ClumberPark, March09Our group of 16 enjoyed the varied landscape of Clumber Park, Nottinghamshire. Among the 33 bird species recorded were greater spotted woodpecker, red poll,willow tit, goosander and grey lag goose. We enjoyed the exhibition showing the work on the park also the parks use in war time. A repeat visit was suggested.
Margaret
Knaresboro, Feb09This was a geology walk conducted in mild weather involving a party of 21 people.The conditions were muddy under foot.We enjoyed our walk beside the River Nidd examining the rock formation of the Permian / Carboniferous rocks on the way . Knaresborough is picturesque at all times.We enjoyed drinks in the open air at the end of the walk in the vicinity of the viaduct, a reminder of Switzerland.
Margaret
Sandal Castle, Feb09Our visit to Pugney's and Sandal Castle was blessed with fine but cold weather. We saw about 30 different bird species even though many of the lakes were frozen. The views from Sandal Castle were spectacular. Hazel catkins were blooming. Joan
We all enjoyed the New Year social at the YMCA with its offerings of food, photos, quiz and a look ahead at another Bees year. We have another quiz winner in our midst Stuart who has displaced Donald as the Brain of Bees . Who will it be next year I wonder?
Margaret
