BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Milford Conservation Volunteers - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Milford Conservation Volunteers 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:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240615T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240615T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20231205T145122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T145412Z UID:6939-1718445600-1718452800@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-8/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240618T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240618T090000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20231006T161611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T162609Z UID:6701-1718701200-1718701200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: to be advised \n\n\n\nTask: to be advised \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-11/ CATEGORIES:Tasks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240626T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240626T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20240223T153456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T183231Z UID:7123-1719396000-1719403200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Sturt Pond Bird Hide \n\n\n\nLeader: Keith Metcalf \n\n\n\nThe walk will be from the Hide to the Keyhaven Observatory along the coast taking in: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nnorth end of Sturt Pond LNR\n\n\n\nthe first part of the Spit along The Cut to second bridge (i.e. bridge to bridge)\n\n\n\nalong Saltgrass Lane viewing the farmland (north) and Mount Lake (south)\n\n\n\nalong the sea wall above Saltgrass Marsh and overlooking Keyhaven River area\n\n\n\nto Keyhaven Harbour\, finishing at\n\n\n\nthe bird Observatory.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHe will then do a return trip along the same route in reverse and hope to complete the walk back to Sturt Pond by about noon or soon after. \n\n\n\nDon’t forget your binoculars if you have them\, as you never know what might turn up! \n\n\n\nNew members are especially welcome. \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-14/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240706T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240706T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20231206T143012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T143013Z UID:6965-1720260000-1720267200@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-9/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240717T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240717T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20240221T133123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T113019Z UID:7069-1721212200-1721219400@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Butterflies on Studland Common\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Point: Gate 12 Pless Road\, opposite Westminster Road \n\n\n\nLeader: Tani Read \n\n\n\nTani is responsible for the butterfly transect at Studland Common that feeds into the Butterfly Conservation records. She will be recording butterflies along the way so if the weather conditions are not right\, it will be postponed. \n\n\n\nEvery one welcome especially new members. \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-15/ CATEGORIES:butterflies,Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240720T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240720T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20231205T145648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T145650Z UID:6945-1721469600-1721476800@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-9/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240803T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240803T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20231206T143014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T143016Z UID:6966-1722679200-1722686400@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-10/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240817T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240817T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20231205T145900Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T145902Z UID:6947-1723888800-1723896000@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-10/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240828T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240828T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20240826T151910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T132801Z UID:7360-1724839200-1724848200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Meeting Point: Hordle Cliff car park by kiosk \n\n\n\nLeader: David Horne \n\n\n\nDon’t forget your binoculars if you have them\, as you never know what might turn up! \n\n\n\nOpen to anyone\, new members are especially welcome. \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\nEvent RegistrationPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Name *FirstLastEmail *Contact numberComment or Message *Send URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/nature-walk-16/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240907T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240907T220000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20231206T143030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T143105Z UID:6967-1725703200-1725746400@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-11/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240912T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240912T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20240912T055951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T060209Z UID:7393-1726135200-1726144200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: Footpath just upstream from Milford Bridge opposite the avenue of bamboo. \n\n\n\nTask: Clear invasive bamboo on the banks of the Danestream \n\n\n\nIf there are any volunteers who did not respond to email\, but can attend this task we are meeting at 10am on the footpath just upstream from Milford Bridge opposite the avenue of bamboo. Please bring a smile as you enjoy two hours in late summer sunshine\, protective gloves and footwear and of course fluids \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-17/ CATEGORIES:Tasks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240921T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240921T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20231205T150712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T150715Z UID:6949-1726912800-1726920000@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-11/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240925T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240925T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20240920T133351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T083442Z UID:7430-1727258400-1727265600@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Cancelled due to bad weather \n\n\n\n\n\nHordle Cliff \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: Hordle Cliff car park by Kiosk \n\n\n\nLeader: Gill Watson \n\n\n\nDon’t forget your binoculars if you have them\, as you never know what might turn up! \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-17/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240930T124500 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240930T163000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20240920T134919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T170139Z UID:7434-1727700300-1727713800@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Beaulieu Boat Trip DESCRIPTION:FULL\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Point: Details on registration \n\n\n\nLeader: Gill Palmer \n\n\n\nOn Monday 30th September\, I am organising a boat trip on the beautiful Beaulieu river to view some of the birds that are prevalent on the river bank as the tide falls\, maybe even there resident seals! \n\n\n\nThis trip will take place on my sailing boat (we will motor not sail up and down the river!!) and will be restricted to 8 people on a first come first served basis! We will look to arrange 2 cars from Milford as transport for those who sign up. \n\n\n\nAccess to the boat will be from a jetty via a step and a step fender. \n\n\n\nWe will leave Milford at 12.45pm and be back 4 to 4.30pm. \n\n\n\nPlease complete the attached form if you are interested and further details will then be sent to you. \n\n\n\nThe trip will be weather dependant! \n\n\n\nIf we are oversubscribed\, I will look to arrange another trip in the near future. \n\n\n\nGill \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent RegistrationPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Name *FirstLastEmail *Contact numberComment or Message *Send URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/beaulieu-boat-trip/ CATEGORIES:Boat Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241005T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241005T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122459 CREATED:20231206T143113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T143115Z UID:6968-1728122400-1728129600@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-14/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241010T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241010T103000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20240912T061459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T165709Z UID:7397-1728550800-1728556200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Creeks and Saltmarsh Boat Trip DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT \n\n\n\n\n\nThis 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. Booking requests can be made using the form below\, after which you will be contacted by the organiser for payment. \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 £15 Non-MCV Members £20 \n\n\n\nMore Details \n\n\n\n \n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Date *Thursday\, 10th October 2023 (trip 53)Frinday 22nd November 2023 (trip 54)Monday 9th December 2023 (trip 55)Number of Seats Seats are for: *MembersNon MembersMixed - please enter details in Message Box belowName *FirstLastEmail *Contact number *Comment or MessageSend \n\n\n\n\n\nYouth Birding Trip URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/creeks-and-saltmarsh-boat-trip-9/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Boat Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241019T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241019T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20231205T182648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T182651Z UID:6951-1729332000-1729339200@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-12/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241022T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241022T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20240920T135817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T164013Z UID:7441-1729591200-1729598400@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Keyhaven Coastal Path\n\n\n\nMeeting Point: Keyhaven Bird Observatory \n\n\n\nLeader: David Horne \n\n\n\nThe plan is to walk up the coastal path past fishtail lagoon and back down the ancient highway. \n\n\n\nDon’t forget your binoculars if you have them\, as you never know what might turn up! Please wear appropriate footwear for current weather conditions. \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 date. \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/7441/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241026T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241026T110000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20241016T165648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T165748Z UID:7618-1729936800-1729940400@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Great Coastal Bird Watch DESCRIPTION:Each year\, Bird Aware Solent organise a one-hour coastal birdwatch which anyone can join. \n\n\n\nI shall be organising an event on behalf of Wings on Saturday 26th October from 10am till 11am. \n\n\n\nSee attached poster for full details.   \n\n\n\nIf you would like to join me\, I shall bring down all the equipment needed to set up and to help with Bird ID to passers by. \n\n\n\nFeel free to invite family\, children\, grandchildren and friends to come down for an hour to Cut Bridge (or somewhere safe near there) where we can record what we see. \n\n\n\nIf you can let me know if you are likely to come\, that would be helpful so we bring sufficient equipment.  \n\n\n\nHope to see you there. \n\n\n\nKeith Metcalf URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/great-coastal-bird-watch/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241101T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241101T150000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20241016T170928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T171148Z UID:7621-1730466000-1730473200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Great Coastal Bird Watch DESCRIPTION:At Sturt Pond Bird Hide \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBird Aware Solent are organising a pop up event at the sturt pond bird hide. \n\n\n\nFor full details of this and other events see their website URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/great-coastal-bird-watch-2/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241102T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241102T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20231206T143038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T143115Z UID:6969-1730541600-1730548800@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-13/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241116T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241116T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20231205T182943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T183008Z UID:6953-1731751200-1731758400@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-13/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241122T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241122T103000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20240912T062611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T165751Z UID:7408-1732266000-1732271400@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Creeks and Saltmarsh Boat Trip DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT \n\n\n\n\n\nThis 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. Booking requests can be made using the form below\, after which you will be contacted by the organiser for payment. \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 £15 Non-MCV Members £20 \n\n\n\nMore Details \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Date *Thursday\, 10th October 2023 (trip 53)Frinday 22nd November 2023 (trip 54)Monday 9th December 2023 (trip 55)Number of Seats Seats are for: *MembersNon MembersMixed - please enter details in Message Box belowName *FirstLastEmail *Contact number *Comment or MessageSend \n\n\n\n\n\nYouth Birding Trip URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/creeks-and-saltmarsh-boat-trip-11/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Boat Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241128T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241128T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20240920T140205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240920T172635Z UID:7446-1732788000-1732795200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Sturt Pond Bird Hide to The Pans Observatory\n\n\n\nMeeting Point: Sturt Pond Bird Hide \n\n\n\nLeader: Keith Metcalf \n\n\n\nWrap up warm and bring your binoculars as you walk along the seawall from Milford to Keyhaven to see what birds are visiting. \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 date. \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-18/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241207T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241207T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20231206T143037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T143117Z UID:6970-1733565600-1733572800@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-12/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241209T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241209T103000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20240912T062605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T083341Z UID:7407-1733734800-1733740200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Creeks and Saltmarsh Boat Trip DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis 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. Booking requests can be made using the form below\, after which you will be contacted by the organiser for payment. \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 £15 Non-MCV Members £20 \n\n\n\nMore Details \n\n\n\n \n\n\nPlease enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Date *Thursday\, 10th October 2023 (trip 53)Frinday 22nd November 2023 (trip 54)Monday 9th December 2023 (trip 55)Number of Seats Seats are for: *MembersNon MembersMixed - please enter details in Message Box belowName *FirstLastEmail *Contact number *Comment or MessageSend \n\n\n\n\n\nYouth Birding Trip URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/creeks-and-saltmarsh-boat-trip-10/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Boat Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241217T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241217T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20241206T151949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T154851Z UID:7675-1734429600-1734440400@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: Keyhaven Bird Observatory \n\n\n\nTask: This session will focus on various maintenance tasks at the MCV Keyhaven observatory including repairs to decking\, cutting back hedges and relocating bird feeders with additional protection in an attempt to dissuade squirrels and rats from plundering the feed. \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-18/ CATEGORIES:Tasks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241221T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241221T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20231205T183136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T162834Z UID:6954-1734775200-1734782400@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-14/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250104T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250104T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20250201T172350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T172353Z UID:7765-1735984800-1735992000@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-25/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Drop In Birding Sessions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250116T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250116T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T122500 CREATED:20241206T152516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T183935Z UID:7680-1737021600-1737032400@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: Community Orchard \n\n\n\nTask: For this session we return to the Community Orchard where we will meet as normal at around 10am\, weather permitting. Tasks will include maintenance of the perimeter hedges of the existing orchard\, cutting back etc.\, as well as further works in the area prepared in October and November for extending the orchard\, prior to planting new trees next month. This will include more work to the hedging and levelling out some of the ‘mounds’ in that area. Again\, volunteers will be able participate at their own level of comfort. Please do not forget as always protective gloves\, suitable footwear and drinks \n\n\n\n \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-19/ CATEGORIES:Tasks END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR