Join us for a relaxed guided walk along Gosforth Nature Reserve's reedbeds and pond margins in search of the elusive water ladybird.

Event lead: Matthew Harrison, NHSN Naturalist

Event length: 1 session, Thursday 29 October, 10.00 am- 11.30 am (approx)

Event structure: Informal walk

Level: Beginner/Enthusiast

Meet at: Gosforth Nature Reserve front gate: NZ 26036 69955, w3w: ///nobody.daisy.shades

Event cost: £3

Accessibility: This flat, circular 1-2 mile walk starts and finishes at the reserve entrance, on a mix of boardwalk, compacted gravel and uneven woodland paths that can be slippery or damp after rain. There's an accessible toilet at the Field Studies Room and an eco-loo on the main path.

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Join us for a relaxed guided walk along Gosforth Nature Reserve's reedbeds and pond margins in search of the water ladybird. Together, we'll look for this fascinating little beetle while keeping a watchful eye out for other ladybirds associated with damp habitats.

Surveying nearby areas of Gorse, we should also encounter a host of other ladybirds including the 7-Spot, Harlequin and maybe, Pine Ladybird. All sightings will be recorded as part of NHSN's North East Ladybird Spot (https://www.nhsn.org.uk/the-north-east-ladybird-spot/).

Suitable for all ages and experience levels. No prior recording experience is needed.

Sweep nets will be provided; however, we encourage you to bring your own equipment if you have any.

If you take any photos while attending the event, please do share with NHSN by emailing james.common@newcastle.ac.uk.

About The Ouse Burn Way Project

Made possible by the Reece Foundation (https://www.reece-foundation.org/), The Ouse Burn Way offers free, enjoyable events that encourage people of all ages to connect with nature. From exploring local wildlife to discovering the hidden gems in your community, these activities are a great way to experience the natural world in Newcastle and North Tyneside. What will you spot in your own neighbourhood? Come along and join us for some outdoor fun, and start noticing the wildlife around you. For more information about the project, please

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