Join us for a dusk guided walk around the reedbeds and ponds in search of some of Gosforth Nature Reserve’s more secretive residents.

About this event

Join us for a guided dusk walk around the reedbeds and ponds in search of some of Gosforth Nature Reserve’s more secretive wetland birds and mammals.

A limited number of thermal imaging cameras will be provided; however, we encourage you to bring your own equipment if you have any.

Likely species for this walk include: Bittern, Otter, Water Rail, Kingfisher, Cetti's Warbler, Snipe.

Bus directions from Newcastle: Board the X7/X8 bus from Haymarket Bus Station. Get off the bus at BT call centre and walk down Salter’s Lane till you see Gosforth Nature Reserve on your left.

Essential Information

Event lead: NHSN Naturalist Matthew Harrison

Event length: 1 session, Wednesday 16 October 17.00 pm -18:30 pm (approx)

Event structure: Informal walk

Level: Beginner/Enthusiast

Meet at: Gosforth Nature Reserve entrance, NZ 26036 69955

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. An accessible toilet is available at the Field Studies Room, and an eco-loo is on the main path.

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 click here (https://www.theouseburnway.co.uk/).

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