Bird Survey - The Paddock

Bird Survey - The Paddock

Learn to ID local birds and bird songs on our weekly bird survey at The Paddock. Suitable for all levels. Family Friendly.

By The Conservation Volunteers @ The Paddock

Date and time

Sat, 17 May 2025 10:30 - 11:30 GMT+1

Location

The Paddock Community Nature Park

The Paddock Community Nature Park Ferry Lane London N17 9NG United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour

Welcome to our monthly bird survey!

What to expect:

- A short talk on a bird species or bird-related topic each week.

- A guided transect survey of the whole site.

- Help with identifying birds visually and by birdsong.

-The data collected will help us develop the Paddock into a Local Nature Reserve.

- By booking onto multiple sessions you’ll gain a deeper understanding of seasonal cycles, and improve your I.D. skills.

Pre-booking is essential, book now to confirm a place.

Please be aware Eventbrite booking closes one day before each surveying event at 5pm.

If you have to cancel your place for any reason, please get in touch via thepaddock@tcv.org.uk or by the contact numbers below to let us know.


What to bring:

You will be issued with a field recording sheet, species guide sheets, a clipboard and a pencil.

If you own a pair of binoculars and further ID guides/books, you are welcome to bring them along.

Individual surveys will run outdoors for about an hour, please be sure to check the weather/temperature and dress accordingly.


COVID-Safe Measures:

Whilst social distancing and COVID-safe measures are no longer legally required, you are welcome to wear a mask if you would like to. Please consider others' wishes who may still want to social distance, and always wash hands before eating/drinking on TCV projects.

Under 18s:

All ages can join in the bird survey, the route is a little muddy but buggies are welcome!

If you want to volunteer and are 16-17 years old please ensure you get in touch with us at thepaddock@tcv.org.uk, as you will need a completed parent/ guardian consent form to join in. For everyone aged 15 and under they will also need a parent/guardian with them to attend.


Meeting point:

We will meet at the Paddock main entrance next to the 2x green office buildings on Ferry Lane, N17 9NG.



Contact Info:

The session will be run by Izzy.

Telephone: Izzy (07870678571).

Email: thepaddock@tcv.org.uk





About TCV:

The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) are a national charity. Our vision is to create healthier, happier places for everyone. Our mission is to connect people and green spaces to deliver lasting outcomes for both.

https://www.tcv.org.uk/london/haringey/thepaddock/

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