Events Calendar

Upcoming public events held at the Netherfield Lagoons Local Nature Reserve, Nottinghamshire.

    Oct
    1
    Sun
    Plant Galls – Sunday 1st October
    Oct 1 @ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

    It is fascinating the way that insects can make plants grow to their wills to provide food and shelter for their growing offspring. Come and see how many different forms you can find.

    Meet at the footbridge at 09.30hrs.

    Oct
    3
    Tue
    Plant Galls – Tuesday 3rd October
    Oct 3 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

    It is fascinating the way that insects can make plants grow to their wills to provide food and shelter for their growing offspring. Come and see how many different forms you can find.

    Meet at the footbridge at 14.00hrs.

    Oct
    8
    Sun
    Birdcount – Sunday 8th October
    Oct 8 @ 7:45 am – 11:00 am

    Come and help us count the birds on the site. Its a good way to brush up on bird id and meet some fellow enthusiasts.

    Meet at the end of Teal Close, opposite the CEM warehouse.

    Oct
    31
    Tue
    Starling Murmuration – Tuesday 31st October
    Oct 31 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

    Eight to ten thousand Starlings come to roost in the Slurry Lagoon reed bed in the autumn. Come and see their aerial manoeuvres . There could also be thousands of geese and crows on their way to roost as well. With a bit of luck a Bittern might also join the gathering.

    Nov
    12
    Sun
    Birdcount – Sunday 12th November
    Nov 12 @ 7:45 am – 11:00 am

    Come and help us count the birds on the site. Its a good way to brush up on bird id and meet some fellow enthusiasts.

    Meet at the end of Teal Close, opposite the CEM warehouse.

    Nov
    19
    Sun
    Bird Walk – Sunday 19th November
    Nov 19 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

    There should be eight species of duck to see, spread through the three main water bodies. Stonechat, Snipe and Jack Snipe are all possibilities.

    Meet at the footbridge at 09.30hrs.

    Nov
    20
    Mon
    Bird Walk – Monday 20th November
    Nov 20 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

    There should be eight species of duck to see, spread through the three main water bodies. Stonechat, Snipe and Jack Snipe are all possibilities.

    Meet at the footbridge at 14.00hrs.

    Nov
    22
    Wed
    Netherfield Wildlife Group AGM – 22nd November @ The Vale Social Club
    Nov 22 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm

    Come and join us at the Netherfield Wildlife Group’s Annual General Meeting.  After the short formal meeting there will be a raffle, second hand book sale and a wildlife quiz. If you would like to donate books for the sale or prizes for the raffle, please bring them along on the night.

    Dec
    17
    Sun
    Birdcount – Sunday 17th December
    Dec 17 @ 7:45 am – 11:00 am

    Come and help us count the birds on the site. Its a good way to brush up on bird id and meet some fellow enthusiasts.

    Meet at the end of Teal Close, opposite the CEM warehouse.

    Jan
    14
    Sun
    Birdcount – Sunday 14th January
    Jan 14 @ 7:45 am – 11:00 am

    If you would like to help us count the birds at the lagoons meet us at the end of Teal Close, opposite the CEM factory gates. Do not be put off if you are not too sure of your bird identification as its a great way of learning from more experienced birders. Its also a great way to make new friends and you might see some new birds to add to your life list.

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