EVENTS
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A variety of events is organised by DaNES throughout the year, and some by individual members – fieldwork, educational workshops, exhibitions, talks, trips etc. Do come and join in. They will be advertised here on the website alongside those run by other organisations which may be of interest - check Events list for updates.
Advice about Field Events
- Contact the organiser/leader beforehand - field events can be weather-dependent and subject to change.
- Wear suitable clothing and footwear.
- Remember to take things you may need - refreshments / sunblock / camera / notebook / torch for night events etc.
- DaNES usually takes its own equipment to field events, such as nets, moth traps, containers, field guides etc.
- All those taking part in a DaNES field event must read and follow the safety guidance in our risk assessment.
EVENTS 2025
Please note: Events may be subject to alteration or cancellation, particularly in the case of unsuitable weather or the organiser becoming unavailable. Potential attendees are advised to contact the organiser (where details are given), or Phil Gilbert on pgilb10221@aol.com or DaNES Facebook messaging for updated information. Some events may have restrictions on numbers attending, whilst others may not be suitable for children or dogs, so please check to avoid disappointment. Events not organised by DaNES may be subject to admission or car parking charges.
1st March - STAFFORDSHIRE INVERTEBRATE SHOW
DaNES will have an exhibition stand at this event
11th March - DaNES ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Including a talk on bumblebees presented by Dr Richard Comont of the Bumblebee Conservation Trust. Please contact Russell Nevin for further details on russell.nevin@sky.com
27th April - ALLESTREE PARK INVERTEBRATE SURVEY
Continuing the invertebrate surveys DaNES has been conducting for the golf course rewilding project. Search for bees (e.g. Andrena sp) and other invertebrates. We will use a variety of surveying techniques. Meet 11:00 in the main car park, signposted off the A6 Duffield Road, DE22 2EU. From the A6 carry on along driveway to the car park. Grid ref SK348407. Suitable for beginners. There are toilets at the Hall but no other facilities so bring refreshments as needed. For further details contact Felicity Jackson 07730 168889 or E: felicity.jackson.art@gmail.com
17th May - CALKE PARK (National Trust)
Beetle and other invertebrate survey. To include a possible moth trapping session. Meet 14:00 at the Car Park. For further details contact Alison Thornhill 07983 897137 or E: trowhill203@gmail.com
25th May - PLEASLEY PIT NATURE STUDY GROUP WILDLIFE DAY
10:00 to 16:00. DaNES will have an exhibition stand at this event run by Pleasley Pit Nature Study Group. Pleasley Pit Visitor Centre, Pit Lane, Off Chesterfield Road, Pleasley, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire NG19 7PH. For details see: Diary Dates – Pleasley Pit Nature Study Group website.
8th June - CRESWELL CRAGS
Invertebrate survey to include possible moth trapping. For further details contact Kieron Huston E: morelemurs@talktalk.net.
20th June - A PRIVATE FARM ON WETLAND NEAR SHIRLEY, ASHBOURNE
Invertebrate survey to include possible moth trapping. For further details contact Kieron Huston E: morelemurs@talktalk.net
29th June - COOMBS DALE
A day-time butterfly walk targeting local specialities including Dingy Skipper, Brown Argus and Dark-green Fritillary. This will be a moderate walk of around 3 miles with mild gradients. Meet 11:00am Stoney Middleton Football Field Car Park (Next to A632 at SK235750). For further details contact P. Gilbert (07988 148316) or E: pgilb10221@aol.com
DaNES SUMMER SHOW AT SHIPLEY COUNTRY PARK
EVENT & DATE TO BE CONFIRMED
Indoor displays and guided insect walks. Suitable for children.
25th July - ROSLISTON FORESTRY CENTRE - NIGHT WORLD
DaNES will be running one or two moth traps in the late evening to extend our understanding of the species present on this site. Contact: Neil Ward 07714 153424 or neilward4754@gmail.com.
27th August - WILDLIFE DAY AT RUSHCLIFFE COUNTRY PARK
10.00 - 15:00, organised by the Friends of Rushcliffe Country Park. Also moth trapping and bat walk on the evening of Tuesday 26th August.
November DaNES ANNUAL SHOW
Date and Venue to be confirmed
More activities and events will be planned over the coming months.
Check here regularly for updates.
To add an event here contact Russell Nevin by email - russell.nevin@sky.com
DaNES contact: R Nevin (sec) russell.nevin@sky.com
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