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SUMMARY:Mid-week Morning Walk: Dungeness
DESCRIPTION:Walk Leader : Phil Poole \nWe will start the walk from the Car Park at the ARC pits (opposite entrance to RSPB Dungeness reserve). After visiting the Hanson Hide overlooking the ARC pits dependent upon weather conditions we may visit the fishing boats near Dungeness Lighthouse for a a brief sea-watch\, before  proceeding to the RSPB Dungeness Visitor Centre to view Burrows Pit and walk around the Reserve. There will be a lunch-time stop about 12.30pm\, with the option of further birding around the Reserve until about 3.30pm. A wide variety of birds should be found during the day\, including resident and over-wintering sea-birds\, waders\, wildfowl\, herons\, raptors and passerines.
URL:https://sbbot.org.uk/event/mid-week-morning-walk-dungeness/
LOCATION:ARC Carpark
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251203T160000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Wreath Workshop 1
DESCRIPTION:Join us at either 2pm or 7pm and discover how to create colourful decorations using sustainably sourced materials from our nature reserves\, beautifully adorned with locally sourced foliage and compostable decorations. \nNo need to bring a thing (unless you’d like to) – we’ll provide everything you need to craft your own unique wreath. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner\, you’re in for a joyful\, relaxing\, and festive experience. \nWhat’s included:\n\nAll materials – lush greenery\, decorative ribbons\, and festive embellishments\nFriendly guidance from our staff and volunteers\nA warm\, welcoming atmosphere to spark your creativity\nComplimentary tea\, coffee\, seasonal drinks\, and a mince pie\nYour very own gorgeous handmade wreath to take home\n\nAll you need to bring is yourself and your holiday spirit – and leave with a beautiful creation to brighten your home this Christmas!\nBy taking part in our Christmas Wreath Workshops at Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory\, you’re not only enjoying a festive and creative experience – you’re also helping to support our vital charitable work.\nEvery workshop contributes directly to our efforts in recording and conserving the habitats and wildlife of Sandwich Bay and beyond\, ensuring these special places and the species that depend on them can thrive for years to come.\n \nBuy tickets from Ticket Tailor
URL:https://sbbot.org.uk/event/christmas-wreath-workshop-1/
LOCATION:Field Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251203T210000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Wreath Workshop 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us at either 2pm or 7pm and discover how to create colourful decorations using sustainably sourced materials from our nature reserves\, beautifully adorned with locally sourced foliage and compostable decorations. \nNo need to bring a thing (unless you’d like to) – we’ll provide everything you need to craft your own unique wreath. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a complete beginner\, you’re in for a joyful\, relaxing\, and festive experience. \nWhat’s included:\n\nAll materials – lush greenery\, decorative ribbons\, and festive embellishments\nFriendly guidance from our staff and volunteers\nA warm\, welcoming atmosphere to spark your creativity\nComplimentary tea\, coffee\, seasonal drinks\, and a mince pie\nYour very own gorgeous handmade wreath to take home\n\nAll you need to bring is yourself and your holiday spirit – and leave with a beautiful creation to brighten your home this Christmas!\nBy taking part in our Christmas Wreath Workshops at Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory\, you’re not only enjoying a festive and creative experience – you’re also helping to support our vital charitable work.\nEvery workshop contributes directly to our efforts in recording and conserving the habitats and wildlife of Sandwich Bay and beyond\, ensuring these special places and the species that depend on them can thrive for years to come.\n \nBuy tickets from Ticket Tailor
URL:https://sbbot.org.uk/event/christmas-wreath-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Field Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T205347
CREATED:20250713T183006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250713T183205Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom Course - Wonders of Bird Migration
DESCRIPTION:Zoom Course - Wonders of Bird Migration - written and presented by John Buckingham\nFee £40 per person for the course (nine elements) - each session is presented live but also recorded and sent automatically to everyone\, if you miss the live session.
URL:https://sbbot.org.uk/event/zoom-course-wonders-of-bird-migration-7/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T205347
CREATED:20250901T132448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T132448Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Lecture - Mediterranean Wild Flowers
DESCRIPTION:4th December - Mediterranean wild flowers by Sue Buckingham  \n£5 per person including a hot drink and a biscuit - payable at the door on the night.
URL:https://sbbot.org.uk/event/thursday-lecture-mediterranean-wild-flowers/
LOCATION:Lecture Hall
ORGANIZER;CN="Ian Searle":MAILTO:searleian@aol.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251207T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251207T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T205347
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SUMMARY:Sunday Walk
DESCRIPTION:Meet at the field centre
URL:https://sbbot.org.uk/event/sunday-walk-3/
LOCATION:Field Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251207T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251207T143000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Fayre & Raffle Draw
DESCRIPTION:As part of SBBOT's Christmas Fayre\, we are hosting a Children's Christmas Lego Decoration Workshop on Sunday 7th December\, with workshops at 10am\, 11.30am and 1pm. £7.50 per child to include a festive Lego decoration to take home. \n \nA hoot for all\, we will provide all the materials needed to create your own special\, festive Robin decoration out of bricks! On completion of your decoration\, you will be provided with a Garden Birds Spotters Guide to take home and you are more than willing to borrow a pair of our binoculars and explore our reserve.\n\nThis workshop is part of the Observatory’s Christmas Fayre\, where you can treat yourself to hot seasonal beverages of your choice along with festive sweet treats\, as well as stocking up on some gifts! Booking HERE\n\nThe winners of the Xmas Raffle to be drawn at the Christmas Fayre at 2.30pm
URL:https://sbbot.org.uk/event/christmas-raffle-draw/
LOCATION:Field Centre
ORGANIZER;CN="Sally Hunter":MAILTO:sally.hunter@sbbot.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251211T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T205347
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SUMMARY:Thursday Lecture - Sharing thin air: birds\, herds & people of western Nepal
DESCRIPTION:11th December - Sharing thin air: birds\, herds\, and people of Dhaulagiri Himalayas of western Nepal by Joy Stephens  \nJoy lived in Nepal for 20 years\, working in community development. The Dhaulagiri Himalayas are a stunning mountain range yet one of the least touristed and developed areas - home to the elusive snow leopard\, red panda and a variety of high-altitude birds. The talk will focus on the people who live in these mountains as well as the natural environment in which they live – including birds\, of course! \n£5 per person including a hot drink and a biscuit - payable at the door on the night.
URL:https://sbbot.org.uk/event/thursday-lecture-sharing-thin-air-birds-herds-people-of-western-nepal/
LOCATION:Lecture Hall
ORGANIZER;CN="Ian Searle":MAILTO:searleian@aol.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251215
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SUMMARY:In Focus
DESCRIPTION:In Focus Optics Demos
URL:https://sbbot.org.uk/event/in-focus-5/
LOCATION:Field Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251217T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251217T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T205347
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SUMMARY:Mid-week Afternoon Walk: Grove Ferry
DESCRIPTION:Walk Leader Phil Poole \nAn afternoon walk starting from the Grove Ferry end of Stodmarsh NNR we will walk past the Ramp and onwards towards Marsh Hide\, before returning in the opposite direction. Our aim will be to see wintering wildfowl\, and then Marsh and Hen Harriers as they come in to roost in the reedbeds and Woodcock as at dusk they come out of roost to feed overnight on the meadows.
URL:https://sbbot.org.uk/event/mid-week-afternoon-walk-grove-ferry/
LOCATION:Grove Ferry Carpark
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251218T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T205347
CREATED:20251112T160551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T160551Z
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SUMMARY:Home Ed Group Xmas Wreaths
DESCRIPTION:Home Ed group will meet at 10am as we create a stunning festive wreath using sustainably sourced materials from our nature reserves and decorate with locally sourced natural foliage and food to entice wildlife into your garden this winter. We will provide all the materials and tools needed to create your wreath\, as well a variety of decorative accessories. Our staff and volunteers will be on hand throughout to provide support or inspiration. You are welcome to bring along any of your own tools or materials if you wish.\nWeather depending\, we will exploring our reserve for winter wildlife and be taking part in some festive fun!\n\nTickets are £5 per child\, Book Tickets HERE
URL:https://sbbot.org.uk/event/home-ed-group-xmas-wreaths/
LOCATION:Field Centre
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251218T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251218T210000
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SUMMARY:Thursday Lecture - A look back at 2025 at SBBOT
DESCRIPTION:18th December - A look back through 2025 at SBBOT by Steffan and Jonny \nOur warden Steffan\, will be giving us an illustrated update on the past year at Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory. Steffan will take us through the year with photographs and commentary of the many birds\, dragonflies\, flowers and reptiles that occurred. \nIt will be a great look back for all of us\, but for new members it will provide and an excellent introduction into what to look out for and when during 2026.
URL:https://sbbot.org.uk/event/thursday-lecture-a-look-back-at-2025-at-sbbot/
LOCATION:Lecture Hall
ORGANIZER;CN="Ian Searle":MAILTO:searleian@aol.com
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