Founded 1889 – Affiliated to Yorkshire Naturalists' Union

Jan
23
Tue
The life of a seabird researcher @ Scarborough Rugby Club
Jan 23 @ 19:30 – 21:00

Amy King will be giving a talk on the life of a seabird researcher.

Feb
10
Sat
Ravenscar Tunnel bat hibernation check.
Feb 10 @ 10:30 – 13:00

We will be doing a bat hibernation check at Ravenscar tunnel. It is a 10.30am meet at the National Trust Office NZ 980 016. Please email Nick Gibbons (nicholas.gibbons123@btinternet.com) to advise if you are going to attend

For people attending these underground events, hard hats, wellingtons, warm coat, or overalls, gloves, torch with spare batteries are essential, some food and warm drink recommended.  Please ensure that you clean your hands before eating and drinking after visiting the underground sites (Hand wipes & cleaner are carried in First Aid Rucksacks).

 

Feb
13
Tue
The Curious life of Walter Gyngell @ Scarborough Rugby Club
Feb 13 @ 19:30 – 21:00

Jim Middleton will give a talk on the lift of Walter Gyngell

Mar
12
Tue
Staithes to Flamborough @ Scarborough Rugby Club
Mar 12 @ 19:30 – 21:00

A talk by Stuart Swan – Staithes to Flamborough – 100 million years of Yorkshire Wildlife

Apr
3
Wed
Raincliffe Woods walk
Apr 3 @ 18:00 – 21:00

The Nats are helping with a walk in Raincliffe woods. We will be doing a walk looking at any wildife we can find from 1800hrs until dusk after which those that are interested in seeing what bats are about can stay on. Please book through the Raincliffe Woods Community Enterprise web site if you are interested.

Apr
7
Sun
Filey Brigg geology visit
Apr 7 @ 10:00 – 12:30

Following his talk, Stuart Swann will kindly lead a field trip to look at the geology of Filey Brigg. We will meet at coble landing Filey 7 April at 10 am (ending 12 to 12.30). There is a limit of 15 members so you need to book by texting or emailing Nick Gibbons.   As usual I will keep a list and will run a reserve list, if required, and so if you book and are unable to attend please ensure you let me know of the cancellation to enable someone else to attend. There are some details of what we will see in the attached document (FN Brigg walk.pages.)

Apr
9
Tue
Raincliffe Woods @ Scarborough Rugby Club
Apr 9 @ 19:30 – 21:00

A talk on the History, Wildlife and the Future of Raincliffe Woods by Society members Joan Childs and Brian Cockerill.

Apr
20
Sat
Wykeham and Broadhead bat box check
Apr 20 all-day

We will be checking the bat boxes at these locations and also at doing some box refurbishment at Broadhead. Bring a packed lunch and suitable footwear. We will be following similar guidelines as last year regarding the wearing of gloves and FFP3 masks. I will have these available for any East or North Yorkshire bat group members. Anyone who has recently had covid, or has been in contact with someone who has, must provide a negative test result. Please contact Nick Gibbons if you are interested in attending.

May
4
Sat
Raincliffe Woods walk
May 4 @ 11:00 – 12:30

The Nats are assisting with some walks in Raincliffe Woods. The time of this walk is yet to be finalised and maybe in the afternoon. Please book through the Raincliffe Woods Community Enterprise web site if you are interested.

May
5
Sun
Keldy bat box checks
May 5 @ 10:00 – 13:00

We will be checking the bat boxes at Keldy only and not doing Cropton until the autumn. Bring suitable footwear. We will be following similar guidelines as last year regarding the wearing of gloves and FFP3 masks. I will have these available for any East or North Yorkshire bat group members. Anyone who has recently had covid, or has been in contact with someone who has, must provide a negative test result. Please contact Nick Gibbons if you are interested in attending.