FIVE ACRES . ALLET . TRURO . TR4 9DJ
TEL: (01872) 273939 or (01872) 240777
ALL are welcome to attend ALL events. Donations from
non- members would be appreciated.
CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY ADULTS
Contents . . .
September . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
October . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11- 13
November . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13- 14
December . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Advance notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
SEPTEMBER
BEACHWATCH
Gunwalloe, near Helston 2.00pm to 4.00pm Meet in car park. Beach clean
with door- to- door recyclers Rag and Bone 2000 - wildlife will be safer,
the beach will be prettier and the rubbish will be put to good use.
Bring parking money and gloves. Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 240777
ext 200 Organised by Rag and Bone 2000, Fox Club and Watch
Sunday 19
PARC TASK AT NANSMELLYN
Nansmellyn Marsh 10.00am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm Meet at nature
reserve entrance at 10.00am or get lift from Five Acres at 9.15am or
Truro railway station at 9.30am. Please phone for availability of other
pick- up points en route. SW693167 Reed cutting. Bring wellies (ideally
steel toecapped), waterproofs, gardening gloves and lunch. Leader Gavin
Henderson (01872) 240777 ext 209 Organised by PARC (Practical Action
on Reserves in Cornwall)
Sunday 19
TREE HUNTING IN LANHYDROCK
Lanhydrock, near Bodmin 2.00pm Meet at National Trust Lanhydrock main
car park, Bodmin. SX087642 Look at ancient parkland trees, lichens,
ferns and insects. Bring good footwear and waterproofs. Leader Matt
Lewis (01208) 74781 Organised by Camel Branch and National Trust
Monday 20
ILLUSTRATED TALK
Parkhouse Centre, Bude 7.30pm Speaker to be advised. Contact Tim Dingle
(01288) 361356 Organised by Tamar Branch
Saturday 25
PUTTING BACK THE WILD HEART OF CORNWALL
China Clay area, St Austell In celebration of the world's biggest heathland
re- creation project, ECCI and English Nature are running a special
coach tour to show us the natural and industrial history of this unique
area. No charge.
You must book in advance, when details of time and meeting
point will be given - call Tricia Hoskings (01872) 240777 ext 200. Organised
by English Nature and ECCI
Saturday 25
400 MILLION YEARS OF CHANGING SEA LEVELS
Lantic Bay 10.30am to 1.30pm Meet at National Trust Pencarrow car park.
SX149513 A look at evidence of changing sea levels over the past 400
million years - searching for evidence also of fossils, structures etc.
Bring good walking shoes/ boots, waterproofs, drink
and optional packed lunch. Leader Gordon Neighbour (01752) 848214 e-
mail: gordon@ saltash. cornwall. sch. uk Organised by RIGS Group and
Royal Geographical Society of Cornwall
Sunday 26
SEAL WATCH
Boscastle coastal footpath 12.00 noon (approx. one hour viewing) Meet
at Boscastle car park - by the visitor centre. Take B3266 from Camelford
to Boscastle. A wonderful opportunity to view seals in their natural
habitat. Viewing will take place from the dramatic coast path of North
Cornwall. (Care must be taken in places.) Bring a picnic lunch and binoculars.
Donation of £1 is requested. Leaders Stephen Westcott and Carol Craze
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 240777 ext 200 to book. Organised by
Seal Group, Fox Club and Watch
Sunday 26
CAMEL VALLEY CYCLE RIDE
Wadebridge 10.30am SW987727 A gentle and flat cycle ride along this
beautiful valley, following the River Camel disused railway line. Cycles
can be hired from Bridge Cycle Hire (01208) 813050. Bring packed lunch.
Meet at car park opposite Kernow- 'Scopes wildlife shop, Eddystone Road.
Leader Dave Thomas (01726) 861093 Organised by Restormel Branch
Wednesday 29
PARC TASK AT UPTON MEADOWS
Upton Meadows 10.30am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm Meet at nature
reserve entrance at 10.30am or get lift from Five Acres at 9.00am. Please
phone for availability of other pick- up points en route. SS206042 Waymarking
access routes. Bring wellies (ideally steel toecapped), waterproofs,
gardening gloves and lunch. Leader Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777 ext
209 Organised by PARC (Practical Action on Reserves in Cornwall)
Wednesday 29
WILDLIFE CONSERVATION ON FARMS IN THE LAUNCESTON AREA
Central Methodist Church, Launceston 7.30pm SX332847 We would all like
to see more wildlife conservation. For farmers working with the Farming
and Wildlife Advisory Group, the environmental benefits have to be weighed
against net costs. Come along and hear what progress has been made in
the Launceston area. Leader Frankie Lister (FWAG) Contact Brian Stringer
(01566) 774902 Organised by Launceston Branch
OCTOBER
SEPT - OCT - NOV - DEC - ADVANCE NOTICE
Sunday 3
WHAT ROTTERS!
Respryn 10.30am Meet in Respryn car park. Fungus foray. Bring a hand
lens if you have one. Leader Kath Overton Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872)
240777 ext 200 Organised by Fox Club and Watch
Sunday 3
WORKING PARTY
Kennall Vale, Ponsanooth, Falmouth. 10.00am start Meet in woods. Turn
down by Ponsanooth Post Office. 20- acre woodland, with remains of gunpowder
mills. Bring wellington boots and gloves. Leader Stewart Clark (01872)
865071 Organised by Kerrier Branch
Sunday 3
BRIDGE BUILDING
Red Moor 10.30am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm. See the PARC page for
project details. SX077623 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777 ext
209 Organised by PARC
Friday 8
WILD FLOWERS AND TREES OF CORNWALL
Trust HQ, Five Acres, Allet 7.00pm to 9.00pm Start of a five- week course.
Do you wish you knew more about the flowers and trees you see on your
walks? From the practicalities of identification to plants' evolution,
history, past uses (herbal and industrial), place in folklore and other
aspects, this course is designed to make your future walks even more
enjoyable. £2.50 per session.
You must book in advance.
Leader Terry Geater (01872) 240777 Organised by education
and publicity section
Saturday 9
FUNGUS FORAY
Pendarves Woods, near Camborne 2.00pm Park in lane opposite reserve
entrance and meet just inside gate. Camborne to Helston road B3303.
SW641376 Join expert Barry Candy for a walk through this Trust reserve
and find out more about the fungi you discover. Bring container for
finds. Leader Barry Candy Contact Jane Richardson (01326) 562648 Organised
by Penwith Branch
Sunday 10
SEAL WATCH
Boscastle 12.00 noon Meet outside the Boscastle Visitor Centre. We have
to drive a short distance, so do not buy a car park ticket. Stephen
will bring a telescope to ensure best possible views of seals and other
maritime wildlife. Fees will be £2 for adults, £1 for children. Leader
Stephen Westcott Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 240777 ext 200 Organised
by Seal Group
Sunday 10
MUD GLORIOUS MUD
Helford Passage, Helford River 2.00pm to 4.00pm Meet outside the Ferryboat
Inn. From Mawnan Smith, take the road to Porth Navas. Take the left
turn signed to Helford Passage. Park behind Ferryboat Inn. SW764269
Come and see what makes the mud of estuaries so important
for wildlife - from worms in the mud to the birds that feed on them.
Bring a bucket and net if you have them. Leader Pamela Tompsett Contact
Terry Geater (01209) 821174 Organised by Fox Club, Watch and HVMCA Group
Sunday 10
HOT ! ANCIENT LAVA, ANCIENT DESERT
Cawsand Bay 10.30am to 2.00pm Meet at Cawsand car park SX432503 Looking
at evidence of ancient volcanoes and lava flows, and of deserts in Cawsand
Bay. Leader Gordon Neighbour (01752) 848214 e- mail : gordon@ saltash.
cornwall. sch. uk Organised by RIGS Group and Royal Geological Society
of Cornwall
Monday 11
NATURAL HISTORY SLIDES AND TALK
Trust HQ, Allet, Truro 7.30pm Margaret Hocking will show slides taken
around the world. Bring entries for next month's competition. Leader
David Chapman (01736) 850287 Organised by Photographic Group
Tuesday 12
FUNGUS COURSE
Trust HQ, Allet, Truro 7.00pm to 9.00pm Start of a five- week course.
Advance booking is essential.
Cost £2.50 per session. Leader Barry Candy (01326) 312601
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 240777 ext 200
Tuesday 12
RESTORMEL BRANCH AGM PLUS ST KILDA
Bethel Chapel, Bethel, St Austell 7.30pm SW036531 All welcome. Following
our AGM, our Chairman Dave Thomas will give an illustrated talk about
St Kilda, one of the remotest islands in the British Isles. Refreshments
available. Collection taken. Contact Dave Thomas (01726) 861093 Organised
by Restormel Branch
Wednesday 13
SEAQUEST SOUTH- WEST
Newquay Sea Life Centre 7.00pm to 9.00pm The Cornwall and Devon Wildlife
Trusts' pioneering marine group explores this area's dolphins, whales,
seals, basking sharks and other amazing sea creatures with dramatically
illustrated presentations from Colin Speedie and Stephen Westcott. Refreshments
available.
You must book in advance.
Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872) 240777 ext 200 Organised
by Seaquest South- West and Newquay Sea Life Centre
Friday 15
WILD FLOWERS AND TREES OF CORNWAL
L Details as for Friday 8th October.
Saturday 16
OTTERS
Cotehele Quay car park 10.00am to 12.00pm
Meet at Cotehele Quay car park. Follow Cotehele signs
off A38 (Liskeard to Saltash road). Follow Cotehele signs off A390 (Callington
to Tavistock road). Looking for signs of otters and other wildlife in
the beautiful setting of Cotehele and the River Tamar valley. Wear wellies
(it will be wet underfoot). Leaders Joe Lawrence and Carol Craze Contact
Tricia Hoskings (01872) 240777 ext 200 Organised by Fox Club, Watch
and National Trust
Saturday 16 (to 20 November)
MILLENNIUM ART EXHIBITION
Royal Cornwall Museum, Truro To celebrate the end of the 20th century
the Trust is holding a very special exhibition showing aspects of Cornish
nature.
Sunday 17
FIELD MEETING
Tehidy Woods Country Park, Camborne 10.30am Meet at North Cliffs car
park, north coast road. Bring wellingtons or other stout footwear Contact
Stewart Clark (01872) 865071 Organised by Photographic Group
Sunday 17
BAT AND DORMOUSE SURVEY
Armstrong Wood Nature Reserve 2.00pm Meet at entrance to reserve, Lower
Trebullett, 4 miles south of Launceston. SX321773 Our ever popular annual
inspection of the bat and dormouse boxes. So far we have never failed
to see these lovely creatures. Leaders Steve Robbins and Tony Atkinson
Contact Dave Gibbon (01579) 343083 Organised by Caradon and Launceston
Branches
Sunday 17
RIDE MANAGEMENT
Cabilla and Redrice Woods 10.30am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm See
PARC page for project details. SX129652 Contact Steve Chudleigh (01208)
821790 Organised by PARC
Monday 18
A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO DRAWING AND PAINTING
Trust HQ, Five Acres, Allet 7.00pm to 9.00pm Start of a ten- week course.
£2.50 per session. Either beginning or returning to art - with a little
guidance on drawing what you see, colour mixing, simple linear and aerial
perspective and composition, good results are easily in reach of the
aspiring artist. Please bring HB and 2B pencils and drawing pad. Leader
Terry Geater (01872) 240777
You must book in advance.
Organised by education and publicity section
Monday 18
ILLUSTRATED TALK
Parkhouse Centre, Bude 7.30pm Speaker Keith Spurgin, Recorder for Botanical
Society, British Isles Contact Tim Dingle (01288) 361356 Organised by
Tamar Branch
Tuesday 19
FUNGUS COURSE
See 12th October for details.
Wednesday 20
MY FAVOURITE WILDLIFE SITES IN NORTH CORNWALL
Central Methodist Church, Launceston 7.30pm SX332847 We have a wide
variety of habitats for wildlife in North Cornwall. Tim Dingle of the
North Cornwall Heritage Coast and Countryside Service will present and
illustrate his own selection and explain the role of his organisation
in managing them. See what you have been missing! Contact Brian Stringer
(01566) 774902 Organised by Launceston Branch
Wednesday 20
POND RECREATION
North Predannack Downs 10.30am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm See PARC
page for project details. SW696165 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777
ext 209 Organised by PARC
Friday 22
WILD FLOWERS AND TREES OF CORNWALL
Details as for Friday 8th October.
Sunday 24
SEAL WATCH
Boscastle Details as for Sunday 10th October but meet at 11.00am.
Sunday 24
DITCH CLEARANCE
Loggan's Moor 10.30am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm See the PARC page
for project details. SW576389 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777
ext 209 Organised by PARC
Monday 25
A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO DRAWING AND PAINTING
Details as for Monday 18th October
Tuesday 26
FUNGUS COURSE
See 12th October for details
Wednesday 27
FIELD MEETING
Lichens on beach and walk in woods. 1.30pm Meet on Portreath Hill. SW654452
Please contact Elizabeth Jackson (01209) 713644 Organised by Camborne-
Redruth Natural History Society
Wednesday 27
CHARCOAL BURN
Devichoys Wood 10.00am on site See PARC page for project details. SW775381
Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777 ext 209 Organised by PARC
Friday 29
WILD FLOWERS AND TREES OF CORNWALL
Details as for Friday 8th October.
Saturday 30
LEARN ABOUT YOUR ANCIENT ANCESTORS
Saveock Mill, Greenbottom, Truro. 10.30am onwards Between Chacewater
and Threemilestone. Activity- based morning making spindle wheels using
natural and primitive technology. Demonstration of ancient cooking.
All within the exciting environment of a Celtic village. Charge will
be made of £3.00 per person children and adults. Leaders experimental
archaeologist Jacqui Wood and Carol Craze (01579) 348973
You must book in advance - please book early to avoid
disappointment. Contact Tricia Hoskings - (01872) 240777 ext 200. Organised
by Fox Club and Watch
Saturday 30
WOODLAND CRAFTS DAY
Cabilla Woods 10.30am to 4.00pm SX129654 Chance to see a variety of
woodland coppice crafts, both ancient and modern, in a beautiful woodland
setting. Bring stout shoes or walking boots. Contact Steve Chudleigh
(01208) 821790 or 0467 792427 (mobile) Organised by reserves section
Saturday 30
DEVELOPING A WILDLIFE GARDEN
Trust HQ, Five Acres, Allet 10.00am to 3.30pm Wildflower meadows, wetlands,
ponds and Cornish hedges have all declined considerably in the last
50 years. Help redress the balance by setting aside some of your garden
to benefit wildlife. Wildlife will help you in return by controlling
slugs, snails, aphids and other pests. The day school covers how to
imitate the above habitats on a garden scale and provide niches for
beneficial species. Cost £10. Leader Terry Geater (01872) 240777
You must book in advance.
Organised by education and publicity section
NOVEMBER
SEPT
- OCT - NOV - DEC - ADVANCE NOTICE
November 1
A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO DRAWING AND PAINTING
Details as for Monday 18th October
Sunday 7
WORKING PARTY
Kennall Vale, Ponsanooth, Falmouth 10.00am start Meet in woods. Turn
down by Ponsanooth Post Office. This 20- acre woodland has been a reserve
of the Trust for many years, with many interesting features. Bring wellington
boots and gloves. Leader Stewart Clark (01872) 865071 Organised by Kerrier
Branch
Sunday 7
GRASSLAND RESTORATION
Armstrong Wood 10.30am on site, approx 3.00pm finish See PARC page for
project details. SX321773 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777 ext
209 Organised by PARC
Monday 8
ANNUAL COMPETITION
Allet 7.30pm Nick Tregenza will judge this competition with the following
four categories: Flora; Fauna; Composition and Form; Best Image from
Field Trips. Entries should be received before 15th October 1999. Leader
David Chapman (01736) 850287 Organised by Photographic Group
Tuesday 9
FUNGUS COURSE
See 12th October for details.
Friday 12
WILD FLOWERS AND TREES OF CORNWALL
Details as for Friday 8th October.
Friday 12
INDOOR MEETING
Camborne Community Centre 2.00pm Slides, specimens, queries, observations
and a cup of tea. Contact Elizabeth Jackson (01209) 713644 Organised
by Camborne- Redruth Natural History Society
Saturday 13
TRUST AGM
Hall for Cornwall 2.00pm A short business meeting will be followed by
an illustrated journey through the Trust and its reserves with Dave
Thomas. Everyone is welcome - let's make the most of this excellent
venue.
Saturday 13
FIELD TRIP AND AGM
Saltash 10.00am field trip, 2.00pm AGM Meet at Saltash School. SX423582
Field trip: a walk around local geological sites good for education.
AGM: talks on using geological features in the National Curriculum.
Leader of field trip Gordon Neighbour Contact John Macadam (01208) 72578
Organised by RIGS Group
Sunday 14
COPPICING
Cabilla and Redrice Woods 10.30am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm See
PARC page for project details. SX129652 Contact Steve Chudleigh (01208)
821790 Organised by PARC
Monday 15
A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO DRAWING AND PAINTING
Details as for Monday 18th October
Monday 15
ILLUSTRATED TALK
Parkhouse Centre, Bude 7.30pm Speaker Stuart Hutchings, Reserves Ranger,
Cornwall Wildlife Trust Contact Tim Dingle (01288) 361356 Organised
by Tamar Branch
Tuesday 16
AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 SLIDES
Queens Hotel, Penzance 7.30pm Meet at Queens Hotel, The Promenade.
Parking behind the hotel or on the sea front. A view
of some of the world's wildlife and habitats by four of Penwith's globe-
trotting photographers. From Kamchatka to Carn Brea. From South Africa
to North Country. £1.00 admission. Contact Jane Richardson (01326) 562648
Organised by Penwith Branch
Tuesday 16
FUNGUS COURSE
See 12th October for details.
Wednesday 17
REEDBED WORK
Nansmellyn Marsh 10.30am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm See PARC page
for project details. SW762541 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777
ext 209 Organised by PARC
Thursday 18
HELFORD RIVER THROUGH THE SEASONS
Gweek Village Hall 7.30pm Meet at Gweek Village Hall, near National
Seal Sanctuary. SW708265 Tony Sutton's photographic journey through
the seasons on the Helford River (also short AGM).
Advance booking essential - tickets £2.00 including
light refreshments. Contact Pamela Tompsett (01872) 240777 or (01209)
842316 Organised by Helford VMCA Group
Friday 19
WILDLIFE AND HABITATS OF CORNWALL
Trust HQ, Five Acres, Allet 7.00pm to 9.00pm Start of a five- week course.
£2.50 per session. Improve your knowledge of the ecological interrelationships
between plants and animals which make our Cornish woods, wetlands, seashore,
heaths and dunes so important for wildlife. Leader Terry Geater (01872)
240777
You must book in advance.
Organised by education and publicity section
Saturday 20
KNOW YOUR GARDEN BIRDS
Trust HQ, Five Acres, Allet 10.00am to 3.30pm During this day school
we will look at identifying garden birds and how to attract more species
by providing different types of foods, nest sites and habitats. Cost
£10. Leader Terry Geater (01872) 240777
You must book in advance.
Organised by education and publicity section
Saturday 20
LUXULYAN VALLEY WOODLAND WALK
Luxulyan Valley, near St Blazey 10.00am to 1.00pm SW073562 A morning
walk to look for winter woodland birds and take a closer look at the
excellent restoration work being carried out in this industrial archaeologically
rich valley. Led by Restormel Woodlands Officer Gerry Brain Contact
Dave Thomas (01726) 861093 Organised by Restormel Branch
Saturday 20
STORYTELLING FOR THE YOUNGER MEMBERS OF THE FAMILY
Ridgegrove Mill, Kensey Valley, Launceston 2.00pm to 4.00pm SX337849
This is the third year for this event. Unfortunately, we have had to
change the venue. However, the old mill has a great atmosphere and will
evoke some great tales from Clive. Wear warm clothes and bring something
to sit on. Share transport where possible, as parking is limited. £1
at the door. Leader Clive Fairweather Contact Brian Stringer (01566)
774902 Organised by Launceston Branch
Saturday 20
TALES AT RIDGEGROVE MIL
7.30pm for 8.00pm Ridgegrove Mill, Kensey Valley, Launceston SX337849
The mill is being restored by new owners as a working mill. The combination
of a historic building with all its past associations, a professional
storyteller, mulled wine and a warm winter supper proved very popular
last year. Wear warm clothes and bring something to sit on. Share transport
where possible, as parking is limited. Numbers are limited, so book
early. Tickets only available in advance at £4.50.
Leader Clive Fairweather Contact Bring Stringer (01566)
774902 Organised by Launceston Branch
Sunday 21
REEDBED WORK
Nansmellyn Marsh 10.30am on site, finish approx. 3.45pm See PARC page
for project details. SW762543 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777
ext 209 Organised by PARC
Monday 22
A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO DRAWING AND PAINTING
Details as for Monday 18th October
Wednesday 24
SCRUB CLEARANCE
Red Moor 10.30am on site approx. finish 3.30pm See PARC page for project
details. SX075622 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777 ext 209 Organised
by PARC
Friday 26
WILDLIFE AND HABITATS OF CORNWALL
Details as for Friday 19th November
Saturday 27
TREE DRESSING AND BARBECUE
Tehidy Country Park, Camborne 11.00am North Cliffs car park, Tehidy
Country Park, on the B3301 Hayle to Porteath Road. SW640435 We had brilliant
fun doing this last year - come and see what it's all about. Bring food
and drink, wellies and warm clothing. Leaders Sally Hawkins and Anne-
Marie Ellis (01209) 712983 Organised by Fox Club and Watch
Monday 29
A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO DRAWING AND PAINTING
Details as for Monday 18th October
DECEMBER
SEPT
- OCT - NOV - DEC - ADVANCE NOTICE
Saturday 4
REPTILE ENCOUNTER
Newquay Zoo, Trenance Park, Newquay 10.00am to 5.00pm While our wild
snakes and lizards are asleep for the winter, Gary McCammick of Newquay
Zoo will be showing us some of their exotic and equally fascinating
- relatives. Group price adult £3, child £2 - you must arrive with us
at 10.00am to enjoy this special price. Contact Tricia Hoskings (01872)
240777 ext 200 Organised by Fox Club and Watch
Sunday 5
WORKING PARTY
Kennall Vale, Ponsanooth, Falmouth 10.00am start Meet in woods. Turn
down by Ponsanooth Post Office. This 20- acre woodland has many interesting
birds to see. Bring wellington boots and gloves. Leader Stewart Clark
(01872) 865071 Organised by Kerrier Branch
Sunday 5
FOOTPATH WORK
Trebarwith 10.30am on site, finish approx. 3.00pm See PARC page for
project details. SX062865 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777 ext
209 Organised by PARC
Monday 6
A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO DRAWING AND PAINTING
Details as for Monday 18th October
Monday 6
WILDFLOWER JOURNEY TO SOUTH- WEST CHINA
Griffin Hotel, Cliff Road, Newquay 7.30pm SW815617 An illustrated talk
by local botanist Hazel Meredith. Hazel will be showing slides of the
wild flowers found in the remote area of Yunnan near the Tibet border.
Trust Christmas goods on sale. Bar and refreshments available. Collection
taken. All are welcome. Contact Dave Thomas (01726) 861093. Organised
by Restormel Branch
Wednesday 8
SCRUB CLEARANCE
Breney Common 10.30am on site, finish approx. 3.30pm See PARC page for
project details. SX054610 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777 ext
209 Organised by PARC
Friday 10
WILDLIFE AND HABITATS OF CORNWALL
Details as for Friday 19th November
Friday 10
FIELD MEETING
Copperhouse, Hayle 11.00am
Birdwatching and lunch. Meet at Copperhouse, Hayle.
SW568381 Contact Elizabeth Jackson (01209) 713644 Organised by Camborne-
Redruth Natural History Society
Sunday 12
HEATH RESTORATION
Breney Common 10.30am on site, approx. 3.30pm finish See PARC page for
project details. SX054610 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777 ext
209 Organised by PARC
Wednesday 15
FOOTPATH CREATION
Trebarwith 10.30am on site, finish approx. 3.00pm See PARC page for
project details. SX062865 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777 ext
209 Organised by PARC
Sunday 19
CUT A CHRISTMAS TREE!
Cabilla and Redrice Woods 10.30am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm See
PARC page for project details. SX129652 Contact Steve Chudleigh (01208)
821790 Organised by PARC
ADVANCE NOTICES
JANUARY 2000 SEPT
- OCT - NOV - DEC - ADVANCE NOTICE
Wednesday 5
REED CUTTING
Loggan’s Moor 10.30am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm See PARC page for
project details. SW576389 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777 ext
209 Organised by PARC
Sunday 9
REED CUTTING
Loggan's Moor 10.30am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm See PARC page for
project details. SW576389 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777 ext
209 Organised by PARC
Wednesday 12
CHARCOAL BURN
Devichoys Wood 10.00am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm See PARC page
for project details. SW772376 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777
ext 209 Organised by PARC
Monday 17
A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO DRAWING AND PAINTING
Details as for Monday 18th October 1999
Wednesday 19
SCRUB CLEARANCE
Ventongimps Moor 10.30am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm See PARC page
for project details. SW780514 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777
ext 209 Organised by PARC
Friday 21
WILDLIFE AND HABITATS OF CORNWALL
Details as for Friday 19th November 1999
Sunday 23
SCRUB CLEARANCE
Ventongimps Moor 10.30am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm See PARC page
for project details. SW780514 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872) 240777
ext 209 Organised by PARC
Monday 24
A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO DRAWING AND PAINTING
Details as for Monday 18th October 1999
Monday 24 to Wednesday 26
SCRUB CLEARANCE
Lower Lewdon 11.00am on site on first day 3- day residential task. See
PARC page for project details. SS256096 Contact Gavin Henderson (01872)
240777 ext 209 Organised by PARC
Friday 28
WILDLIFE AND HABITATS OF CORNWALL
Details as for Friday 19th November 1999
Sunday 30
COPPICING
Cabilla and Redrice Woods 10.30am on site, finish approx. 4.00pm See
PARC page for project details. SX129652 Contact Steve Chudleigh (01208)
821790 Organised by PARC
Monday 31
A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO DRAWING AND PAINTING
Details as for Monday 18th October 1999
FEBRUARY 2000
Sunday 6
WORKING PARTY
Kennall Vale, Ponsanooth, Falmouth 10.00am start Meet in woods. Turn
down by Ponsanooth Post Office. This is an opportunity to work off the
Christmas and New Year festivities. Help the Wildlife Trust for the
year 2000. Bring wellington boots and gloves. Leader Stewart Clark (01872)
865071 Organised by Kerrier Branch
Friday 18
MEMBERS' EVENING
Camborne Community Centre 7.15pm Contact Elizabeth Jackson (01209) 713644
Organised by Camborne- Redruth Natural History Society
MARCH 2000
Sunday 5
WORKING PARTY
Kennall Vale, Ponsanooth, Falmouth 10.00am start Meet in woods. Turn
down by Ponsanooth Post Office. The woodland flowers will be emerging
for the
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TR10 9NB Fax: (01209) 860970
The next diary covers the period from late December
1999 to the end of May 2000. Advance notices of later events can be
included to increase the chances of publicising them.
The Wild Cornwall packing date is 4th December, but
bear in mind when planning dates of events that handdelivery in your
area can take several weeks.
Please send details of events (these MUST be submitted
on forms available from Trust HQ) to:
spring. Bring wellington boots and gloves. Leader Stewart
Clark (01872) 865071 Organised by Kerrier Branch
APRIL 2000
Sunday 2
WORKING PARTY
Kennall Vale, Ponsanooth, Falmouth 10.00am start Meet in woods. Turn
down by Ponsanooth Post Office. There is a good circular route around
the reserve now that the bridge has been repaired. Bring wellington
boots and gloves. Leader Stewart Clark (01872) 865071 Organised by Kerrier
Branch
Friday 14
AGM AND SOCIAL EVENING 7.15pm Contact Elizabeth Jackson
(01209) 713644 Organised by Camborne- Redruth Natural History Society
MAY 2000
Sunday 7
WORKING PARTY Kennall Vale, Ponsanooth, Falmouth 10.00am
start Meet in woods. Turn down by Ponsanooth Post Office. The spring
flowers and bluebells should be fully out for visitors to see. Bring
wellington boots and gloves. Leader Stewart Clark (01872) 865071 Organised
by Kerrier Branch
COPY DATE
for the next diary 1st October 1999
The next diary covers the period from late December 1999 to the end
of May 2000. Advance notices of later events can be included to increase
the chances of publicising them.
The Wild Cornwall packing date is 4th December, but bear in mind when
planning dates of events that handdelivery in your area can take several
weeks.
Please send details of events (these MUST be submitted on forms available
from Trust HQ) to:
Diary Editor, Mark Dungey, 10 Rame Croft, Rame Cross, Penryn, TR10
9NB Fax: (01209) 860970
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