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Arundel News

Winging in the rain

Posted on 3rd February 2012 by WWT Arundel

Wildlife Sightings column Jan 24, 2012 by Paul Stevens. (appearing Feb 02, 2012) Read Paul’s column every week in the Chichester Observer, Bognore Regis Observer and Midhurst & Petworth Observer. Arriving to work at Arundel Wetland Centre this morning I was greeted … Continue reading

Magpie mansions save sensitive soles

Posted on 3rd February 2012 by WWT Arundel

New shelters fight frosty feet for wildfowl from warmer climates Ducks and geese from warmer climates can fight frosty feet this winter inside new homes at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre.  Australian mapgpie geese and Indian white-faced whistling ducks have feet … Continue reading

Take a Trip to the South Pole during February half term

Posted on 25th January 2012 by WWT Arundel

 Walk in the (snow)shoes of Antarctic explorers, past and present, during Exploration & Discovery Week this February half term.   To celebrate the centenary of the Scott Antarctic expedition, WWT Arundel Wetland Centre is taking families back in time … Continue reading

Win a Romantic Nature Date this February

Posted on 25th January 2012 by WWT Arundel

Visit the lovebirds at Arundel Wetland Centre in February to win a boat ride, lunch and wine. In February our hearts and minds turn to gifts to express our love. Will it be flowers, perfume, or chocolates? Why not take … Continue reading

Nature unbalanced: cold snap could halt spring symptoms

Posted on 17th January 2012 by WWT Arundel

Wildlife Sightings column January 10, 2012 by Paul Stevens You can read the weekly column by Paul Stevens, the Grounds Manager for WWT Arundel Wetland Centre each Thursday in the Chichester Observer, Bognor Regis Observer and Littlehampton Gazette. The air … Continue reading

See the Stars at Arundel Wetland Centre

Posted on 9th January 2012 by WWT Arundel

WWT Arundel Wetland Centre hosts a Stargazing Evening with Astronomia, as part of the BBC Stargazing LIVE event On the evening of Tuesday 24 January, Arundel Wetland Centre is hosting an indoor talk and outdoor telescope session with Astronomia telescope … Continue reading

Starling spectacle back at WWT Arundel

Posted on 23rd December 2011 by WWT Arundel

After an absence of two years, a large group of starlings have been arriving at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre to roost overnight in the reed beds. The huge flock of starlings has been enthralling afternoon visitors to the nature reserve. … Continue reading

Walk away those Christmas calories on Boxing Day

Posted on 21st November 2011 by WWT Arundel

Wake up on Boxing Day feeling like a pig in a blanket? Many of us overindulge on turkey, booze and Christmas pud, so why not clear those foggy heads with some fresh air and work off those festive excesses with … Continue reading

What's the trick to counting flocks of birds?

Posted on 19th November 2011 by WWT Arundel

Volunteers and staff will spend this Monday, November 21, spotting and recording the hundreds of waterbirds that migrate to WWT Arundel  in winter.  Staff and visitors at all nine WWT wetland reserves will be taking part in the annual Wetland Bird Survey … Continue reading

Ho-ho-ho Huskies!

Posted on 19th November 2011 by WWT Arundel

Start the festive season with a visit to see Santa and the huggable huskies during Winter Wonderland Weekend, December 3-4 at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre. Come and meet these friendly dogs of the north. These gorgeous sled dogs will give … Continue reading