BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Milford Conservation Volunteers - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://milfordconservation.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Milford Conservation Volunteers REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260421T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260421T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20251102T150519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T152401Z UID:8038-1776765600-1776776400@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: To be confirmed nearer the time \n\n\n\nTask: To be confirmed nearer the time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery effort will be made to keep to this date\, but changes can occur due to weather\, logistics\, to suit other involved parties or to avoid conflicting events. Generally an email will be sent to volunteers a week in advance with location and details of the task. It is possible that additional sessions will be added \, including at weekends if there is time critical\, or backlog of tasks to complete. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form. \n\n\n\nTasks are generally planned with the parish council\, and wherever possible have a conservation theme. Most tasks are conservation management or maintenance and vary from lighter clearance work e.g. footpaths\, bramble\, rhododendron and hazel coppice\, to heavier work like drainage\, revetment or footpaths. Occasionally we do get opportunities to enhance or even create habitat for flora and fauna.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers should wear gloves and sturdy footwear\, safety glasses and long trousers recommended. Bring waterproofs\, sunscreen and insect repellent as appropriate and bring your own water/refreshments. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/conservation-task-32/ CATEGORIES:Tasks,Volunteering END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20260315T153524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T153526Z UID:8221-1776506400-1776513600@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Sturt Pond DESCRIPTION:This is a drop in birding session open to everyone. It is held on 3rd Saturday of every month\, from 10 am – 12 noon\, at Sturt Pond Bird Hide. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocal bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions. \n\n\n\nScopes and binoculars are available to use.\n\n\n\nEveryone welcome\, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of venue here \n\n\n\nYou may also like to Drop In at Keyhaven Observatory on 1st Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/drop-in-birding-session-at-sturt-pond-31/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Drop In Birding Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260416T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260416T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250914T161324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T180712Z UID:7935-1776333600-1776337200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: bridge/gate into the Danestream on New valley Road (by the dip!)  \n\n\n\nLeader: Wendy Thomas \n\n\n\nThis walk will be looking at wildflowers along the Danestream \n\n\n\nOpen to everyone\, and new members are especially welcome. \n\n\n\nPlease wear clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather conditions. Bring water and sunscreen as required. \n\n\n\nNote Any changes to the walk details will be published here\, so check back here to confirm. We also try to send an email reminder to members shortly before the walk is due to take place. \n\n\n\nEither fill in the form so that we know to expect you\, or just turn up on the day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Name *FirstLastEmail *Contact numberComment or Message *Send URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/nature-walk-28/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260404T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260404T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20251102T154826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T154827Z UID:8066-1775296800-1775304000@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven DESCRIPTION:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven \n\n\n\nThis is a drop in birding session open to everyone. It is held on 1st Saturday of every month\, from 10 am – 12 noon\, at Keyhaven Bird Observatory. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocal bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions.\n\n\n\nScopes and binoculars are available to use. \n\n\n\nEveryone welcome\, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of venue here \n\n\n\nYou may also like to Drop In at Sturt pond on 3rd Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/drop-in-birding-session-at-keyhaven-29/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Drop In Birding Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260321T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20260315T153514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T153515Z UID:8220-1774087200-1774094400@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Sturt Pond DESCRIPTION:This is a drop in birding session open to everyone. It is held on 3rd Saturday of every month\, from 10 am – 12 noon\, at Sturt Pond Bird Hide. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocal bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions. \n\n\n\nScopes and binoculars are available to use.\n\n\n\nEveryone welcome\, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of venue here \n\n\n\nYou may also like to Drop In at Keyhaven Observatory on 1st Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/drop-in-birding-session-at-sturt-pond-30/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Drop In Birding Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260320T063000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260320T203000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20260111T151129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T151207Z UID:8165-1773988200-1774038600@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:AGM 2026 DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Bridge\, Sea Road\, Milford on Sea \n\n\n\nThe AGM will be followed by a presentation from local wild-life expert Marcus Ward . URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/agm-2026/ CATEGORIES:Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260317T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260317T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250914T161329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T161539Z UID:7934-1773741600-1773748800@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:This is a provisional date for your diary\n\n\n\nMeeting Point: TBA \n\n\n\nLeader: Gill Watson \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOpen to everyone\, and new members are especially welcome. \n\n\n\nPlease wear clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather conditions. Bring water and sunscreen as required. \n\n\n\nNote Any changes to the walk details will be published here\, so check back here to confirm. We also try to send an email reminder to members shortly before the walk is due to take place. \n\n\n\nEither fill in the form so that we know to expect you\, or just turn up on the day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Name *FirstLastEmail *Contact numberComment or Message *Send URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/nature-walk-29/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260311T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260311T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20251102T145541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T152706Z UID:8023-1773223200-1773234000@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: To be confirmed nearer the time \n\n\n\nTask: To be confirmed nearer the time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery effort will be made to keep to this date\, but changes can occur due to weather\, logistics\, to suit other involved parties or to avoid conflicting events. Generally an email will be sent to volunteers a week in advance with location and details of the task. It is possible that additional sessions will be added \, including at weekends if there is time critical\, or backlog of tasks to complete. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form. \n\n\n\nTasks are generally planned with the parish council\, and wherever possible have a conservation theme. Most tasks are conservation management or maintenance and vary from lighter clearance work e.g. footpaths\, bramble\, rhododendron and hazel coppice\, to heavier work like drainage\, revetment or footpaths. Occasionally we do get opportunities to enhance or even create habitat for flora and fauna.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers should wear gloves and sturdy footwear\, safety glasses and long trousers recommended. Bring waterproofs\, sunscreen and insect repellent as appropriate and bring your own water/refreshments. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/conservation-task-31/ CATEGORIES:Tasks,Volunteering END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260307T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260307T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20251102T154722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T154724Z UID:8065-1772877600-1772884800@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven DESCRIPTION:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven \n\n\n\nThis is a drop in birding session open to everyone. It is held on 1st Saturday of every month\, from 10 am – 12 noon\, at Keyhaven Bird Observatory. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocal bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions.\n\n\n\nScopes and binoculars are available to use. \n\n\n\nEveryone welcome\, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of venue here \n\n\n\nYou may also like to Drop In at Sturt pond on 3rd Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/drop-in-birding-session-at-keyhaven-28/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Drop In Birding Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260305T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260305T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20251206T174210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T174212Z UID:8115-1772704800-1772715600@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: To be confirmed nearer the time \n\n\n\nTask: To be confirmed nearer the time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery effort will be made to keep to this date\, but changes can occur due to weather\, logistics\, to suit other involved parties or to avoid conflicting events. Generally an email will be sent to volunteers a week in advance with location and details of the task. It is possible that additional sessions will be added \, including at weekends if there is time critical\, or backlog of tasks to complete. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form. \n\n\n\nTasks are generally planned with the parish council\, and wherever possible have a conservation theme. Most tasks are conservation management or maintenance and vary from lighter clearance work e.g. footpaths\, bramble\, rhododendron and hazel coppice\, to heavier work like drainage\, revetment or footpaths. Occasionally we do get opportunities to enhance or even create habitat for flora and fauna.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers should wear gloves and sturdy footwear\, safety glasses and long trousers recommended. Bring waterproofs\, sunscreen and insect repellent as appropriate and bring your own water/refreshments. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/conservation-task-42/ CATEGORIES:Tasks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T223000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20251217T142015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T144431Z UID:8135-1771923600-1771972200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Creeks & Saltmarsh Boat Trip DESCRIPTION:This is a boat trip around Keyhaven Creeks and Saltmarsh\, led by bird expert\, Keith Metcalf. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited so pre-booking is essential and payment needs to be received to confirm booking. Please contact Keith using the details in the poster. \n\n\n\nMeet at Keyhaven Hurst Castle Ferry Pontoon 5 minutes before departure. \n\n\n\nTicket Prices to cover costs only:\n\n\n\nMCV Members £16Non-MCV Members £21 \n\n\n\n\nC-and-S-TRIP-62-63-POSTER-2026 URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/creeks-saltmarsh-boat-trip-5/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Boat Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260221T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260221T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20260315T153500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T153502Z UID:8219-1771668000-1771675200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Sturt Pond DESCRIPTION:This is a drop in birding session open to everyone. It is held on 3rd Saturday of every month\, from 10 am – 12 noon\, at Sturt Pond Bird Hide. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocal bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions. \n\n\n\nScopes and binoculars are available to use.\n\n\n\nEveryone welcome\, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of venue here \n\n\n\nYou may also like to Drop In at Keyhaven Observatory on 1st Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/drop-in-birding-session-at-sturt-pond-29/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Drop In Birding Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260218T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260218T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250914T161333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T050554Z UID:7933-1771408800-1771416000@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Sturt Pond Bird Hide \n\n\n\nLeader: Gill Watson \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOpen to everyone\, and new members are especially welcome. \n\n\n\nPlease wear clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather conditions. Bring water and sunscreen as required. \n\n\n\nNote Any changes to the walk details will be published here\, so check back here to confirm. We also try to send an email reminder to members shortly before the walk is due to take place. \n\n\n\nEither fill in the form so that we know to expect you\, or just turn up on the day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Name *FirstLastEmail *Contact numberComment or Message *Send URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/nature-walk-30/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260210T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260210T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20251102T120828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T174356Z UID:7999-1770717600-1770728400@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: To be confirmed nearer the time \n\n\n\nTask: To be confirmed nearer the time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery effort will be made to keep to this date\, but changes can occur due to weather\, logistics\, to suit other involved parties or to avoid conflicting events. Generally an email will be sent to volunteers a week in advance with location and details of the task. It is possible that additional sessions will be added \, including at weekends if there is time critical\, or backlog of tasks to complete. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form. \n\n\n\nTasks are generally planned with the parish council\, and wherever possible have a conservation theme. Most tasks are conservation management or maintenance and vary from lighter clearance work e.g. footpaths\, bramble\, rhododendron and hazel coppice\, to heavier work like drainage\, revetment or footpaths. Occasionally we do get opportunities to enhance or even create habitat for flora and fauna.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers should wear gloves and sturdy footwear\, safety glasses and long trousers recommended. Bring waterproofs\, sunscreen and insect repellent as appropriate and bring your own water/refreshments. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/conservation-task-30/ CATEGORIES:Tasks,Volunteering END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260207T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20251102T154557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T154742Z UID:8064-1770458400-1770465600@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven DESCRIPTION:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven \n\n\n\nThis is a drop in birding session open to everyone. It is held on 1st Saturday of every month\, from 10 am – 12 noon\, at Keyhaven Bird Observatory. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocal bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions.\n\n\n\nScopes and binoculars are available to use. \n\n\n\nEveryone welcome\, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of venue here \n\n\n\nYou may also like to Drop In at Sturt pond on 3rd Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/drop-in-birding-session-at-keyhaven-26/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Drop In Birding Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260203T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260203T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20251206T175021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T175206Z UID:8117-1770112800-1770123600@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: To be confirmed nearer the time \n\n\n\nTask: To be confirmed nearer the time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery effort will be made to keep to this date\, but changes can occur due to weather\, logistics\, to suit other involved parties or to avoid conflicting events. Generally an email will be sent to volunteers a week in advance with location and details of the task. It is possible that additional sessions will be added \, including at weekends if there is time critical\, or backlog of tasks to complete. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form. \n\n\n\nTasks are generally planned with the parish council\, and wherever possible have a conservation theme. Most tasks are conservation management or maintenance and vary from lighter clearance work e.g. footpaths\, bramble\, rhododendron and hazel coppice\, to heavier work like drainage\, revetment or footpaths. Occasionally we do get opportunities to enhance or even create habitat for flora and fauna.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers should wear gloves and sturdy footwear\, safety glasses and long trousers recommended. Bring waterproofs\, sunscreen and insect repellent as appropriate and bring your own water/refreshments. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/conservation-task-43/ CATEGORIES:Tasks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260126T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260126T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250914T161343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T140011Z UID:7932-1769421600-1769428800@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Milford Pleasure Grounds bridge \n\n\n\nLeader: David Horne \n\n\n\nWe will meet at 10am at the Milford Pleasure Grounds bridge and head up to Studland Common and Sharvells Copse \n\n\n\nThe bridge is located almost opposite Lucerne Road just up from the carpark near the Thai restaurant in the village \n\n\n\nOpen to everyone\, and new members are especially welcome. \n\n\n\nPlease wear clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather conditions. Bring water and sunscreen as required. \n\n\n\nNote Any changes to the walk details will be published here\, so check back here to confirm. We also try to send an email reminder to members shortly before the walk is due to take place. \n\n\n\nEither fill in the form so that we know to expect you\, or just turn up on the day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Name *FirstLastEmail *Contact numberComment or Message *Send URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/nature-walk-31/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260124T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260124T223000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20251217T142029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T144306Z UID:8134-1769245200-1769293800@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Creeks & Saltmarsh Boat Trip DESCRIPTION:This is a boat trip around Keyhaven Creeks and Saltmarsh\, led by bird expert\, Keith Metcalf. \n\n\n\nSpace is limited so pre-booking is essential and payment needs to be received to confirm booking. Please contact Keith using the details in the poster. \n\n\n\nMeet at Keyhaven Hurst Castle Ferry Pontoon 5 minutes before departure. \n\n\n\nTicket Prices to cover costs only:\n\n\n\nMCV Members £16Non-MCV Members £21 \n\n\n\n\nC-and-S-TRIP-62-63-POSTER-2026 URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/creeks-saltmarsh-boat-trip-6/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Boat Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260122T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260122T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20251102T120813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T152426Z UID:7995-1769076000-1769086800@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: To be confirmed nearer the time \n\n\n\nTask: To be confirmed nearer the time \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery effort will be made to keep to this date\, but changes can occur due to weather\, logistics\, to suit other involved parties or to avoid conflicting events. Generally an email will be sent to volunteers a week in advance with location and details of the task. It is possible that additional sessions will be added \, including at weekends if there is time critical\, or backlog of tasks to complete. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form. \n\n\n\nTasks are generally planned with the parish council\, and wherever possible have a conservation theme. Most tasks are conservation management or maintenance and vary from lighter clearance work e.g. footpaths\, bramble\, rhododendron and hazel coppice\, to heavier work like drainage\, revetment or footpaths. Occasionally we do get opportunities to enhance or even create habitat for flora and fauna.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers should wear gloves and sturdy footwear\, safety glasses and long trousers recommended. Bring waterproofs\, sunscreen and insect repellent as appropriate and bring your own water/refreshments. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/conservation-task-29/ CATEGORIES:Tasks,Volunteering END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260103T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260103T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20251102T154559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T154756Z UID:8063-1767434400-1767441600@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven DESCRIPTION:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven \n\n\n\nThis is a drop in birding session open to everyone. It is held on 1st Saturday of every month\, from 10 am – 12 noon\, at Keyhaven Bird Observatory. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocal bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions.\n\n\n\nScopes and binoculars are available to use. \n\n\n\nEveryone welcome\, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of venue here \n\n\n\nYou may also like to Drop In at Sturt pond on 3rd Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/drop-in-birding-session-at-keyhaven-27/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Drop In Birding Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251220T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251220T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250201T164927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T164928Z UID:7755-1766224800-1766232000@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Sturt Pond DESCRIPTION:This is a drop in birding session open to everyone. It is held on 3rd Saturday of every month\, from 10 am – 12 noon\, at Sturt Pond Bird Hide. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocal bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions. \n\n\n\nScopes and binoculars are available to use.\n\n\n\nEveryone welcome\, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of venue here \n\n\n\nYou may also like to Drop In at Keyhaven Observatory on 1st Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/drop-in-birding-session-at-sturt-pond-26/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Drop In Birding Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251210T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251210T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250718T113934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251206T172756Z UID:7887-1765360800-1765371600@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: Milford Bridge (High Street/Park Lane) \n\n\n\nTask: Tidying pathways in Pleasure Grounds \n\n\n\nThe focus will be on some of the tasks noted during a walkover in October. We will be working our way through the Pleasure Grounds removing any sapling sycamore\, willow\, bay or rhododendron encountered near the path. We will also check and clean out any nest boxes and also note locations requiring drainage maintenance\, and new/additional timber shuttering in the spring/summer. Please as always wear appropriate footwear\, it may be wet and slippery in places\, and protective gloves. If you have your own pair of secateurs you can bring along that would be useful. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery effort will be made to keep to this date\, but changes can occur due to weather\, logistics\, to suit other involved parties or to avoid conflicting events. Generally an email will be sent to volunteers a week in advance with location and details of the task. It is possible that additional sessions will be added \, including at weekends if there is time critical\, or backlog of tasks to complete. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form. \n\n\n\nTasks are generally planned with the parish council\, and wherever possible have a conservation theme. Most tasks are conservation management or maintenance and vary from lighter clearance work e.g. footpaths\, bramble\, rhododendron and hazel coppice\, to heavier work like drainage\, revetment or footpaths. Occasionally we do get opportunities to enhance or even create habitat for flora and fauna.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers should wear gloves and sturdy footwear\, safety glasses and long trousers recommended. Bring waterproofs\, sunscreen and insect repellent as appropriate and bring your own water/refreshments. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/conservation-task-25/ CATEGORIES:Tasks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251210T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251210T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250914T161348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T050101Z UID:7931-1765360800-1765368000@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Sturt Pond Bird Hide \n\n\n\nLeader: Gill Watson \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOpen to everyone\, and new members are especially welcome. \n\n\n\nPlease wear clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather conditions. Bring water and sunscreen as required. \n\n\n\nNote Any changes to the walk details will be published here\, so check back here to confirm. We also try to send an email reminder to members shortly before the walk is due to take place. \n\n\n\nEither fill in the form so that we know to expect you\, or just turn up on the day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Name *FirstLastEmail *Contact numberComment or Message *Send URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/nature-walk-32/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251206T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250201T172056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T172059Z UID:7776-1765015200-1765022400@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven DESCRIPTION:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven \n\n\n\nThis is a drop in birding session open to everyone. It is held on 1st Saturday of every month\, from 10 am – 12 noon\, at Keyhaven Bird Observatory. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocal bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions.\n\n\n\nScopes and binoculars are available to use. \n\n\n\nEveryone welcome\, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of venue here \n\n\n\nYou may also like to Drop In at Sturt pond on 3rd Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/drop-in-birding-session-at-keyhaven-15/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Drop In Birding Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251118T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251118T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250718T113939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T230422Z UID:7886-1763460000-1763470800@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: The cul-de-sac end of Grebe Close \n\n\n\nTask: Foot path renovation \n\n\n\nWe have agreed with the PC to complete laying scalpings to complete a weatherproof footpath connection between Sturt Pond Close and Grebe Close. The scalpings will be delivered to the cul-de-sac end of Grebe Close next to the path\, which will also be our meeting point. No other tasks are proposed for this session.  We will meet around 10 am as normal. Please do not forget to bring protective gloves and suitable footwear. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery effort will be made to keep to this date\, but changes can occur due to weather\, logistics\, to suit other involved parties or to avoid conflicting events. Generally an email will be sent to volunteers a week in advance with location and details of the task. It is possible that additional sessions will be added \, including at weekends if there is time critical\, or backlog of tasks to complete. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form. \n\n\n\nTasks are generally planned with the parish council\, and wherever possible have a conservation theme. Most tasks are conservation management or maintenance and vary from lighter clearance work e.g. footpaths\, bramble\, rhododendron and hazel coppice\, to heavier work like drainage\, revetment or footpaths. Occasionally we do get opportunities to enhance or even create habitat for flora and fauna.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers should wear gloves and sturdy footwear\, safety glasses and long trousers recommended. Bring waterproofs\, sunscreen and insect repellent as appropriate and bring your own water/refreshments. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/conservation-task-26/ CATEGORIES:Tasks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251117T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251117T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250914T161351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T045922Z UID:7930-1763373600-1763380800@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point:  Keyhaven Observatory \n\n\n\nLeader: Gill Watson \n\n\n\nOpen to everyone\, and new members are especially welcome. \n\n\n\nPlease wear clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather conditions. Bring water and sunscreen as required. \n\n\n\nNote Any changes to the walk details will be published here\, so check back here to confirm. We also try to send an email reminder to members shortly before the walk is due to take place. \n\n\n\nEither fill in the form so that we know to expect you\, or just turn up on the day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Name *FirstLastEmail *Contact numberComment or Message *Send URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/nature-walk-33/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251115T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251115T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250201T164924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T164925Z UID:7754-1763200800-1763208000@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Sturt Pond DESCRIPTION:This is a drop in birding session open to everyone. It is held on 3rd Saturday of every month\, from 10 am – 12 noon\, at Sturt Pond Bird Hide. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocal bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions. \n\n\n\nScopes and binoculars are available to use.\n\n\n\nEveryone welcome\, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of venue here \n\n\n\nYou may also like to Drop In at Keyhaven Observatory on 1st Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/drop-in-birding-session-at-sturt-pond-25/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Drop In Birding Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251101T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251101T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250201T172058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T172100Z UID:7775-1761991200-1761998400@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven DESCRIPTION:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven \n\n\n\nThis is a drop in birding session open to everyone. It is held on 1st Saturday of every month\, from 10 am – 12 noon\, at Keyhaven Bird Observatory. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocal bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions.\n\n\n\nScopes and binoculars are available to use. \n\n\n\nEveryone welcome\, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails of venue here \n\n\n\nYou may also like to Drop In at Sturt pond on 3rd Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/drop-in-birding-session-at-keyhaven-16/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Drop In Birding Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251029T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251029T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250718T113943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T121638Z UID:7885-1761732000-1761742800@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: Community Meadow \n\n\n\nTask: To undertake tasks focussed on maintenance and the longer term management of the meadow. \n\n\n\nThe tasks will include\, \n\n\n\n\nConstruction of a three section compost bin from timber pallets\,\n\n\n\nPlanting two commemorative trees\, if available. If they are not\, I am hoping we will be able to dig the ground for tree pits where they are intended to be located.\n\n\n\nHedgerow trimming and shaping\, and\n\n\n\nPositioning logs no longer required in the MCV log store as stools under the meadow holm oaks.\n\n\n\n\nWe will meet as normal at around 10.00 am at the Community Meadow which can be accessed from the churchyard or the end of Knowland Drive/Dacres Walk. The weather forecast for Wednesday is for possible light showers\, so the ground may be wet and possibly slippery underfoot\, so appropriate footwear should be worn. Protective gloves and a drink are also recommended. \n\n\n\nI look forward to seeing volunteers on Wednesday. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery effort will be made to keep to this date\, but changes can occur due to weather\, logistics\, to suit other involved parties or to avoid conflicting events. Generally an email will be sent to volunteers a week in advance with location and details of the task. It is possible that additional sessions will be added \, including at weekends if there is time critical\, or backlog of tasks to complete. \n\n\n\nIf you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form. \n\n\n\nTasks are generally planned with the parish council\, and wherever possible have a conservation theme. Most tasks are conservation management or maintenance and vary from lighter clearance work e.g. footpaths\, bramble\, rhododendron and hazel coppice\, to heavier work like drainage\, revetment or footpaths. Occasionally we do get opportunities to enhance or even create habitat for flora and fauna.  \n\n\n\nVolunteers should wear gloves and sturdy footwear\, safety glasses and long trousers recommended. Bring waterproofs\, sunscreen and insect repellent as appropriate and bring your own water/refreshments. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Add to calendar \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Google Calendar \n \n \n \n iCalendar \n \n \n \n Outlook 365 \n \n \n \n Outlook Live URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/conservation-task-27/ CATEGORIES:Tasks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T161014 CREATED:20250914T161354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T045731Z UID:7929-1761040800-1761048000@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Downton Lakes \n\n\n\nLeader: Gill Watson \n\n\n\nOpen to everyone\, and new members are especially welcome. \n\n\n\nPlease wear clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather conditions. Bring water and sunscreen as required. \n\n\n\nNote Any changes to the walk details will be published here\, so check back here to confirm. We also try to send an email reminder to members shortly before the walk is due to take place. \n\n\n\nEither fill in the form so that we know to expect you\, or just turn up on the day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Name *FirstLastEmail *Contact numberComment or Message *Send URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/nature-walk-34/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR