Founded 1889 – Affiliated to Yorkshire Naturalists' Union

May
17
Sat
YNU meeting Sleightholmedale – Vice County 62 excursion @ SE664890
May 17 @ 10:00 – May 18 @ 16:00

This is a two day meeting and is non-residential so members can come to either or both days. It is a chance to meet members from other groups. The format on the day depends on what people want but normally people splits into groups to survey a specific area or to look at specific taxa. Beginners and experts mix together as a learning experience. There is an optional meeting Sunday afternoon in a local village hall to discuss and collate the finds.

More details nearer the time.

May
31
Sat
Harwood Dale forest for fritillaries
May 31 @ 13:00 – 16:30

A trip down the Helwath Road track through the forest to look for Pearl bordered fritillaries and anything else we can find. Meet at the car park on the Helwath Road (SE953987) at 1.00pm.

Jun
7
Sat
Bempton Rserve
Jun 7 @ 09:00 – 13:00

A chance to get close up to some spectacular sea birds. An accessible walk for everyone. Meet at the RSPB centre at 09.00hrs when Keith Wimbush has offered to guide us round. We will try and car share where possible.

Jun
13
Fri
Nightjar survey evening plus Glowworms
Jun 13 @ 20:30 – 23:30

We will combine an evening of Nightjar surveying with a search for Glowworms. Meeting point to be sorted. Please let Nick Gibbons know if you are interested so we can sort out suitable locations and pairings.

Jun
21
Sat
Glowworms at Ellerburn bank
Jun 21 @ 20:30 – 23:30

A check on the Glowworms at the site and a chance to survey some nearby areas. Meet at the Dalby Lumbergills car park (SE852859). We will try and car share with those that have access passes so please let John Hume know if you are interested.

Jul
4
Fri
Nightjar survey and Glowworms
Jul 4 @ 20:30 – 23:30

We will combine an evening of Nightjar surveying with a search for Glowworms. Meeting point to be sorted. Please let Nick Gibbons know if you are interested so we can sort out suitable locations and pairings.

Jul
27
Sun
Rock pooling at Boggle Hole
Jul 27 @ 10:30 – 15:00

A chance to go rock pooling at Boggle Hole. Meet at the car park ( NZ952037 ) for a 10.30 departure. Bring along any suitable containers and collection devices for specimens. Contact Ginny Leeming if you are interested or want more details.

Aug
12
Tue
Rock Pooling at Crook Ness
Aug 12 @ 10:30 – 15:00

A chance to go rock pooling at Crook Ness. Meet at the car park ( TA025935 ) for a 10.30 departure. Bring along any suitable containers and collection devices for specimens. Contact Ginny Leeming if you are interested or want more details.

Sep
9
Tue
Second recorders meeting
Sep 9 @ 19:30 – 21:00

A chance to hear what the Society’s recorders have been up to in the last 12 months and what new discoveries have been made.

Sep
10
Wed
Rock Pooling at Holbeck
Sep 10 @ 10:00 – 15:00

A chance to go rock pooling at Holbeck. Meet at the car park (TA049867 ) for a 10.00 start. Note the car park has a time limit on it so best to park nearby but please be respectful of access to adjacent properties. Bring a collection container and sieve or similar. Please contact Ginny Leeming if you are interested or require further information.