be the opportunity to do some pond-dipping afterwards to see what food the trout eat naturally, so bring your net if you have one.
Wear suitable footwear and clothing appropriate for the weather on the day, bring a pair of eye glasses or sunglasses for protection of your eyes (although safety glasses will be available if needed) and bring a packed lunch and hot drink.
Book early, by phoning Kirstie on 01872 273939 x 203, to find out where and when to meet.
Leaders Annie & Gary Champion (AAGAI master)
Organised for Out & About Club (11-14yr olds ONLY) with support from the Environment Agency and South West Lakes Trust.

Saturday 27th September and Sunday 28th September 2008

WILD WEEKENDS WITH CWT

Sunday, 28th September

NATURE CYCLE RIDE

Cambrose, Nr Portreath
11.00 – 14.00
Enjoy a guided nature ride along the family-friendly Coast to Coast trail.
Bring your own bike or hire one from the Bike Barn (see www.thebikebarn.org for details), and join our experienced trail guide for a leisurely and educational ride on this stunning, mainly off-road cycle track.
Children can enjoy the Coast to Coast trail activity packs, whilst adults are guaranteed an enjoyable and enlightening ride.
Refreshments, including organic ice cream for the children and locally produced ale for the adults, are available in the scenic grounds when back at Elm Farm.
Wear suitable clothing and bring a drink as well as your bike & helmet (hire a bike and the helmet is free!).
Cost £2 per person.
Meet at the Bike Barn, Elm Farm, Cambrose (SW 694 457)
Booking essential so phone leader on 01736 811200 to find out when to meet.
Leader: Rory Goodall.
Organised for Fox Club to celebrate Climate Friendly Fortnight

Saturday, 4th October

WILDLIFE ART & CRAFTY

CWT HQ, Five Acres, Allet
10.00-12.00
Come along and join us in making and creating wildlife creatures from recycled and natural materials.
Suitable for all ages with adult help, and the venue is wheelchair friendly.
Bring £1 to cover materials.
Limited to 12 places so phone Kirstie on 01872 273939 X 203 to book your place.
Leader Kirstie Francis

Saturday, 4th October

DELICIOUS OR DEADLY FUNGI?

Tehidy Country Park, near Camborne
11-14yr olds ONLY
Times to be confirmed on booking
Come and find out what kind of mushrooms you can safely eat and those that you must steer well clear of.
Our fungi experts will take you on a foray around this country park and show you how to identify the tasty specimens from the deadly ones.
If it’s pouring with rain, meet in the café and see some real and model specimens to learn the difference anyway!
Meet outside the café at the south drive entrance to the park (SW 650 433)
Access is from the Camborne/Portreath exit off the A30, turning north to Illogan/Portreath then west to Tehidy. The Country Park is well signposted along this road on the left and the café is next to the car park.
Wear suitable walking shoes and outdoor clothing and bring a magnifying glass/hand lens if you have one, although some will be available to borrow.
Booking essential to find out what time to meet and to complete a parental consent form, so phone Kirstie on 01872 273939 X 203
Leaders: Sarah Board & Pauline Penna (Cornwall Fungi Recording Group)
Organised for The Out & About Club (11-14yr olds) only.

Sunday 5th October 2008

ATLANTIC ADVENTURE

Land’s End to Lizard.
10:30am to 12:30pm.
Meet at Albert Pier, Penzance (SW477303).
Thrilling 2 hour marine wildlife trip on high-speed R.I.B. See cetaceans, seals and seasonal birds on a tour sprinkled with history, geology and fantastic scenery! Cost: £30 Adults, £20 Children under 15 (10% to CWT) Bring weather appropriate clothing, cameras, binoculars, snacks and a drink.
Leader: Rory Goodall.
Contact him on 01736 811200 / 07971 540280 to book.
Organised by Elemental Tours.

Saturday 11th October 2008

GUIDED WALK ON THE RESERVE

Churchtown Farm Community Nature Reserve, Saltash
11.00am approx 2 hrs
Meet at Wearde Road entrance to Nature Reserve SX421582
Discover Wading Birds on the Reserve at this time of year
Bring appropriate footwear, plus waterproofs Suggest binoculars
Leader: Mike Northey
Organised by Friends of Churchtown Farm Community Nature Reserve, Saltash

Saturday, 11th October

APPLE DAY

Kehelland Horticultural Centre, near Camborne
11.00 -17.00
Come and celebrate the wonderful diversity of apples and other fruit trees in the British countryside by taking part in traditional activities such as apple tasting, apple-bobbing, catch-an-apple, longest peel competition and lots, lots more.
There will be stalls, refreshments, crafts and workshops as well as a BBQ all day long and a Celidh in the evening from 6pm. So come and spend the day with us - Come Rain or Shine!
Meet at Kehelland Horticultural Centre (Phone 01209 718975 for directions) (SW 621411)
Take the A30 to Camborne West and turn right at the roundabout, then right again at the signpost to Kehelland. Then follow the apple-shaped signs!!

Sunday 12th October 2008

ATLANTIC ADVENTURE.

Land’s End to Lizard
1:30pm to 3:30pm.
Meet at Albert Pier, Penzance (SW477303).
Thrilling 2 hour marine wildlife trip on high-speed R.I.B. See cetaceans, seals and seasonal birds on a tour sprinkled with history, geology and fantastic scenery! Cost: £30 Adults, £20 Children under 15 (10% to CWT) Bring weather appropriate clothing, cameras, binoculars, snacks and a drink.
Leader: Rory Goodall.
Contact him on 01736 811200 / 07971 540280 to book.
Organised by Elemental Tours.

Sunday 12th October 2008

ST UNY LELANT MANAGEMENT DAY

10am to 4.00pm
Meet at St Uny church in Lelant to bash brambles and cut back growth for the winter
Part of the living churchyard project.
Bring gardening gloves, loppers, secateurs, small hand hooks, protective clothing and lunch.
Organised by Penwith Group

Monday 13th October 2008

MEMBERS EVENING

Allet
7:30 pm
Organised by Photographic Group

Saturday 18th October 2008

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF THE HELFORD VMCA

Gweek Village Hall
7.30pm
Hall beside Seal Sanctuary, Gweek SW09266
Enjoy beautiful pictures and interesting experiences of HVMCA people.
Photographic competition winners to be announced. Light refreshments to be served.
The donation of a plate of finger food would be welcomed
Disabled access Is available
Organised by Helford MC Group

Saturday 18th October 2008

“CRAGGY PONDEROUS STONES” AND OTHER DELIGHTS.

Roche Rock
10.00am to 1.00pm.
Meet just inside roadside hedge at Roche Rock, Roche SW992597
A slow amble from Roche Rock to Tresayes Quarry reserve, and back, across fields, tracks and stiles, following the ‘Roche Rock and Tresayes Trail’. Rocks, ruins, heathland, Saxons, balmaidens, peppercorns and more.
You can download the trail leaflet from the trust’s website, or collect one on the day.
Leader: John Macadam
Organised by RIGS Group
No disabled access available

Sunday 19th October 2008

ATLANTIC ADVENTURE.

Sunday, 19th October

BATTY ABOUT BOXES

Five Acres Nature Reserve, Allet
13.30-15.30
Come and help us celebrate Make a Difference Day by making a bat box to put up in your garden for local bats to shelter in. Some may even use it to hibernate in this coming winter.
After you help us put one up in the nature reserve, you are in for a treat as Norman the tame Noctule is coming along to show you how they work!
Limited Places – MUST BOOK! Phone Kirstie on 01872 273939 X 203 by Oct 10th to reserve your place.
We provide the materials, designs, instructions and tools but you will need to bring an adult to help with the sawing and hammering.
The cost of the wood and nails for each box is £3.50 and you will be asked to send a deposit when you book your place.
Meet at CWT HQ (SW 794486)
Leader: Kirstie Francis.
Organised by Fox Club in celebration of Make a Difference Day

Saturday, 25th October

FEED THE BIRDS DAY

Five Acres Nature Reserve, Allet
10.30-12.30 & 13.30-15.30
Come and celebrate Feed the Birds Day by making a bird table to help your garden birds survive this winter.
Our reserves officer will help you build your own wooden bird table from scratch, and you can then make a variety of different types of bird-feeder from recycled materials to hang from it.
Limited Places – MUST BOOK! Phone Kirstie on 01872 273939 X 203 to book yourself into one of the time slots.
The cost of the wood for the table is £5 and the bird feeders are free, but bring an adult to help you with the sawing and hammering!
Meet at CWT HQ (SW 794486)
Leader: Sean O’Hea.
Organised by Fox Club in celebration of Feed the Birds Day

Sunday 26th October 2008

ATLANTIC ADVENTURE.

Land’s End to Lizard
1:00pm to 3:00pm.
Meet at Albert Pier, Penzance (SW477303).
Thrilling 2 hour marine wildlife trip on high-speed R.I.B. See cetaceans, seals and seasonal birds on a tour sprinkled with history, geology and fantastic scenery! Cost: £30 Adults, £20 Children under 15 (10% to CWT) Bring weather appropriate clothing, cameras, binoculars, snacks and a drink.
Leader: Rory Goodall.
Contact him on 01736 811200 / 07971 540280 to book.
Organised by Elemental Tours.

Sunday, 26th October

SEED GATHERING SUNDAY

Five Acres Nature Reserve, Allet near Truro
11.00-12.30
Come and celebrate this bountiful season by collecting seeds from our nature reserve to plant in your own pots and then return to the wild when grown into a young tree.
We will also have some creative fun making leaf and seed puppets of the animals involved in seed dispersal.
Booking essential so phone Kirstie on 01872 273939 X 203.
Meet in the CWT car park (SW 794486) Leaders: Alison Forward & Kirstie Francis
Organised by Fox Club in celebration of Seed Gathering Sunday

Monday 27th October 2008

ISLES OF SCILLY WILDLIFE TRUST

Monday 27th October to Friday 31st October
We are on Scilly for part of this week to liaise with the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust about bringing some volunteers to work in May 2009.
If any members, who are day tripping, would like to make contact with us there, please phone before the week.
Organised by Penwith Group

Monday 27th October 2008

SOCIAL & LOCAL VISIT

Saturday, 8th November

BEACH CLEAN & BBQ

Churchtown Farm Nature Reserve, Saltash
14.00 -16.00
Come and help us clear flotsam and jetsam from the beach area and then join us at the BBQ.
Meet at Railway Bridge entrance (SX 418 577)
Bring rubber gloves, suitable footwear and wet weather clothing.
Suitable for children aged 6yrs and above with adult help.
Leader: Keith Rawlings
Organised by Friends of Churchtown Farm Nature Reserve.

Monday 10th November 2008

MEMBERS EVENING

Allet
7:30 pm
Organised by Photographic Group

Saturday 15th November 2008

LICHEN AND FUNGI DAY

A churchyard somewhere in the Bodmin area
10.00am until approx 1.30pm.
Phone to find out the exact location.
A look at lichens and fungi (including hopefully waxcaps) in the churchyard.
Wear outdoor footwear and suitable clothing, including waterproofs if necessary.
Leaders: Bob Hodgson (local lichen specialist) and Pauline Penna (Cornwall Fungi Recording Group).
Booking essential, so call Robert Moor on 01872 272929.
Sorry - no disabled access.
Organised by Cornwall’s Living Churchyards Project.

Saturday 22nd November 2008

PLANNING MEETING WITH SEASONAL REFRESHMENTS

7.30pm
At Ludgvan Churchtown
Come and review the year and plan for 2009.
Phone us if you are coming and for parking arrangements and directions
Organised by Penwith Group

Saturday 22nd Novemebr 2008

MARINE CONSERVATION AT THE CORNWALL WILDLIFE TRUST

Gweek Village Hall
7.30pm
Hall beside Seal Sanctuary, Gweek SW09266
Our fascinating Cornish seas Entry £2. HMCG members & children free
Leader: Ruth Williams
Ramp from car park to main hall entrance for disabled access
Organised by Helford MC Group

Sunday, 23rd November

WINTER BIRD WALK

Loe Pool, Helston
14.00-16.00
Come and join our bird expert looking for wintering ducks, gulls, moorhen, coot and small birds like chiffchaff, various tits and wagtails.
We might even be lucky enough to see a large pied wagtail roost gathering as the sun sets.
Meet at Helston Fairground where there is free parking (SW 653 271).
Wear good walking shoes/boots and bring binoculars if you have them, although there will be some available to borrow.
Booking essential to borrow Trust binoculars, so phone Kirstie on 01872 273939 X 203.
Leader Martin Rule

Monday 24th November 2008

SOCIAL & LOCAL VISIT

Saturday 6th December 2008

SEAHORSES: THE ENIGMATIC FISH

Gweek Village Hall
7.30pm
Hall beside Seal Sanctuary, Gweek SW709266
Fascinating inhabitants of tropical seas and our own coast
Entry £2. HMCG members & children free
Leader: Neil Garrick-Maidment
Disabled access is available
Organised by Helford MC Group

Sunday, 7th December

TREE DRESSING DAY

Five Acres Nature Reserve, Allet
11.00-13.00 & 13.30-15.50
Come and make your own Christmas decorations from natural and recycled materials and help us dress the CWT office tree.
£1 donation requested to cover the costs of materials.
Suitable for all ages and wheelchair-friendly.
Booking essential to be allocated your time slot, so phone Kirstie on 01872 273939 x 203
Leaders Sarah McCartney & Kirstie Francis
Organised for Fox Club to mark Tree Dressing Day

Monday 8th December 2008

MEMBERS EVENING

Allet
7:30 pm
Organised by Photographic Group

Saturday 13th December 2008

GUIDED WALK ON THE RESERVE

Churchtown Farm Community Nature Reserve, Saltash
1100am. approx 2 hrs
Meet at Wearde Road entrance to Nature Reserve SX421582
Discovering Winter Waders and Finches at this time of year Followed by Christmas lunch at the Cecil Arms
Booking essential, meal cost applies Bring suitable footwear, wet weather clothing Suggest binoculars
Leader: Mike Northey
Organised by Friends of Churchtown Farm Community Nature Reserve, Saltash