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:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240324T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240324T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20240221T192524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T123210Z UID:7067-1711274400-1711281600@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Downton Lakes\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet at the gate in Shorefield Road (turn left at the end of Blackbush Road) where there is limited parking. \n\n\n\nLeader: David Horne \n\n\n\nThis event is open to anyone\, and if you enjoy it you may want to think of becoming a member. \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 below so that we know to expect you\, or just turn up on the day. \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-11/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240316T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240316T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231205T144011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T144909Z UID:6925-1710583200-1710590400@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-6/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240314T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240314T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231006T161443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T195953Z UID:6685-1710410400-1710421200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: MEG bridge. \n\n\n\nTask: \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nAt 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. \n\n\n\nThe 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. \n\n\n\nProtective 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. \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-10/ CATEGORIES:Tasks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240304T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240304T103000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231029T151758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T151800Z UID:6838-1709542800-1709548200@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. 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\nPlease 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 \n\n\n\n\n\nYouth Birding Trip\n\n\n\nCreeks and Saltmarsh URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/creeks-saltmarsh-boat-trip-4/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Boat Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240302T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240302T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231206T142948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T142950Z UID:6961-1709373600-1709380800@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-5/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240228T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240228T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20240222T121959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T122716Z UID:7095-1709114400-1709121600@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Keyhaven Coastal Path\n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting Point: Keyhaven Bird Observatory \n\n\n\nLeader: Andy and Julie Hallows \n\n\n\nWe 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. \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\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-13/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240227T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240227T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231006T161916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T105457Z UID:6682-1709028000-1709037000@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION: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\n\n\n\nOrganiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: MEG bridge \n\n\n\nTask:   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. \n\n\n\nPlease bring protective gloves and fluids. For this session I would recommend wellington boots as the most appropriate 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-16/ CATEGORIES:butterflies,Flora,Tasks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240217T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240217T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231205T143743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T145015Z UID:6922-1708164000-1708171200@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-5/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240215T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240215T103000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20230628T131749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T151419Z UID:6443-1707987600-1707993000@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Creeks & Saltmarsh Boat Trip DESCRIPTION:This is the reschedule date for the October 20th trip which was cancelled due to bad weather \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\nPlease 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 \n\n\n\n\n\nYouth Birding Trip\n\n\n\nCreeks and Saltmarsh URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/creeks-saltmarsh-boat-trip/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Boat Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240203T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240203T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231206T142944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T142946Z UID:6960-1706954400-1706961600@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-4/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240203T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240203T103000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231029T142527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T151235Z UID:6805-1706950800-1706956200@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. 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 *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 \n\n\n\n\n\nYouth Birding Trip\n\n\n\nCreeks and Saltmarsh URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/creeks-saltmarsh-boat-trip-2/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Boat Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240120T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240120T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231205T143308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T145011Z UID:6916-1705744800-1705752000@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-4/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240117T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240117T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231006T161718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T162916Z UID:6680-1705483800-1705494600@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point:  Sharvells Road to access Upper Pleasure Grounds by Gate 18 \n\n\n\nTask: 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. \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-13/ CATEGORIES:Flora,Tasks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240106T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240106T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231206T142920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T142923Z UID:6959-1704535200-1704542400@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-3/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240104T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240104T103000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231029T150820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T150823Z UID:6829-1704358800-1704364200@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. 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 *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 \n\n\n\n\n\nYouth Birding Trip\n\n\n\nCreeks and Saltmarsh URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/creeks-saltmarsh-boat-trip-3/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Boat Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231228T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231228T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231019T170221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T171931Z UID:6768-1703757600-1703764800@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Lower Pleasure Grounds \n\n\n\n\n\nMeeting place: Old Bridge\, opposite Lucerne Road\n\n\n\nLeader: David Horne \n\n\n\nThis event is open to anyone\, and if you enjoy it you may want to think of becoming a member. \n\n\n\nEither fill in the form below so that we know to expect you\, or just turn up on the day. \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-10/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231216T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231216T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20230826T232406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T144825Z UID:6647-1702720800-1702728000@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-3/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231213T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231213T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231006T161747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T121455Z UID:6678-1702459800-1702470600@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM DECEMBER 12TH DUE TO AVAILABILITY OF PARISH COUNCIL STAFF\n\n\n\nOrganiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point: Community Orchard \n\n\n\nTask: Cutting the perimeter hedge and clearance within the orchard. \n\n\n\nAny questions contact Adrian directly or via our contact form. \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-14/ CATEGORIES:Tasks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231204T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231204T103000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20230628T134120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T150617Z UID:6462-1701680400-1701685800@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. 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\nPlease 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 \n\n\n\n\n\nYouth Birding Trip\n\n\n\nCreeks and Saltmarsh URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/6462/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Boat Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231202T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231202T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20230826T230851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163027Z UID:6630-1701511200-1701518400@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven DESCRIPTION: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. \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\nDrop in at Sturt pond on 3rd Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/6630/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231124T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231124T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20230123T171851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163043Z UID:5671-1700820000-1700827200@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\nThis is event is for members and their guests only unless agreed with organiser. \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-3/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231120T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231120T103000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20230628T133859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T151951Z UID:6460-1700470800-1700476200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Creeks & Saltmarsh Boat Trip DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT \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\nTicket 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 \n\n\n\n\n\nYouth Birding Trip\n\n\n\nCreeks and Saltmarsh URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/6460/ CATEGORIES:Birds,Boat Trips END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231118T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231118T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20230826T231201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163057Z UID:6633-1700301600-1700308800@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\nDrop in at Keyhaven Observatory on 1st Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/drop-in-birding-session-at-sturt-pond/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231107T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231107T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231006T114439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T163111Z UID:6659-1699349400-1699360200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION:Organiser: Adrian Palmer \n\n\n\nMeeting Point:  At gate between meadow and Studland Common. Entrance to meadow by Pless Road (Gate 12) opposite Westminster Road. \n\n\n\nTask: Scrub clearance maintenance to areas north/south of footpath from meadow gate to Pleasure Grounds. Tree planting in the Community Orchard. \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-9/ CATEGORIES:Tasks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231106T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231106T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231019T165649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231021T070401Z UID:6761-1699264800-1699272000@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Nature Walk DESCRIPTION:Downton Lakes\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet at the gate in Shorefield Road (turn left at the end of Blackbush Road) where there is limited parking. \n\n\n\nLeader: David Horne \n\n\n\nThis event is open to anyone\, and if you enjoy it you may want to think of becoming a member. \n\n\n\nEither fill in the form below so that we know to expect you\, or just turn up on the day. \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-9/ CATEGORIES:Walks END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231104T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231104T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20230826T230553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230826T231619Z UID:6627-1699092000-1699099200@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven DESCRIPTION: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. \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\nDrop in at Sturt pond on 3rd Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/6627/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231021T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231021T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20230826T232205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230826T232206Z UID:6644-1697882400-1697889600@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-2/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231020T190000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231020T210000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20231018T123021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231020T103013Z UID:6756-1697828400-1697835600@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:RSPB: Beach Nesting Bird Project DESCRIPTION:At The Bridge – Milford Community Centre \n\n\n\nMCV and Wings are jointly hosting a presentation from RSPB about sea birds and waders in the Hurst area. \n\n\n \n \n \n Powered By EmbedPress URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/rspb-beach-nesting-bird-project/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231007T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231007T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20230826T230239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230826T230320Z UID:6623-1696672800-1696680000@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Drop in Birding Session at Keyhaven DESCRIPTION: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. \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\nDrop in at Sturt pond on 3rd Saturday of the month. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/drop-in-birding-session-at-keyhaven-2/ CATEGORIES:Birds END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230927T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230927T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T153054 CREATED:20230603T150719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230603T150720Z UID:6221-1695807000-1695817800@milfordconservation.org SUMMARY:Conservation Task DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nTasks 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. \n\n\n\nVolunteers 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. URL:https://milfordconservation.org/event/conservation-task-8/ CATEGORIES:Tasks END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR