This calendar has been compiled by the Hertfordshire Natural History Society (HNHS) on behalf of natural history organisations in Hertfordshire. The type of event is colour coded: Outdoor events, Indoor meetings.

Sun 19 Jan 2020 (9.30am)

Stockers Lake, Rickmansworth

Meet at Aquadrome car park on Frogmore Lane at 9.30. Nearest Postcode: WD3 1NB.

Wintering wildlife and often other rarities.

Contact: stan.kitchiner@hotmail.com

Organised by: RSPB South East Herts Group

Wed 22 Jan 2020 (9.45am)

Batford Springs to Leasey Bridge

A half day birdwatching walk. Meet on corner of Station Road and Marquis Lane, Harpenden for 9.45 start. There is a small car park; otherwise on road parking where sensible.
Please inform leader if you are coming.

Time: 9.45 am

Price: Free but a voluntary £1 donation to the RSPB would be appreciated

Telephone: 

Organised by: RSPB Harpenden Local Group

Tue 28 Jan 2020 (8pm)

How to Get Closer to Wildlife with Your Camera - Smartphone to Semi-Professional

British Wildlife Photography award-winner Russell Savory presents advice on how to observe animals respectfully to get those amazing shots using camera phones to semi professional level. Bring your camera and questions. 8pm,  Howlands Baptist Church  The Commons, Welwyn Garden City,  AL7 4RS

Organised by: HMWT Mid Herts Local Group

Sun 02 Feb 2020 (8am - 10.15am)

Harpenden Lea Valley walk

A guided walk identifying local birds. Meet on the bridge over the River Lea near the 'Marquis of Granby' at the junction of Crabtree Lane and Marquis Lane

Time: 8-10.15 am

Price: Free but a voluntary donation of £1 to the RSPB would be appreciated

 

Organised by: RSPB Harpenden Local Group

Thu 13 Feb 2020 (8pm)

Hertfordshire's wonderful wetlands

An illustrated talk by Josh Kalms from the Hertfordshire and Middlesex Wildlife Trust,

All Saints Church Hall, Station Road, Harpenden.
AL5 4UU

Time: 8 pm

Price: £3

E-mail: geoffrhorn@yahoo.co.uk

Organised by: RSPB Harpenden Local Group

Wed 26 Feb 2020 (9.45am)

Ver Valley (from St Albans)

A half day birdwatching walk led by Ann and Roger Doubleday.

Meet at the starting point in St Albans, contact the leaders for details.

Time: 9.45 am

Price: Car parking fees in St Albans, plus a voluntary £1 donation to the RSPB would be appreciated.

E-mail: annrogerbw@gmail.com

 

Organised by: RSPB Harpenden Local Group

Sun 01 Mar 2020 (8am - 10.15am)

Harpenden Lea Valley walk

Guided walk along the River Lea identifying local birds, led by John Taylor. No experience of birdwatching necessary.

Meet by the bridge across the River Lea near the 'Marquis of Granby' pub, which is at the junction of Crabtree Lane and Marquis Lane.

Time: 8 am to 10.15 am

Price: Free but a £1 donation for the RSPB would be appreciated.

 01582 715420

Organised by: RSPB Harpenden Local Group

Thu 05 Mar 2020 (9.30am)

Stanstead Innings

The lakes next to Rye Meads reserve looking for wintering wildfowl and other winter visitors. Meet in Rye Meads car park at 9.30. Nearest Postcode: SG12 8JS 

Contact: stan.kitchiner@hotmail.com

Organised by: RSPB South East Herts Group

Wed 18 Mar 2020 (10.15am - 4pm)

Fisher's Green (Lea Valley)

A full day of birdwatching. Meet at 10.15 am at the Fishers Green car park on Stubbins Hall Lane (EN9 2EF), off the B194 north of Waltham Abbey. Postcode: EN9 2EF . Car park charge £2.50 The visit will end by 4 pm.

Led by Ann & Roger Doubleday. Please contact the leader in advance if you plan to attend. 

Time: 10.15 am

Price: Contribution towards petrol costs when car sharing and an optional £1 donation to the RSPB

Organised by: RSPB Harpenden Local Group