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September 2017
Volunteer Work Party – Blue House Farm Nature Reserve
Free
Workers meet weekly at Blue House Farm and other local nature reserves. Please contact the warden in advance to confirm location and dates, Tel 07903 004203.
Find out more »November 2017
Volunteer Work Party – Blue House Farm Nature Reserve
Join the work party here at Blue House Farm Nature Reserve. Work takes place at Blue House Farm and other local nature reserves. Please bring work clothes and a packed lunch. Contact the warden in advance to confirm location and dates: Tel 07903 004203 Event suitable for all ages.
Find out more »Walk – BLUE HOUSE FARM (Essex Wildlife Trust)
Take part in this healthy event as Stuart Anderson leads a walk around this 600 acre farm situated on the north bank of the River Crouch. You will follow a path around the farm that gives access to 3 bird hides and links up with the sea wall footpath. We will cover approximately 2.5 miles and will take around 2 to 3 hours to complete. There will be many species of wildlife to observe on this fun outing. We highly…
Find out more »January 2018
Volunteer Work Party: Blue House Farm and other Local Nature Reserves nr Chelmsford
Join the work party here at Blue House Farm Nature Reserve. Work takes place at Blue House Farm and other local nature reserves. Please bring work clothes and a packed lunch. Contact the warden in advance to confirm location and dates: Tel 07903 004203 Event suitable for all ages.
Find out more »April 2018
Bottle Feed the Lambs at Blue House Farm, North Fambridge
Join us here at Blue House Farm to bottle feed the lambs. Event suitable for all ages but children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Advance booking essential.
Find out more »May 2018
Volunteer Work Party: Blue House Farm and other Local Nature Reserves – Blue House Farm Nature Reserve
Join the work party here at Blue House Farm Nature Reserve. Work takes place at Blue House Farm and other local nature reserves. Please bring work clothes and a packed lunch. Contact the warden in advance to confirm location and dates: Tel 07903 004203 Event suitable for all ages.
Find out more »July 2018
Russell Savory Twilight Photography Workshop, Blue House Farm
Russell Savory is an acclaimed camerman and his sensational widlife footage regularly features on BBC Spring watch and The One Show. Join Russell at the beautiful Blue House Farm, where you are likely to have the chance to photograph Barn Owls and other exciting wildlife. Suitable for all levels of experience and types of camera, Russell will guide you through his approach in capturing wonderful images of wildlife. Number are limited. Advance booking essential.
Find out more »Volunteer Work Party, Blue House Farm
This work party groups meet every Tuesday, starting at 10.00am and finishing at 4.00pm. Work takes place at Blue House Farm and other local nature reserves. Bring work clothes, waterproofs etc. and packed lunch. Contact the warden in advance to confirm location and dates: 07903 004203
Find out more »September 2018
Marshy Migrants – Blue House Farm
A guided walk round the Blue House Farm Nature Reserve in North Fambridge to see some of the late summer/autumn birds on their migration. The estimated walking distance is 4-5 km This event is suitable for all ages but children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear sturdy outdoor footwear and appropriate clothing. Booking is essential.
Find out more »March 2019
Mad as a March Hare – Chelmsford
Join the Blue House Farm team for a winter walk to see our fastest land mammal the, the Brown hare. Estimated walking distance 4-5km. All under 16s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Booking Essential
Find out more »April 2019
Nature Course: Great Crested Newt Ecology and Survey Techniques
This course, held at the Blue House Farm Nature Reserve in North Fambridge, is aimed at those increasing their amateur interest in great crested newts and those beginning a career in ecological consultancy. Time will be spent outdoors whatever the weather. It may be muddy! Booking is essential
Find out more »May 2019
Avocets in Action – Blue House Farm
Join our guided tour to see nesting Avocets at Blue House Farm, North Fambridge, with a chance to see newly hatched chicks. Estimated walking distance 2km. All under 16s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Advance booking is essential
Find out more »June 2019
Blue House Farm Bumble Bee Walk
See what all the buzz is about on our bumble bee walk at Blue house Farm in north Fambridge. Learn the basics of bumblebee ecology and how to identify several common species and rare species. All under 16s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Advance booking is essential
Find out more »Barn Owls at Dusk at Blue House Farm
Join an evening guided walk at Blue House Farm Nature Reserve, taking in the best view points to see and photograph the Barn Owls. Please park in Blue House Farm car park on the left hand side at the end of the track where you will be met by the reserves warden Harry Smith and / or Charli Mclachlan. Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing and bring binoculars if you have them. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an…
Find out more »July 2019
Blue House Farm Fete – North Fambridge
The Blue House Farm Fete will include local food and beverage stalls, live demonstrations of rural crafts, live music, tractor trailer rides, guided walks and lots of fun and games for all ages. Stalls, demonstrations bbq, fun and games from 1pm to 5pm. Live music, refreshments and beer tent till 9pm.
Find out more »Nature Course: Barn Owl Ecology and Survey Techniques, Blue House Farm
This adult only course at Blue House Farm is aimed at those wishing to increase their amateur interest and knowledge of Barn Owls, as well as those beginning a career in ecological consultancy. Advance booking essential
Find out more »August 2019
Wild Camping at Blue House Farm
Enbjoy a family, overnight camping stay on the tranquil Blue House Farm Nature Reserve, with an optional bush craft activity by the campfire and morning guided walk. Booking is essential
Find out more »September 2019
Nature Course: Foraging for beginners
Want to learn about Foraging and how our furry friends look for foods. Let yourself be taught practical skills that you can use any time to forage for foods yourself. In the course you'll learn the basics of foraging and how to identify edible plants followed by a walk around the nature reserve to put into practise what you learnt in the classroom.
Find out more »October 2019
Nature Course: Hedge Laying – North Fambridge
A practical, hands-on course. You will learn about hedging species, different techniques and how to lay a hedge. You will learn about hedging species, different techniques and how to lay a hedge using a combination of hand held tools such as bow saws and bill hooks, whilst using natural materials to hold and position the hedge. Whether it’s your garden hedge, a hedge on your smallholding, or a skill you would just like to learn, this course is an ideal…
Find out more »December 2019
Brent Geese Winter Walk: Blue House Farm
An Essex Wildlife Trust guided walk round Blue House Farm to find Brent Geese that visit the reserve in Winter. Please bring warm waterproof clothes and wellingtons. Estimated walking distance 5-6 km. Advance booking essential
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