Birdwatching Basics a big hit

Today we held the first of what could become a regular event at Sandwell Valley. Our Birdwatching Basics event was fully booked and was attended by families and adults all eager to learn how to tell the difference between the many types of birds found on the reserve.

The talk was given by an experienced volunteer, Mike West, who entertained the audience with his slide show on what to look for when identifying birds. After an hour and before our bottoms were completely numb, we set off around the reserve, putting in to practice what we'd just learnt. The weather was wonderful and helped us enjoy the walk down to the Lakeside Hide.

Everyone was able to complete their 'tick-list' of birds found on site and should now feel more confident when looking at birds!

We look forward to welcoming you all back to the reserve to keep your new skills up to date.

Thank you to everyone who attended, the volunteers who helped out and especially the birds for showing up at the right time.