Curracag
(Outer Hebrides Natural History Society)
Tuesday 10 August
Our changing bird populations. Bob Swann of the Scottish Ornithologists' Club. From
his role as Scottish organiser of the Bird Atlas 2007-
Gerinish Hall, South Uist. Talk begins at 7.30pm.
Friday 13 August
An introduction to invertebrates with Craig MacAdam of Buglife This walk will introduce you to the array of species that can be found in Scotland and explain how Buglife is working to conserve these species.
Walk will start at 2pm Balranald RSPB Visitor Centre.
Tuesday 17 August
Hedgehogs in the Hebrides: What else are they eating?
Karen Varnham, University of Bristol Since their introduction to South Uist in the 1970s, the impact of hedgehogs on ground nesting birds, such as the lapwing and ringed plover, has been
well studied. However, these birds are only nesting for a few weeks each year, and very little is known about what hedgehogs eat the rest of the time. This talk describes research on South Uist over the last two years which is investigating the diet of hedgehogs and whether they are having a significant impact on other species.
Gerinish Hall, South Uist. Talk begins at 7.30pm.
Saturday 21 August
Discover Bryophytes Walk with Patrick Hughes Patrick Hughes will lead a walk to learn about the identification and ecology of lower plants and highlight the importance of bryophytes as key components of some characteristic Uist habitats.
Loch Druidibeg NNR, South Uist. Walk begins at 2pm.
Meet at the Druidibeg parking area, which is approximately 1.5 miles up the Loch Skipport road. The blanket bog areas can be wet so wellies or water proof walking boots would be advisable.
Saturday 4 September
Botanical Drawing Workshop with Anne Rabbitts
The workshop aim is to help participants learn to draw with confidence through the careful observation of plant material. This will be achieved by using sketch book studies to help the artist fully understand and observe the subject before working towards a finished piece of work. All work will be in graphite (pencil). Participants are welcome to bring along their own
plant material but a range of plants will be available.
Claddach Kirkibost Centre, North Uist. 10am to 4pm. Booking essential.
Please contact Anne to book and for further information about the materials required for the workshop. Telephone: 01876 580328, email: rabbitts@hebrides.net
All activities are open to non-