Activities

See bird and waterfowl ringing, take part in guided walks, and witness thousands of pink-footed geese on the mere.

Guided Walk with BTO

When: Saturday and Sunday, 9-10.30am
Cost: Free (book on the day)

: Join Jon Carter, from the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO), for a guided walk with a difference… how to use technology to enhance your nature experiences, while contributing to science!

As you see and identify birds on this leisurely stroll, each new sighting will be added to the BirdTrack app which not only allows you to keep detailed records of the species seen but also adds invaluable information to BTO’s database.

Setting up your camera for wildlife photography

When: Saturday and Sunday, 10am-10:40am
Cost: Free (book on the day)

: Join professional wildlife photographer and Fujifilm ambassador Alan Hewitt for his free talk as he runs through the best tips and tricks for setting up your camera for wildlife photography.
Examples used will be Fujifilm orientated technology, including set-up used by Alan for his wildlife photography.

Waterfowl Ringing

When: Saturday and Sunday, 10 - 11am
Cost: Free drop in session

Canoe Safari and Guided Boat Tours

When: Saturday and Sunday, 11am-4pm
Cost: £12 per canoe (book on the day) / £3.50 per seat on guided boat.

: Grab a paddle and take to the water on the canoe safari or book onto a guided boat tour to go around our wetlands.

Bird ringing demonstration

When: Saturday and Sunday, 12-2pm
Cost: Free (drop in)

: Expert bird ringer and Martin Mere Reserve Manager Louise Clewley will demonstrate how bird ringing is done and explain why it is such important work. Get your camera ready for some great close ups!

Reserve walk

When: Saturday and Sunday, 1.30-2.50pm
Cost: Free (book on the day)

: Join Reserve Warden Jack Grimsditch on a guided tour of the reserve. He’ll show you all the best spots on the reserve and will introduce you to our most interesting wetland species.

Wild bird feed

When: Saturday and Sunday, 3pm
Cost: Free

: A commentated talk at the Discovery Hide, with a close up view of thousands of migratory birds, such as the pink-footed geese.

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Exhibitors

Chat to a whole host of exhibitors specialising in everything from artwork and books to wildlife holidays.

Guest Speakers

Learn from the expert birders and nature lovers.

North West Bird Watching Festival

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