Bulletin - March 2010 |
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What to see and where to go in March.
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| Have you ever wondered about the meaning of 'as mad
as a March hare'? These big impressive relatives of the rabbit can
occasionally be seen engaged in frantic chases and apparent boxing
matches during the late winter and early spring. If you're lucky enough
to see this then what you're actually witnessing is a female hare
rejecting the advances of potential suitors. If she isn't ready to
be wooed then amorous advances are only likely to result in a clip
round the ear! Wintering wildfowl, including Long-tailed Duck,
Wigeon and Pale-bellied Brent Geese, are still lingering
off North Northumberland. Further south, look for Red-throated
Divers in Druridge Bay. The early months of the year are
a very good time to look for Roe Deer, Red Squirrels and Otters.
And of course Spring has arrived so everything is changing. |
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| Druridge Bay - top spot for Otters and close to our
best Red Squirrel sites |
11 March |
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| Holy Island Walk - A 3hr guided walk, searching for the
special wildlife of Lindisfarne, starting from the main car park at
1pm. (£10/£8) |
6 March |
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| Lindisfarne - raptors, waders, wildfowl and seals |
9/16/23 March |
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| Beginners Birdwatching - 'Raptors' £30 per ½
day session, or £50 for both together. Get to grips with the
identification of birds of prey |
13/14 March |
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| Otter Safari - Join us on an otter safari as we search our
best sites for this elusive and charismatic predator. |
18 March |
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| Kielder - Red Squirrels, Roe Deer and birds of prey
including Goshawk |
24 March |
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All of our safaris last for 6-8 hours and include collection
from wherever you are staying in Northumberland (within reason),
transport during the tour, expert guidance and a picnic
lunch.
Cost £60/adult, £40/child (unless stated otherwise).
Mini-safaris are also available (3-4 hours, lunch not included)
at a cost of £30/adult, £20/child
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March Special Offer
Tell us where you saw this newsletter and we'll give you a
10% discount on any Safari Day
or Beginners Birdwatching session
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If you would like to book on any of our tours,
or what we have listed doesn't meet your exact requirements,
then please 'phone Martin on 01670 827465.
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Northern Experience Wildlife Tours Ltd, 18 Frances
Ville, Scotland Gate, Northumberland, NE62 5ST. Company # 05689315
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