Networking for Nature - A successful partnership

Bird feeder tree   Southwood

Following on from the email below the local RSPB group felt that we should support this request as birds and nature are great way to help people with mindfulness and fantastic source of well being once you embrace nature.

A number of RSPB bird ID posters, bird feeders, information leaflets about nestboxs, ponds for wildlife, feeding garden birds and planting nature for wildlife. Chris our group leader visited the site and walked around with John Edwards and explained the various options that can be done to the grounds to help benefit nature and wildlife and also support the clients with an enjoyable experience.

Chris Tynan

Leader  RSPB Liverpool Local group

A request - 

I wonder if you could help , I am employee by the probation service in Liverpool and I am based in a residential setting for 29 men on a rehabilitative journey from offending behaviour back In to society. 

We are based in Aigburth and have very large garden that we aim to encourage birds in to as a way of enhancing the already very impressive space and help the local bird community flourish.

As usual in the public sector we are bound financially and was wondering if you could direct me to anyone that could help in donating bird houses or feeding equipment.

It's a huge ask but thought I would ask.

John  - National probation service

Dads go free this Father’s Day at RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands

Family trial - David Levensen RSPB  images

Enjoy a family day out at RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands, near Neston this Father’s Day and dads will be treated to free entry, to marvel at the wildlife spectacles on offer. Dozens of elegant avocets, one of the nature reserve’s star birds and the emblem of the RSPB, will be on view with their youngsters. A stroll along the nature trails will serenade visitors with birdsong, whilst the wildflowers, butterflies and dragonflies add a rainbow of colour. 

On the day and throughout June families can also take part in the ‘Wonderful Wildflowers’ trail - a self-led quiz to discover more about the incredible variety of flowers at Burton Mere Wetlands. Normal admission charges apply to non-members, no additional charge for the event. Available 9.30am-4.30pm daily in March.

On any day Explorer Backpacks are available for families to hire, packed with everything needed to discover more about the creatures that call Burton Mere Wetlands home. No booking required, cost £3. Self-led den building is also available close to the visitor facilities, at no additional cost.

Visitors can enjoy some lunch at the reserve, with a variety of fresh, locally-made sandwiches available to buy daily along with hot and cold drinks and a range of snacks.

Venue: RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands, Puddington Lane, Burton, Cheshire, CH64 5SF

Contact: For further details visit www.rspb.org.uk/burtonmerewetlands or phone the visitor reception on 0151 353 2720.

June in Bloom – Wildflower events at RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands

RSPB IMAGES -Child enjoying wild flowers

The team at RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands are inviting visitors to an expert-led guided walk to admire and learn all about the rich array of wildflowers on the reserve, including beautiful orchids. The event takes place on Wednesday 20 June from 10am -12pm and includes exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the reserve’s hay meadow, which boasts specialist flowers including yellow rattle and ragged robin.

 

Places are limited so advanced booking and payment is essential. The walk covers some grassland and farmland so is unsuitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs, and a decent level of fitness is required. Suitable outdoor clothing and footwear should be worn.

 

Additionally, throughout June the ‘Wonderful Wildflowers’ self-led quiz trail encourages families to look a little closer at the colourful plants around the reserve’s nature trails and discover more about them. Available daily at the visitor reception from 9.30am - 4.30pm, free of charge (normal admission charges apply to non-members).

 

On any day Explorer Backpacks are available for families to hire, packed with everything needed to discover more about the creatures that call Burton Mere Wetlands home. No booking required, cost £3. Self-led den building in the woodland is also on offer close to the visitor facilities, at no additional cost (normal admission charges apply to non-members).

Venue: RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands, Puddington Lane, Burton, Cheshire, CH64 5SF

Contact: For further details visit www.rspb.org.uk/burtonmerewetlands or emaildeeestuary@rspb.org.uk or phone the visitor reception on 0151 353 2720.