April Fools...

First day of the Easter holidays, and it's sunny. That can only mean one thing - lots of people, a fair few of whom have no comprehension what nature reserves are about. For example, a great place to let the dog have a run around; a wee wander down to the pond, scattering flocks of Teal everywhere; or perhaps to take a group of nine folk through an area you've got fenced off to prevent disturbance to nesting Lapwings? No!!! But they were all out today. There are days when a sniper rifle would be a useful bit of kit...

On a slightly more positive note, a Wheatear appeared at last. So they're not extict then! The Brents are still here, plus a few more Sand Martins. Reserve list up to 109...

Better late than never...