Events

All those attending Society events are responsible for their own actions. Leaders will, to the best of their knowledge, inform those attending of any dangers or areas that could cause concern. All those aged under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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  RPS Nature Group Field Meeting at Monkton nature reserve

  2nd June 13

  Type: Field Meetings, Group: Nature, Region: South East Meeting Place: The gate or car park, Monkton Nature Reserve   RPS Nature Group Field Meeting at Monkton nature reserve Grid Reference: TR283657,  Post code for Sat Nav: CT12 4LH Leader: James Foad Day & date: Sunday 2nd June 2013 Cost: £3 Entry and depending on numbers or £5 Entrance which includes a guided walk of the reserve if enough interest. More info
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  RPS Nature Group Field Meeting at Ainsdale Dunes

  8th June 13

  Type: Field Meetings, Group: Nature, Region: North West Meeting Place: The Ainsdale Discovery Centre, The Promenade, Shore Road, Ainsdale-on-Sea PR8 2QB Main subjects of interest: Orchids and other dune flora, insects etc. Leader: Trevor Davenport ARPS. Dr. More info
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  Nature Photo day with Paul Hobson

  30th June 13

  Type: Field Meetings, Group: Nature, Region: East Midlands The event has been organised by Geoff Trinder ARPS and will be held in the grounds of his home in North Lincolnshire. The cost of £45 includes a buffet lunch. Species to photograph - at least three species of birds of prey which will include Barn and Tawny Owls; Harvest Mice; Common Toad and possibly Midwife Toad and Common Lizard. More info
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  RPS Nature Group Field Meeting at Ryewater Nursery,

  6th July 13

  Type: Field Meetings, Group: Nature, Region: Southern Meeting by kind permission of Clive Farrell Interest: Ryewater Nursery is a very large reserve with a wide range of habitats, flowers and insects, all easily accessible. Originally a plant nursery, it has been turned into a nature reserve, with the emphasis on butterflies and dragonflies, and the range of habitats and plants is exceptionally rich. More info
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  RPS Nature Group field day, Windover Hill, Wilmington, East Sussex

  6th August 13

  Type: Field Meetings, Group: Nature, Region: South East The car park is located 1.8km SW of Wilmonton at TQ531032. Please ensure that you park only in the car park indicated. The car park surface is  uneven and caution is advised. Access to the site involves a moderate climb of about 1. More info
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  RPS Nature Group Residential Field Weekend at Preston Montford Field Centre

  9th August 13 - 12th August 13

  Type: Field Meetings, Group: Nature, Region: Central THIS WEEKEND IS NOW FULLY BOOKED, WITH A WAITING LIST   Cost: £180 pp shared room, £210 single room occupancy. Deposit £50 per person, cheques payable to FIELD STUDIES COUNCIL Maximum 12 participants - booking on a first come, first served basis. More info
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  RPS Nature Group Field Meeting at Clowes Wood

  17th November 13

  Type: Field Meetings, Group: Nature, Region: South East Main subjects of interest: Fungi   Items to bring. Stout Shoes, Waterproofs, Wellingtons Flask of hot drink, and Packed Lunch Tripods and of course Cameras   Additional information: Parts of the wood are SUITABLE FOR wheelchairs and disabled but some areas may be slippery and/or muddy   Directions from London and Dartford, Follow signs for M2 from the M2 go straight on to the A299. More info