Founded 1889 – Affiliated to Yorkshire Naturalists' Union

Jun
14
Sat
Nightjar survey evening plus Glowworms
Jun 14 @ 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
24
Tue
Glowworms at Ellerburn bank – 24th June
Jun 24 @ 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) at 8.30pm. 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
20
Sun
Cetacean watch 20th July
Jul 20 @ 10:00 – 12:00

Stuart Baines will lead a cetacean walk for members of the society on the Marine Drive to take place Sunday 20th July, meeting place to be the new Sea Watching Centre.  Start time 10.00 to 12 noon. Weather permitting.

Jul
25
Fri
May Moss Friday 25th July
Jul 25 @ 10:30 – 15:00

Brian Walker is going to show us in detail what is so special about this site after his talk at the Rugby Club. Meet at 10.30am at the Bickley School House forest entrance (SE910928). We will travel in convoy from there to the site. Packed lunch and walking boots/stout footwear, wellies preferably. It will be uneven ground for walking. This is a jont meeting with Whitby Nats. There is a limit of 10 for the Scarborough Nats. Contact Nick Gibbons if you are interested. As of 6th July I have 5 takers :-

Angela Simpson, Graham Basil, Joan Childs, Nick G and Rob Stark

I will keep a list and one of reserves if this should be necessary.

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
7
Sun
Old Fat and Past it bat visit
Sep 7 @ 19:30 – 23:15

We will sit and see what bat activity there is around the windy pit regarding swarming and what activity there is at the new entrance. It can be a long night so bring some suitable clothing, chair and some food/drink. We will be within the FC locked gates so access will have to be as a group going in and out unless you have your own pass key. We will try and car share to make things easier on the forest roads. Contact Nick Gibbons if you are interested.

Sep
10
Wed
Rock Pooling at Holbeck
Sep 10 @ 10:45 – 15:45

A chance to go rock pooling at Holbeck. Meet at the car park (TA049867 ) for a 10.45 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.

Sep
13
Sat
Bat survey Egton bridge
Sep 13 @ 18:45 – 22:00

We will be supporting the Whitby Nats on a point survey at Egton Bridge. We will meet at Egton Bridge in the parking area between St Hedda’s church and the railway line (NZ80440535) at 6.40 where spots will be allocated and any questions re use of the detectors sorted out.  Would mean leaving Scarborough at ca 17.30hrs. We will try to arrange car sharing. Contact Nick Gibbons if you are interested.