Monthly Archives: November 2012

MNA Coach Trip Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Sabena Blackbird

Twenty five MNA members joined our final coach trip of the year to the popular destination of Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve. The coach driver dropped off the majority of the group down at the coastal hides that overlook Morecambe Bay, … Continue reading →

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Chester, 18th November 2012

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Barbara

On a bright sunny morning, after an overnight frost, we took the 10.15 train to Chester and set off on our usual walk along the canal. There were only a few Mallards, one Moorhen, and the usual town tykes, the … Continue reading →

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Southport Waxwing Hunt, 11th November 2012

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Barbara

We go to a different Remembrance Service every year, and this year it was Southport’s turn. We enjoyed the playing of the brass band, but the laying of wreaths was a rather long drawn-out process, especially on such a cold … Continue reading →

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Pickerings Pasture, 4th November 2012

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Barbara

Pickerings Pasture is always a lovely place to visit, especially on a sunny autumn day. Our first birds were Starlings, Chaffinches and a Mistle Thrush in the hedge along Mersey View Road. The tide was out, exposing the huge sandbanks, … Continue reading →

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Ainsdale Sand Dunes Reserve, Sunday 28th October 2012.

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Barbara

From Tony Carter:  The North West Fungus Group held a foray at Ainsdale Sand Dunes Reserve. Despite the heavy showers and wind sixteen Group members turned out and we were very pleased to be joined by David Bryant. We spent … Continue reading →

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