Wild Cornwall Magazine @ Cornwall Connect England UK

LATE MAY TO SEPTEMBER '98
Five Acres, Allet, TR4 9DJ
Tel: (01872) 273939

ALL are welcome to attend ALL events.
Donations from non-members would be appreciated.

CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY ADULTS.

MAY

Saturday 23

RESPRYN WOODS
9.30am (morning only)
Meet at Respryn Bridge NT car park below Lanhydrock House.
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A riverside and woodland walk to see springtime birds, butterflies and bluebells. Bring stout boots and binoculars.
Leader Dave Thomas (01726) 861093
Organised by Restormel Branch

Wednesday 27

THE CALL OF THE BIRDS
Central Methodist Hall, Launceston
7.30 pm

A light-hearted introduction to the identification of birds from their sounds.
Leader and contact Brian Stringer (01566) 774902

Sunday 31

RIVERSIDE WALK AND BBQ
St Erth, near Hayle
2.00pm to 5.00pm
Meet at St Erth church
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Circular walk along river bank and through fields to see flowers and birds in the valley, followed by a BBQ at Alistair and Tracey's home.
Bring food to cook.
Leader Alistair Beasley (01736) 755099
Organised by Penwith Branch

Sunday 31

BLUEBELL WALK
Respryn Woods
9.30am (morning only)
Meet at Respryn Bridge NT car park below Lanhydrock House.
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A riverside and woodland walk to see springtime birds, butterflies and bluebells. Bring stout boots and binoculars.
Leader Dave Thomas (01726) 861093
Organised by Restormel Branch

JUNE

Thursday 4 (to Saturday 6)

ROYAL CORNWALL SHOW
Wadebridge

Visit the Helford VMCA and Trust stands.

Saturday 6

FLYING DRAGONS
The Millpond, Hayle
2.00pm to 4.00pm
Meet in the Millpond Gardens, at the bottom of Foundry Hill. Park nearby in Foundry car park (paying).
Call for a map if needed.

Water for Life is the major theme of The Wildlife Trusts for 1998, and what could be better than a pond dip to show the variety of wildlife - including dragonflies - our freshwater habitats support? Bring a pond net if you have one.
Leaders Mark Nicholson and others
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by Hayle-Gwithian Countryside Service, Fox Club and Watch

Sunday 7

WILDLIFE CRUISE
Helford River
2.30pm to approx. 5.00pm
Meet at the Ferry Boat Inn, Helford Passage. From Treluswell roundabout, on A39 between Perranarworthal and Penryn, follow signs for Helston (A394) but turn off for Mawnan Smith, passing College and Argal Reservoirs. Take road for Helford Passage from Mawnan Smith.
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Both children and adults will enjoy this afternoon of exploration in the Helford Voluntary Marine Conservation Area.
You must book and pay in advance.
Tickets £4 adults, £2 children.
Bring waterproof clothing.
Allow time to park - we must leave on time to catch the high tide!
Leaders WL Collins and Pamela Tompsett
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by Helford VMCA Group, Fox Club and Watch

Sunday 7

PARC TASK
Devichoys Wood Nature Reserve
10.30am (on site) to 4.00pm
Meet at entrance in Perranarworthal at 10.30am . Lifts from Five Acres at 9.45am or Truro railway station at 10.00am are available.
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We shall be preparing barbecue charcoal.
Bring wellies (steel toecapped are ideal), waterproofs, gardening gloves and packed lunch.
Leader Victoria Scott (01872) 273939
Organised by PARC - Practical Action on Reserves in Cornwall

Monday 8

MONTHLY PHOTOGRAPHY MEETING
Allet
7.30pm

Bring any slides on marine life and any other slides good enough for use in an article publicising the group.
Leader David Chapman (01736) 850287
Organised by Photographic Group

Tuesday 9

POND CELEBRATION
10.00am to 12.00 noon and 1.00pm to 3.00pm
Meet about 300m north-west of Higher Truscott, 2 miles west of Launceston. The venue will be signed from the Launceston to Egloskerry Road. SX 300858

Local people will be basking in the glory of their successful pond restoration project as Mark Nicholson demonstrates the variety of life they have helped to preserve. Pond-dipping equipment will be provided.
Contact Brian Stringer (01566) 774902 or Mark Nicholson (01872) 273939

Wednesday 10

NIGHTJAR AND NOCTURNAL WILDLIFE
Croft Pascoe
8.30pm
On B3293, pass Goonhilly Earth Station and take next right at crossroads, after ¾ mile. Meet at gates to Pine Wood.
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To listen to and observe the nocturnal wildlife.
Bring binoculars, wear warm clothing and insect repellent.
Leader Gordon Mills
Contact Grace Mason (01326) 565300
Organised by Kerrier Branch

Saturday 13

WILDLIFE WALK
Breney Common Nature Reserve
10.00am to 1.00pm
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A walk around the reserve to see wild flowers, butterflies and many other insects. This will be followed by a pond-dipping afternoon with our young Fox Club members from 2.00pm to 4.00pm. If you are attending both meetings, please bring lunch. Both meetings are ideal for beginners. All are welcome.
Leader Dave Thomas (01726) 861093
Organised by Restormel Branch.

Saturday 13

FLYING DRAGONS
Breney Common, near Lostwithiel
2.00pm to 4.00pm
From the A30/A391 (Innis Downs) roundabout, south of Bodmin, turn north to Lanivet and then take the first right under the A30 bridge. At Reperry Cross, turn right and make sure you take the left fork to Trebell Green. Go straight on at Trebell Green towards Gurtla. The entrance track to the reserve is on the left in Gurtla, after the Methodist church - opposite The Barn. (Call us for a map is you prefer!)
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Another chance to celebrate Water for Life by studying dragonflies and other animals that depend on this Trust reserve's very important collection of ponds.
Bring a pond net if you have one.
Leader Dave Thomas.
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by Restormel Branch, Fox Club and Watch

Sunday 14

FLYING DRAGONS
Welcombe and Marsland Reserve, Morwenstow
2.00pm to 4.00pm
Heading north from Bude on A39, go through Kilkhampton and carry on to Crump. Take the road signed to CSOS Morwenstow. After about 2 miles, take second right on the sharp bend at Shop (signed Gooseham).
Take second left towards Marsland Manor. After a mile, stop at sharp left-hand bend at head of track to Marsland Mouth.
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Dragonflies will be among the many things to see and do on this special nature reserve - well worth a long drive north.
Bring a pond net if you have one.
Leader Gary Pilkington.
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by Tamar Branch, Fox Club and Watch

Sunday 14

FORESTRY MANAGEMENT AND CONSERVATION
Bishop's Wood, Camel Valley
10.00am
Meet at Polbrock Bridge.
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Guided walk by Forest Enterprise manager Ben Jones, presenting FE's policies on woodland management and conservation.
Bring stout footwear and packed lunch.
Leader Ben Jones
Contact Dave Gibbon (01579) 343083
Organised by Caradon and Camel Branches

Sunday 14

KYNANCE COVE FIELD MEETING
10.00am onwards
Meet at car park at Kynance Cove.

Landscape and flowers.
Contact Stewart Clark (01872) 865071
Organised by Photographic Group

Sunday 14

We shall be preparing barbecue charcoal.
Bring wellies (steel toecapped are ideal), waterproofs, gardening gloves and packed lunch.
Leader Victoria Scott (01872) 273939
Organised by PARC - Practical Action on Reserves in Cornwall

Sunday 21

THE INSECTS AND OTHER WILDLIFE OF LOGGAN'S MOOR
Hayle
11.00am to mid-afternoon
Meet at the entrance to the reserve. To find this, take the Gwithian road (B3301) from the east end of Hayle. After about ½ mile you will come to a large lay-by on the right. The entrance is off this lay-by.
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This marshy reserve is very rich in insects, some of them rare. A chance to learn a bit about the moths, butterflies, dragonflies, beetles etc. and see flowers like the unusual white form of ragged robin.
Bring a packed lunch. Small, clear containers to examine specimens would be useful. Wellington boots will enable us to take some short cuts through the stream. More information about flora and fauna from leader.
Leader Chris Haes (01736) 752940.
Contact Jane Richardson (01326) 562648
Organised by Penwith Branch

Sunday 21

PARC TASK
Cabilla and Redrice Woods Nature Reserve
10.30am (on site) to 4.00pm
Meet at reserve entrance at 10.30am. The reserve is located 3 miles east of Bodmin on the A38. From the A38, travelling east, take the turning left towards Cardinham (next to White Lodge). Cross the bridge over the River Fowey, and access is via a track on the right past the sawmill.
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We shall be carrying out habitat management for the pearl-bordered fritillary butterfly. Bring wellies, waterproofs, gardening gloves, if you have them, and packed lunch.
Leader Steve Chudleigh (01208) 873475 (home) or (0467) 792427 (mobile)
Organised by PARC - Practical Action on Reserves in Cornwall

Tuesday 23

EVENING BIRD-WATCH
Towan Head, Newquay
7.00pm
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Meet at car park left of the Atlantic Hotel.

An evening walk to see breeding fulmar, shag and one of the largest colonies of kittiwake in Cornwall. If conditions are right, we should also see passing gannet, Manx shearwater and hopefully storm petrel. Ideal for beginners.
Leader Dave Thomas (01726) 862093
Organised by Restormel Branch.

Sunday 28

WILDFLOWER NURSERY VISIT AND CREAM TEA
Bosilliac Nursery, Mawnan Smith, Falmouth
2.30pm to 4.30pm
Meet on site at nursery (limited parking). Look out for sign by lay-by, ½ mile before village.
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This is a chance for members to see the work the Trust has been doing in producing wild plants.
Bring a contribution towards cream tea. All welcome.
Leader Lorna Crewes (01326) 250922
Organised by Kerrier Branch

Sunday 28

GARDEN SAFARIS
Probably 12.00 noon to 5.00pm

Gardens will be open in the Tamar Branch area on these days.
For full details contact Tim Dingle (01288) 361356
Organised by Tamar Branch

Sunday 28

WOODLAND CRAFTS
Cabilla and Redrice Woods Nature Reserve
10.00am to 4.00pm
Meet at reserve entrance. The reserve is located 3 miles east of Bodmin on the A38. From the A38, travelling east, take the turning left towards Cardinham (next to White Lodge). Cross the bridge over the river Fowey, and access is via a track on the right past the sawmill.
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Self-guided trail to the newly opened Cabilla Woods. Along the route there will be green woodworkers, a pole-lathe, hurdle-makers, charcoal burning, related activities and other traditional crafts.
Bring stout footwear or wellington boots, lunch and beverages.
Leader Adam Carew (01872) 273939
Organised by reserve section

JULY

Thursday 2

PARC TASK
Armstrong Wood Nature Reserve
10.30am (on site) to 4.00pm
Meet at entrance to reserve. At Cuddycombe, 5 miles south of Launceston on the A388, take the turning for Trebullet. At the crossroads in Trebullet, turn left for Lower Trebullet. Access is via a track on the right by Pear Tree Farm.
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We shall be improving access, and installing new signs and waymarkers.
Bring wellies (steel toecapped are ideal), waterproofs, gardening gloves and packed lunch
Leader Victoria Scott (01872) 273939
Organised by PARC - Practical Action on Reserves in Cornwall - Caradon

Sunday 5

TEDDY BEARS' PICNIC
Trust HQ, Allet, Truro
10.00am to 2.30pm

An environmental activity day for 4-7-year-olds. Bring your teddy bear (or other fluffy animal) and a packed lunch.
You must book in advance. Cost £3 per child.
Leader Linda McKeown
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by Linda McKeown, Fox Club and Watch

Sunday 5

GARDEN SAFARIS
Probably 12.00 noon to 5.00pm

Gardens will be open in the Tamar Branch area on these days.
For full details contact Tim Dingle (01288) 361356
Organised by Tamar Branch

Sunday 5

SUMMER FLOWERS AND BUTTERFLIES
Seaton Valley Local Nature Reserve
10.00am
Meet at Seaton Beach and Country Park car park.
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Bring a packed lunch.
Leader Dave Gibbon (01579) 343083
Organised by Caradon Branch

Thursday 9

Friday 10 (to Sunday 12)

SEAWEED IDENTIFICATION
Plymouth area

An intensive residential course including field and lab work.
Contact Jenny Glanville (01392) 279244
Organised by Devon Wildlife Trust

Saturday 11

GLOW-WORM WATCH
Gwithian Towans, near Hayle
9.30pm to 11.00pm
Gwithian is on B3301 Hayle to Portreath road.
Follow sign to Gwithian Towans car park but stop 50m off main road.
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Bring a torch and stay up late with us for a very unusual Saturday night experience.
Leader Terry Geater
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by Hayle-Gwithian Countryside Service, Fox Club and Watch

Saturday 11

SEASHORE WILDLIFE
Mawgan Porth
11.00am to 3.00pm
Meet in car park behind garage.
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Taking a closer look at the marine life to be found in the rock pools of this North Cornwall beach. Bring nets, swimwear and lunch. Ideal for beginners. All are welcome.
Leader Dave Thomas (01726) 861093
Organised by Restormel Branch

Sunday 12

MARY JOHNSON'S TEA
Halamanning and Relubbus
1.30pm
Meet at Halamanning.
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Once again, Mary Johnson has kindly invited us to tea and delicious cakes in her garden. Work up an appetite first with a circular walk from Halamanning. Tea £2 for Trust funds.
If it's been wet recently, wellingtons are essential.
Contact Alistair Beasley (01736) 755099
Organised by Penwith Branch

Sunday 12

PARC TASK
Red Moor Nature Reserve
Meet at the grass triangle at Tredinnickpits. Lifts from Five Acres at 9.30am or Truro railway station at 9.45am are available
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Red Moor supports a wide range of rare species including the small red damselfly, scarce blue-tailed damselfly, royal fern and marsh cinquefoil. These rarities have differing habitat requirements and the Trust aims to ensure that the mosaic of wilderness areas here is maintained. We shall be working on the Wilderness Trail boardwalks.
Leader Victoria Scott (01872) 273939
Organised by PARC - Practical Action on Reserves in Cornwall

Saturday 18

LUX LEGATO
Wadebridge Town Hall
8.00pm

Close-harmony singing with piano accompaniment. The group's repertoire includes musicals, Simon and Garfunkel, folk and old-time.
Tickets £3.00 - book or pay on the night. Profits to the Trust.
Contact Ben Chalcraft (01726) 850592

Saturday 18

THE HIDDEN VALLEY
Hidden Valley Nature World, near Launceston
2.00pm to 5.00pm
Signed from A395 between Kennards House junction (A30) and Pipers Pool village. Gather outside entrance.

Follow the trail of nature and the circle of life in a beautiful valley with woodland, lakes, farm animals and everything you need for a fun afternoon.
Special price £2 adult, £1.50 child.
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by Launceston Branch, Fox Club and Watch

Sunday 19

PARC TASK
Cabilla and Redrice Woods Nature Reserve
10.30am (on site) to 4.00pm
Meet at reserve entrance at 10.30am. The reserve is located 3 miles east of Bodmin on the A38. From the A38, travelling east, take the turning left towards Cardinham (next to White Lodge). Cross the bridge over the River Fowey, and access is via a track on the right past the sawmill.
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We shall be carrying out access improvements - steps, bridges and gates.
Bring wellies, waterproofs, gardening gloves, if you have them, and packed lunch.
Leader Steve Chudleigh (01208) 873475 (home) or (0467) 792427 (mobile)
Organised by PARC - Practical Action on Reserves in Cornwall

Wednesday 22

GRASSES AND WOODRUSHES
Lecture Hall, Truro College
10.00am to 4.00pm
Truro College, College Road, Gloweth, Truro
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Identification workshop for recorders and enthusiasts.
Advance booking essential.
Bring specimens for identification.
Leader Rosaline J Murphy
Contact Pamela Tompsett (01872) 273939
Organised by Environmental Records Centre

Friday 24

MOTH RECORDING
Grove Farm, Elmgate, Saltash
9.30pm
Turn south off A38 at Trematon Cross. Turn right after Trematon village to Elmgate. At Elmgate, take extreme right signposted to Grove. Follow track to end.
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Bring warm clothing.
Leader John Gregory
Contact Dave Gibbon (01579) 343083
Organised by Caradon Branch

Saturday 25

SNORKELLING IN THE LONG ROCK LAGOON
Between Penzance and Marazion
Meet at Beach Cottage at 12.00 noon (you can change here) or at 12.30pm by the flag on the Penzance side of the Long Rock. Beach Cottage is in Long Rock at the end of the lane between the shop and the Mexico Inn. The Long Rock is offshore almost directly opposite.
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Come and explore this natural art gallery.
Bring snorkels, masks and any spares you may have. It would be helpful to tell Nick in advance if you do have any kit to lend or if you need to borrow anything (we cannot guarantee to provide).
Leader Nick Tregenza (01736) 711783
Organised by Penwith Branch

Sunday 26

BUTTERFLY WALK
Godolphin Woods
11.00am
Meet by white gate of blowing house.
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To see purple hairstreak and other butterflies.
Bring lunch. Wear sturdy shoes, and if you want to, binoculars.
Leader Steve Hoskin (01326) 563462
Organised by Kerrier Branch and Cornwall Butterfly Conservation

Sunday 26

EVENING CONSERVATION CRUISE
Helford River
6.00pm to 8.30pm
Meet at the Ferry Boat Inn, Helford Passage, Mawnan Smith, near Falmouth.
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Advance booking essential.
Tickets £4 adults and £2 children.
Bring waterproof clothing.
Leaders WL Collins and Pamela Tompsett (01209) 842316 or (01872) 273939
Organised by Helford VMCA Group

Sunday 26

PARC TASK
Red Moor Nature Reserve
Meet at the grass triangle at Tredinnickpits. Lifts from Five Acres at 9.30am or Truro railway station at 9.45am are available.
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Wednesday 29

PONDS AND WOODLANDS
Tehidy Country Park, Camborne.
1.00pm to 3.00pm
An afternoon of discovery activities looking at the variety of freshwater and woodland life. Meet at Visitor Centre, South Drive.

You must book in advance.
Contact Countryside Services office (01209) 714494 to book.
Organised by Hayle-Gwithian Countryside Service, Fox Club and Watch

AUGUST

Sunday 2

HEATHLAND HABITAT
Goonhilly Downs National Nature Reserve
2.00pm
Meet at Traboe Cross. Car park at Goonhilly.
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To look at butterflies and dragonflies, and hopefully to see some reptiles.
Bring sturdy boots and binoculars.
Leader Mark Weake (01872) 279206
Organised by Kerrier Branch

Tuesday 4

BATS IN THE BANDSTAND
Victoria Park, Truro
2.00pm to 4.00pm
Get the facts on these fascinating animals, enjoy some batty games and activities, then meet the bats themselves.
Meet at the bandstand.
Leader Rowena Varley. Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by Truro City Council, Fox Club and Watch

Friday 7

BATS AT PRIDEAUX WOOD
Prideaux Wood, St Blazey
7.30pm to 10.00pm
Meet at entrance to Prideaux Wood
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A chance to look around this new reserve and count out greater horseshoe bats from their roost.
Bring a torch and wellington boots.
Leader Daniel Eva (01872) 276057
Organised by Bat Group

Sunday 9

SECRETS OF THE SHORE
Gillan Harbour, St Anthony-in-Meneage
12.30pm to 2.30pm
Meet on the shore by St Anthony-in-Meneage Church.
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Seashore animals and weeds. Be prepared to paddle.
Leader Pamela Tompsett (01209) 842316 or (01872) 273939
Organised by Helford VMCA Group

Tuesday 11

Wednesday 12

WILLOWHERBS AND THEIR HYBRIDS
Venue to be confirmed
10.00am to 1.00pm and afternoon in the field

Advance booking essential.
Identification workshop on willowherbs for recorders and enthusiasts.
Bring field clothing and equipment for the afternoon.
Leader David Holyoak
Contact Pamela Tompsett (01872) 273939
Organised by Environmental Records Centre

Saturday 15

EVENING WOODLAND WALK
Prideaux Wood, near St Blazey
7.00pm to 12.00 midnight
Meet at car park just inside the reserve.
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An evening walk around our new nature reserve to show you around and, hopefully, with the help of Rowena Varley, see and hear some of the rare greater horseshoe bats. For those who want to stay on, John Gregory will have his moth lamp on site to see what moths can be found in these woods. Bring a seat, torch, warm drink and, if you are staying late, warm clothes.
Leader Dave Thomas (01726) 861093
Organised by Restormel Branch.

Sunday 16

FIELD MEETING
Ventongimps, north end
10.00am onwards
Meet at north end.
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Dragonflies, flowers etc. Bring wellington boots.
Contact Stewart Clark (01872) 865071
Organised by Photographic Group

Sunday 16

We shall be improving access routes by installing boardwalks and signs.
Bring wellies (steel toecapped are ideal), waterproofs, gardening gloves and packed lunch.
Leader Victoria Scott (01872) 273939
Organised by PARC - Practical Action on Reserves in Cornwall

Tuesday 18

BATS IN THE BANDSTAND
Victoria Park, Truro
2.00pm to 4.00pm
Get the facts on these fascinating animals, enjoy some batty games and activities, then meet the bats themselves. Meet at the bandstand.
Leader Rowena Varley. Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by Truro City Council, Fox Club and Watch

Thursday 20 (and Friday 21)

We shall be improving access, and installing new signs and waymarkers.
Bring wellies (steel toecapped are ideal), waterproofs, gardening gloves and packed lunch
Leader Victoria Scott (01872) 273939
Organised by PARC - Practical Action on Reserves in Cornwall - Caradon

Sunday 23

PARC TASK
Breney Common Nature Reserve
10.30am (on site) to 4.00pm
Meet at the reserve entrance at Lowertown. Lifts from Five Acres at 9.30am or Truro railway station at 9.45am are available.
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We shall be improving access routes by installing boardwalks and installing signs.
Bring wellies (steel toecapped are ideal), waterproofs, gardening gloves and packed lunch
Leader Victoria Scott (01872) 273939
Organised by PARC - Practical Action on Reserves in Cornwall

Sunday 23

SALTMARSH FLOWERS AND INSECTS
Erth Barton, Elmgate, Saltash
10.00am
Turn off A38 at Trematon Cross. Turn right after Trematon village to Elmgate. At Elmgate turn half right to Erth. Follow track 1½ miles to end.

By kind permission of owner G Bentine. An opportunity to visit an interesting site which is not normally accessible. Bring a packed lunch.
Leader Richard Vulliamy
Contact Dave Gibbon (01579) 343083
Organised by Caradon Branch

Tuesday 25

BATS IN THE BANDSTAND
Victoria Park, Truro
2.00pm to 4.00pm
Get the facts on these fascinating animals, enjoy some batty games and activities, then meet the bats themselves. Meet at the bandstand.
Leader Rowena Varley. Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by Truro City Council, Fox Club and Watch

SEPTEMBER

Sunday 6

THE ARCHAEOLOGY OF CHÛN
Penwith Moors, west of Penzance
12.00 noon to mid-afternoon
Meet at Trehyllys Farm. Take the B3312 from Penzance to Madron. Carry straight on for about 2½ miles then take left turn towards Great Bosullow. Park at end of tarmac road before left-hand turn into Great Bosullow itself.
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A guided tour of this fascinating site, part of which is in the process of becoming a Trust reserve, by one of our best known archaeologists. Points of interest include Chûn Castle , Chûn Quoit and the adjacent neolithic and mediaeval strip fields.
Bring lunch and tough footwear.
Leader Craig Weatherhill
Contact Jane Richardson (01326) 562648
Organised by Penwith Branch

Sunday 6

RESERVE WORKING PARTY
Kennall Vale
9.30am to 1.00pm
Meet at reserve entrance or wander into woods and find us working somewhere
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Bring boots and gloves
Leaders Mark Weake and Stewart Clark
Contact Stewart Clark (01872) 865071
Organised by Kerrier Branch

Sunday 6

FIELD MEETING
Rosemullion Head
10.30am
Meet at farm entrance on road to Mawnan Church. Park at side of road by footpath sign.

Rock pools and coastal flowers etc. (low water midday).
Contact Alan Griffiths (01736) 364839
Organised by Photographic Group

Saturday 12

NATURE RAMBLE
Red Moor Nature Reserve
2.00pm
Meet at grass triangle at Tredinnickpits.
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An afternoon walk around the reserve with the warden to see late butterflies, dragonflies and wild flowers. Ideal for beginners. All are welcome.
Leader Dell Netherton (01726) 71590
Organised by Restormel Branch

Sunday 13

FORCES FOR WILDLIFE
Penhale Training Camp, near Newquay
2.00pm to 4.00pm
From the A3075 Goonhavern to Newquay road, follow military sign to Penhale. Pass through Cubert and meet at Holywell Bay gate to camp (main entrance).

The troops on exercise at Penhale may wear heavy boots, but you wouldn't guess it from the abundance of delicate plants and animals there. See how nature is thriving under the Army's protection.
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by Fox Club and Watch

Monday 14

MONTHLY MEETING
Allet
7.30pm

A talk by Mark Nicholson on reptiles and amphibians.
Leader David Chapman (01736) 850287
Organised by Photographic Group

Saturday 19

STEWARDS OF NATURE
Grove Farm, near Saltash.
2.00pm to 4.00pm
Heading from Landrake towards Saltash on A38, turn right to Trematon. After Trematon, fork right to Elm Gate and turn right there.
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Landowners Dr and Mrs Davis look after 57 hectares of wonderful wildlife habitat, including woodland, ponds, flower-rich grassland, saltmarsh and even a bit of the Lynher Estuary. Come and find out what lives where.
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by Fox Club and Watch

Saturday 19

BEACHWATCH
Falmouth area
2.00pm to 4.00pm

We'll be hitting a local beach to clear away wildlife-killing rubbish, gather information for the Marine Conservation Society's Beachwatch survey and take part in the Rag and Bone 2000 recycling project.
Please call Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939 for details.
Organised by Rag and Bone 2000, Fox Club and Watch

Sunday 20

BEACH CLEAN
Gunwalloe Church Cove
10.00am to 1.00pm
Meet at Gunwalloe near church gates.
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Bring gloves and black bags.
Leaders Grace Mason (01326) 565300 and Suzanne Mills (01209) 718144
Organised by Kerrier Branch

Wednesday 23

FUNGI AND LICHENS
Five Acres, Allet, Truro
10.30am to 4.00pm
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Identification workshop for recorders and enthusiasts.
Leaders Barry Candy and Jeremy Gray
Contact Pamela Tompsett (01872) 273939
Organised by Environmental Records Centre

Saturday 26

OTTER GROUP WORKSHOP
Trust HQ, Five Acres, Allet, Truro
10.45am to 4.00pm

The morning session will be concerned with the pros and cons of recording, and in the afternoon there will be a visit to a local site to check on signs of otters.
Please bring your own refreshments and suitable clothing.
Contact David Curtis (01579) 370427
Organised by Otter Group

Sunday 27

FUNGUS FORAY
Danescombe Valley, near Calstock
1.30pm
Meet in the main car park at Calstock village.
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Bring a basket and stout footwear.
Leader John Gregory
Contact Dave Gibbon (01579) 343083
Organised by Caradon Branch

Sunday 27

Rhododendron bashing and burning.
Bring wellies, waterproofs, gardening gloves, if you have them, and packed lunch.
Leader Steve Chudleigh (01208) 873475 (home) or (0467) 792427 (mobile)
Organised by PARC - Practical Action on Reserves in Cornwall

Sunday 27

CHINA CLAY COUNTRY
Wheal Martyn, Carthew, St Austell
2.00pm to 5.00pm
Carthew is near Stenalees, on the B3274, 2 miles north of St Austell.

The China Clay Heritage Centre will give us a guided tour, looking at the history of Cornwall's biggest industry. There will then be time for a self-guided nature trail through spectacular china clay countryside.
Cost £3.50 adult, £1.50 child.
You must book in advance.
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by Fox Club and Watch

Wednesday 30

FOXES AND BADGERS
7.30pm
Central Methodist Hall, Launceston

The natural history of both species gleaned from dedicated preservation work.
Leaders Gill Pearce and Steve Oldbury
Contact Brian Stringer (01566) 774902

Advance Notices

OCTOBER

Tuesday 6

FUNGUS COURSE
Trust HQ, Allet, Truro
7.00pm to 9.00pm

Start of five-week course on the identification of fungi (mushrooms and toadstools).
Advance booking essential.
Leader and organiser Barry Candy (01326) 312601

Sunday 11

WOODLAND FUN
Devichoys Wood Nature Reserve, Perranarworthal
2.00pm to 5.00pm
Heading from Truro to Falmouth on A39, see left turn (Mylor, Flushing, Restronguet) immediately before lay-by with Tourist Information caravan. Park in lay-by and walk back to turn, from which reserve gate is about 10m.

Woodland activities, a charcoal-burning demonstration, and a barbecue to finish. Bring your own barbecue food and drink.
You must book in advance.
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 273939
Organised by reserve section, Fox Club and Watch

Tuesday 13

FUNGUS COURSE
Trust HQ, Allet, Truro
See entry for 6th October.

Saturday 17 (to November 1)

ART IN THE WILD
An event not to miss! A guided walk around Breney Common Nature Reserve along with a feast of art and sculpture.
To exhibit, or for further information, call Peter King (01726) 823937.

Tuesday 20

FUNGUS COURSE
Trust HQ, Allet, Truro
See entry for 6th October.

Sunday 25

PORTNADLER BAY - SEDIMENTS AND TECTONICS
Area around Portnadler Bay, South-East Cornwall
11.00am
Meet at entrance to coastal path, Hannafore, East Looe. Park either at car park in Looe or on road near Hannafore.
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Looking at sedimentary rocks (Lower Devonian) and major structure (Portnadler fault), together with modern erosion.
Bring waterproofs, stout walking boots or shoes (hand lenses and hard hats provided).
Leader Gordon Neighbour
(01752) 843715(day) or (01752) 848214 (evening)
Organised by RIGS Group

Tuesday 27

FUNGUS COURSE
Trust HQ, Allet, Truro
See entry for 6th October.

NOVEMBER

Saturday 7

TRUST AGM
Philbrick Gallery, Royal Cornwall Museum, Truro
2.00pm

Tuesday 10

FUNGUS COURSE
Trust HQ, Allet, Truro
See entry for 6th October.

COPY DATE for the next diary: 15th July 1998

The next diary covers the period from late September 1998 to the end of January 1999. Advance notices of later events can be included, to increase the chances of publicising them. The Wild Cornwall packing date is 5th September, but bear in mind - when planning for events - that hand-delivery in your area can take several weeks.

Please send details of events (on forms available from Trust HQ) to the

Diary Editor:

Mark Dungey,
10 Rame Croft,
Rame Cross, Penryn,
TR10 9NB