14th May 2008 01:01 am
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HOMEPAGE If you haven't already visited this website check here to find out all about the Woolston Eyes Bird Reserve and the W.E.C.G. including information concerning group visits.
Full of interesting and informative material including who we are, where we are and what we do.
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LATEST NEWS
Black terns
At the time of writing, several Black Terns are gracing No3 bed. On the evening of 9th May they were giving excellent views from a number of the hides.... READ MORE
Cuckoo Ringed
On Saturday 2nd May 2008, the ringing team had the good fortune to trap a cuckoo. Three pictures were taken and can be seen with other pictures from the ringing team by clicking on... READ MORE
April 2008 Migration Watch
A migration watch took place at the end of April. The results are now available by clicking on Bird Surveys and then following the link on the next page.... READ MORE
Recent sightings
A fine Marsh Harrier was present over the weekend of 19th April and was still present on 21st April.The 5 Scaup that have been around for several weeks re-appeared on No3 bed on 22... READ MORE
Black-necked Grebe news
On 18th March the first Black-necked Grebe of 2008 were spotted at the Eyes. 1 bird was on Centre Pool and 1 on the NW Pool. Later in the afternoon two birds were seen on the centr... READ MORE
Dates of group visits to the Eyes
In 2008 there are eleven groups which have organised field trips to Woolston. In order that you may be better able to plan your own visit for a quieter day a list is given below o... READ MORE
Newsletters via email
The WECG currently distributes over 300 newsletters by post which costs us a lot of money. It's also not that great for the environment! If you currently receive the newsletter by ... READ MORE
November 2007 Newsletter
The November 2007 is hot off the press and can be accessed by clicking on the Newsletter link on the left hand side of this page. There are lots of interesting sections whic... READ MORE
Salmon Poaching
The Environment Agency's local fisheries officer is keen to reduce poaching activity at the weir and would be grateful for any information. His mobile number is 07768 905 968 and i... READ MORE
Giant Hogweed
Visitors are asked to take care when moving around the reserve due to the presence of Giant Hogweed. This is a very nasty plant and the following extract from an official website ... READ MORE
Nature's Calendar book
As some of you are aware, Woolston Eyes was recently featured in the BBC wildlife series Nature's Calendar. A book to coincide with the series has recently been produced. It covers... READ MORE
Visiting the Eyes using Public Transport
Information on local buses has now been added to the "Where are we?" link at the right hand side of this screen.... READ MORE
How to Join the Woolston Eyes Conservation Group
To become a member of the Woolston Eyes Conservation Group you need a permit. This entitles you to visit the reserve. To obtain a permit please follow the Permits link to th... READ MORE
Wildlife art
The well known brilliant wildlife artist Colin Woolf provides the cover drawing for our annual report free each year. Colin has been a good friend to the Eyes and we would encourag... READ MORE
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