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Please phone the Sankey Valley Rangers for confirmation of event in case of a date or location change or cancellation.
New Event BRICKFIELDS FAMILY EVENT
Meet in ‘Laurel Hall’ at the Chester Lane Community Centre,
Four Acre Lane, St Helens, WA9 4DE
Sunday 15th March - 12.00pm to 3.30pm
GUIDED BIRD WALK
Come on a guided walk through the Brickfields site to discover the wonders of its wildlife.
BIRD BOX MAKING
After the bird walk, join us at the Chester Lane Community Centre to make a bird box for your garden.
All materials and instructions you need will be provided by BTCV.
The event is suitable for all ages. Children under 14 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Please wear warm, waterproof outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear.
Hot drinks and snacks will be available at the Community Centre.
For further information please contact Tamsin McCarthy at The Mersey Forest Offices: 01925 816 217
or e-mail: tamsin@merseyforest.org.uk
Booking is essential. Please book by Friday 6th March
Next Event Guided Nature Walk
(Wild Flowers and Birds).
Clinkham Wood L.N.R.
Meet outside the Black Horse Pub.
Sunday 19th April 2009 starts 1.30pm.
Join the Rangers for a spring walk to look at and record the bird species
and enjoy the first flush of the areas spring flowers.
Please bring along waterproofs in case of inclement weather, you should also wear stout footwear.
The event should last for approx one and a half hours.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Birds of Prey Display
Nanny Goat Park (Recreation Street)
Sunday 10th May 2009 starts 1.00pm to 3.30pm.
A display of birds of prey including the Harris Hawk, Vulture and a variety of Owls,
complemented by several flying demonstrations. Experienced handlers will be available
to pass on their expert knowledge regarding the numerous species particular traits.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Willow Weaving
Gaskell Park
Sunday 17th May 2009 1.00pm start till 4.00pm.
A hands on experience for the uninitiated in to the skills involved in willow weaving,
participants will be taught how to make numerous simple forms of art work such as a Fish or Dream Catcher.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Guided Walk -- Rainhill - Pex Hill
Starting and finishing at The Manor Farm Pub
Sunday 7th June 2009 12.00am start till 3.00pm.
This 6 mile circular walk through the scenic St Helens countryside to Pex Hill Country Park,
Starting and finishing at The Manor Farm Public House situated in the Rainhill area.
Please bring along waterproofs in case of inclement weather.
You should also wear stout footwear suitable for walking long distances.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 677 772
Next Event Brass Band
The Duckeries, Derbyshire Hill Road entrance
Sunday 28th June 2009 from 2.00pm to 4.00pm.
Why not come along and enjoy the sound of a local brass band playing for you in the park.
For more information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01925 229 021
Next Event St Helens Festival 2009
Sherdley Park
Saturday and Sunday 4th & 5th July
Next Event Guided Walk
Bold Loop Walk (approx 6 miles )
Meet Smithy Manor Public house car park
Sunday 12th July 2009 11.00am - 2.00pm.
A guided walk of approx 6 miles through the Bold countryside, to look at the many aspects
of the areas local & natural history. Please bring along waterproofs in case of inclement weather,
and something to eat and drink, you should also wear stout footwear.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Pond Dip
The Duckeries, Fleet Lane Entrance
Wednesday 5th August 2009 2.00pm till 3.00pm.
Join the hunt for pond creatures with the Rangers.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01925 229 021
Next Event Willow Weaving
Nanny Goat Park, Recreation Street
Wednesday 12th August 2009 1.00pm till 4.00pm.
A hands on experience for the uninitiated in to the skills involved in Willow Weaving,
particioants will be taught how to make numerous simple forms of art work such as a Fish or Dream Catcher.
For further information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01744 815 586
Next Event Bird Feeding
Downall Croft Green
Sunday 4th October 2009 from 2.00pm to 3.00pm.
A talk and practical demonstration on feeding birds during the winter months.
For more information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01925 229 021
Next Event Bulb Planting
The Duckeries
Sunday 8th November 2009 from 1.30pm to 3.00pm.
Come along and help the Rangers to plant some bulbs.
It is recommended that you wear old clothes and safety footwear is essential.
For more information contact the Sankey Valley Rangers on 01925 229 021
