Milford Conservation Volunteers

Nature Walk
2024-03-24 10:00 - 12:00 UTC
Downton Lakes

Meet at the gate in Shorefield Road (turn left at the end of Blackbush Road) where there is limited parking.

Leader: David Horne

This event is open to anyone, and if you enjoy it you may want to think of becoming a member.

Note 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.

Either fill in the form below so that we know to expect you, or just turn up on the day.

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Drop in Birding Session at Sturt Pond
2024-03-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-02-17 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-12-16 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-10-21 10:00 - 12:00
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.

Local bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions.

Scopes and binoculars are available to use.

Everyone welcome, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?

Details of venue here

You may also like to Drop In at Keyhaven Observatory on 1st Saturday of the month.

Conservation Task
2024-03-14 10:00 - 13:00
Organiser: Adrian Palmer

Meeting Point: MEG bridge.

Task:

The March task session is almost upon us although unfortunately we have to change the day as Graham’s Parish Council team are not now available on the planned date. We have agreed that the revised date will be Thursday 14th March, meeting at around 10 am by the MEG bridge.

At our last session the three Davids, Ian and myself cut back a large area of invasive rhododendron in the Upper Pleasure Grounds. Many thanks again guys. As a lighter task next Thursday, there are still four or five much smaller rhododendrons that can be cut back in the Lower Pleasure grounds before they become too established. If there are one or two volunteers who are willing to take on this task, please let me know and we can make separate arrangements to meet.

The main task with the PC will be, weather permitting, to pick up the drainage maintenance and footpath repair task that was originally scheduled for February, particularly the area where the overtopping, which is fed by an active spring, has scoured the footpath.

Protective gloves are essential, along with fluids to drink and wellies remain the most appropriate footwear. It is always good to see new and regular faces on our task sessions so I hope that some of you will be able to join next week.

Every 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.

If you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form.

Tasks 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.

Volunteers 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.

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Creeks & Saltmarsh Boat Trip
2024-03-04 09:00 - 10:30, 2024-02-03 09:00 - 10:30, 2024-01-04 09:00 - 10:30, 2023-12-04 09:00 - 10:30
This is a boat trip around Keyhaven Creeks and Saltmarsh, led by bird expert, Keith Metcalf.

Space 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.

Meet at Keyhaven Hurst Castle Ferry Pontoon 5 minutes before departure.

Ticket Prices to cover costs only:

MCV Members £15 Non-MCV Members £20

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Creeks and Saltmarsh

Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven
2024-03-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-02-03 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-01-06 10:00 - 12:00
Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven

This 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.

Local bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions.

Scopes and binoculars are available to use.

Everyone welcome, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?

Details of venue here

You may also like to Drop In at Sturt pond on 3rd Saturday of the month.

Nature Walk
2024-02-28 10:00 - 12:00
Keyhaven Coastal Path

Meeting Point: Keyhaven Bird Observatory

Leader: Andy and Julie Hallows

We plan to walk up the coastal path past fishtail lagoon and back down the ancient highway. After the recent rain, wellies or waterproof footwear is recommended.

Don’t forget your binoculars if you have them, as you never know what might turn up!

Open to everyone, and new members are especially welcome.

Note 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.

Either fill in the form so that we know to expect you, or just turn up on the day.

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Conservation Task
2024-02-27 10:00 - 12:30
This task has been postponed from 22nd February and will now solely focus on rhododendron removal with other works planned with the Parish Council pushed back to March

Organiser: Adrian Palmer

Meeting Point: MEG bridge

Task: We are in the last month that we can undertake any significant cutting back/clearance and have identified isolated areas of invasive rhododendron in the Pleasure Grounds that it would be good to cut back/remove in line with the woodland management plan. We will not be able to tackle all of the areas identified this week, but we can return to this task at the end of the summer. In addition, there are a number of locations of surface water run-off over paths that either need maintenance of pipes or pipes installed to divert the flow. One particular location is near the MEG bridge where the flow across the footpath is fed by a spring and this is the first location that we will tackle. Therefore a mix of tasks available for volunteers who are able to participate.

Please bring protective gloves and fluids. For this session I would recommend wellington boots as the most appropriate footwear.

Every 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.

If you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form.

Tasks 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.

Volunteers 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.

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Creeks & Saltmarsh Boat Trip
2024-02-15 09:00 - 10:30
This is the reschedule date for the October 20th trip which was cancelled due to bad weather

This is a boat trip around Keyhaven Creeks and Saltmarsh, led by bird expert, Keith Metcalf.

Space 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.

Meet at Keyhaven Hurst Castle Ferry Pontoon 5 minutes before departure.

Ticket Prices to cover costs only:

MCV Members £15 Non-MCV Members £20

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Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Date *Monday 4th December 2023 (trip 48)Thursday, 4th January 2024 (trip 49)Saturday 4th February 2024 (trip 50)Monday 15th February 2024 (trip 51)Monday 4th March 2024 (trip 52)Number of Seats Seats are for: *MembersNon MembersMixed - please enter details in Message Box belowName *FirstLastEmail *Contact number *Comment or MessageSend

Youth Birding Trip

Creeks and Saltmarsh

Conservation Task
2024-01-17 09:30 - 12:30
Organiser: Adrian Palmer

Meeting Point: Sharvells Road to access Upper Pleasure Grounds by Gate 18

Task: Upper Pleasure Grounds On path from Gate 21 to Gate 18 (east side of Danes Stream), clear vegetation & felled branches of trees to create environment for broad-leaf helleborine previously seen in the area.

Every 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.

If you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form.

Tasks 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.

Volunteers 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.

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Nature Walk
2023-12-28 10:00 - 12:00
Lower Pleasure Grounds

Meeting place: Old Bridge, opposite Lucerne Road

Leader: David Horne

This event is open to anyone, and if you enjoy it you may want to think of becoming a member.

Either fill in the form below so that we know to expect you, or just turn up on the day.

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Conservation Task
2023-12-13 09:30 - 12:30
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM DECEMBER 12TH DUE TO AVAILABILITY OF PARISH COUNCIL STAFF

Organiser: Adrian Palmer

Meeting Point: Community Orchard

Task: Cutting the perimeter hedge and clearance within the orchard.

Any questions contact Adrian directly or via our contact form.

Every 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.

If you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form.

Tasks 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.

Volunteers 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.

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Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven
2023-12-02 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-11-04 10:00 - 12:00
This 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.

Local bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions.

Scopes and binoculars are available to use.

Everyone welcome, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?

Details of venue here

Drop in at Sturt pond on 3rd Saturday of the month.

Nature Walk
2023-11-24 10:00 - 12:00
Sturt Pond Bird Hide to The Pans Observatory

Meeting Point: Sturt Pond Bird Hide

Leader: Keith Metcalf

Wrap up warm and bring your binoculars as you walk along the seawall from Milford to Keyhaven to see what birds are visiting.

This is event is for members and their guests only unless agreed with organiser.

New members are especially welcome.

Either fill in the form so that we know to expect you, or just turn up on the day.

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Creeks & Saltmarsh Boat Trip
2023-11-20 09:00 - 10:30
SOLD OUT

This is a boat trip around Keyhaven Creeks and Saltmarsh, led by bird expert, Keith Metcalf.

Space 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.

Meet at Keyhaven Hurst Castle Ferry Pontoon 5 minutes before departure.

Ticket Prices to cover costs only:

MCV Members £15 Non-MCV Members £20

More Details

Ticket Reservation and Enquiries Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Event *Date *Friday, 20th October 2023 (trip 46)Monday 20th November 2023 (trip 47)Monday 4th December 2023 (trip 48)Number of Seats Seats are for: *MembersNon MembersMixed - please enter details in Message Box belowName *FirstLastEmail *Contact number *Comment or MessageSend

Youth Birding Trip

Creeks and Saltmarsh

Drop in Birding Session at Sturt Pond
2023-11-18 10:00 - 12:00
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.

Local bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions.

Scopes and binoculars are available to use.

Everyone welcome, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?

Details of venue here

Drop in at Keyhaven Observatory on 1st Saturday of the month.

Conservation Task
2023-11-07 09:30 - 12:30
Organiser: Adrian Palmer

Meeting Point: At gate between meadow and Studland Common. Entrance to meadow by Pless Road (Gate 12) opposite Westminster Road.

Task: Scrub clearance maintenance to areas north/south of footpath from meadow gate to Pleasure Grounds. Tree planting in the Community Orchard.

Every 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.

If you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form.

Tasks 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.

Volunteers 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.

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Nature Walk
2023-11-06 10:00 - 12:00
Downton Lakes

Meet at the gate in Shorefield Road (turn left at the end of Blackbush Road) where there is limited parking.

Leader: David Horne

This event is open to anyone, and if you enjoy it you may want to think of becoming a member.

Either fill in the form below so that we know to expect you, or just turn up on the day.

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RSPB: Beach Nesting Bird Project
2023-10-20 19:00 - 21:00
At The Bridge – Milford Community Centre

MCV and Wings are jointly hosting a presentation from RSPB about sea birds and waders in the Hurst area.

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Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven
2023-10-07 10:00 - 12:00
This is a drop in birding session open to everyone. They are held on 1st Saturday of every month, from 10 am – 12 noon, at Keyhaven Bird Observatory.

Local bird experts are available to help identify birds and answer questions.

Scopes and binoculars are available to use.

Everyone welcome, so why not come along and see what’s happening today?

Details of venue here

Drop in at Sturt pond on 3rd Saturday of the month.

Conservation Task
2023-09-27 09:30 - 12:30
Details of this event are sent to everyone on the volunteer task list. If you would like to join the list please fill in our contact form.

Tasks are planned with the parish council, and vary from lighter clearance work e.g. footpaths, bramble, rhododendron and hazel coppice, to heavier work like drainage, revetment or footpaths.

Volunteers should wear gloves and sturdy footwear, safety glasses and long trousers recommended. With summer coming along sunscreen and insect repellent if you need it and bring your own water/refreshments.
