Diary of Events . .
Sept. '99 to Jan. 2000
SEPT - OCT - NOV - DEC - ADVANCE NOTICE

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

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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

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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

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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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