On Saturday 8th June, staff from RSPB Geltsdale hosted a stall on what must be one of the the dryest and hotest Cumberland shows for a good many years.
T-shirts, sunglasses and ice cream were the order of the day, sharply contrasting with the knee deep mud and constant rain of previous years. In fact it was so hot we struggled to give away free tots of the excellent Black Grouse whisky, usually a firm favourite at previous shows and markets.
The show was absolutely great for actively engaging with families and young people about our work at the reserve, plus a great opportunity for them to learn more about birds and wildlife. Lots of games, free prizes and give aways were on offer and nobody under 12 went away without a Hen Harrier sticker.
Jill J