Maryport & District Natural History Society
Winter programme 2009-10
Meetings are held in the Senhouse Roman Museum at 7.30pm
Wednesday 30th September
Peat Bogs
Norman Holton will talk about the management of Bowness Common peat bog and the surrounding land and the wildlife it supports.
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Wednesday 28th October
Sanctuaries for wildlife
Simon Harlow of Cumbria Wildlife Trust will speak about the Trust’s project concerning wildlife in sacred places.
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Wednesday 25th November
Birdwatching
David Thomason will comment on the mix of birds, flowers, butterflies, insects and other things seen during a year’s birdwatching.
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Wednesday 27th January
Gardening for wildlife
Neil Hutchin will give tips on how to make your garden more friendly to wildlife, especially birds.
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Wednesday 24th February
The Solway Coast
Brian Irving, manager of the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, will talk about his work.
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Wednesday 31st March
Wild Ennerdale
Rachel Oakley of the Natural Trust will give an insight into the work of landowners who allow natural processes greater freedom to shape the landscape.
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Wednesday 14th April
AGM, followed by
Natterjack Toads
Les Robertson will tell the history of the natterjack toads at Braystones and Sellafield where site management has been a key to their survival.
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If you would like to be added to our mailing list or would like further information on any of these events, please contact the Museum:
telephone: 01900 816168 or email: senhousemuseum@aol.com