Join Lorna Bointon as she runs through a refresher on how to record your data this National Whale and Dolphin Watch. She'll be running through everything you need to know, the best places and times to conduct your watch and tips to spot those fins! Join for free here.
Join the Hebridean Whale & Dolphin Trust for a morning of sea-gazing from this gorgeous Hebridean Whale Trail site. Led by our expert staff and volunteers, you will explore the stunning natural environment, and learn top tips for spotting amazing marine life. Species will be hoping to spot among the waves include bottlenose dolphins, minke whales, harbour porpoises, seals and otters. We will also be on the look-out for white-tailed sea eagles, hen harriers and some incredible seabirds like shearwaters, gannets and guillemots. Even if we don't spot your favourite species, this guided walk will help you develop skills to go on and spot more wildlife afterwards. For more details and to book go to: https://hwdt.org/hwdt-events/2019/4/4/headland-watch-glengorm-sjzz3-aag84-rpj6b-xnp2c-r8jr6-jm9ks-cx6lm-z4hzg-34dwp-jndk7-2pjht-jj36s-c5zwk-agg6p-emrxc-mxt9w-ld7w4-yn9ax-a5lkt-cyfp5-sxmsd-e4f44-skylg-ncm9d-t92jk-t2f86-zawaz-8fx38
Join the Sea Watch staff for a landwatch at Strumble Head. Meet at the car park from 10:45.
Join High Life Highland for their watch at Rubha Reidh, Melvaig near Gairloch "We continue our celebration of Highland mammals with a walk and seawatch at Rubha Reidh, a point ideal for sea watching, if the conditions are right. We will have a short walk followed by some surveying of the waters for seals, dolphins, whales, basking sharks and seabirds. During our watch you can eat your picnic lunch if you wish. The ranger will have a spotting scope for you to use and some spare binoculars but please bring your own if you have them. This event is aimed at adults but interested children aged 8 and over are welcome to join with adults. It costs £9.73 per visitor to operate our Countryside Ranger Service. We make no charge for this event but we rely on your donations to help us protect our Highland wildlife and heritage." For further details please contact Jenny at jenny.grant@highlifehighland.com
Join us for a rockpool safari in New Quay - all ages welcome. We'll be meeting on the Pier to head down to Dolau Beach to see what we can find in the rockpools. Lead by our interns we will provide laminated ID sheets to refer to. Please wear sensible footwear and clothing, children must be supervised at all times. Please note: timing is subject to change due to tide times.
Join Laura for an organised landwatch from Broughty Castle. This year Laura has partnered up with Leisure & Culture Dundee and Historic Environment Scotland to bring four watches to National Whale and Dolphin Watch. Laura will be based inside the walls of the castle at a highpoint with an excellent view of the whole of the Tay Estuary. There is no charge to enter the castle or the grounds and if they wish, people can enjoy a visit to the free museum while there. For information - unfortunately, being an historic building, access inside Brougty Castle is via a steep winding staircase and therefor may not be accessible to all. The grounds are a bit better but would definitely still present a challenge to those with limited mobility. For more information please contact countryside.rangers@dundeecity.gov.uk
Join us virtually for our annual Evening with Sea Watch Foundation, hosted by our Research Assistant, Rebecca. We'll be discussing sightings so far at this year's National Whale and Dolphin Watch before introducing our special guests: Ceri Beynon-Davies from Natural Resources Wales will be talking about the health benefits of nature and work of NRW; Celia Eadley will be chatting about her internship and the wildlife in Cardigan Bay and our Monitoring Officer, Katrin Lohrengel will be answering all your burning marine biology questions (send questions to nwdw@seawatchfoundation.org.uk). Register for this FREE event here. Donations via PayPal much appreciated.
As part of NWDW week join the Countryside Ranger at Sandside Head in Reay, Caithness, for a guided sea watch. Use our telescopes and bring your own binoculars to see what we can see from this local sea watching 'hot spot'. Meet by the main public car park at Duncansby Head. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. There is a 1km walk on hill ground to the watch site from the meeting place. Booking is essential. Donations very welcome. Please book using booking code 005631THUR at https://booking.highlifehighland.com/
Help us keep a look out for dolphins at Portland Bill (near the Lobster Pot restaurant) as part of the 2022 National Whale and Dolphin Watch. Learn what signs to look for, how to spot and identify them and find out more about the types of whale and dolphin that can be seen in Dorset. Drop in and stay as long as you like. We will have some binoculars to borrow but please bring your own if you have them. All children must be accompanied by an adult. This event is weather dependent.
Join Chris and Sharron who will be running organised watches from Windy Corner, Capstone Point on 24th, 29th, 30th and 31st July from 13:00-15:00. If you're in the area look out for the Sea Watch NWDW banner at Capstone Point and make sure to say hello!
Join Laura for an organised landwatch from Broughty Castle. This year Laura has partnered up with Leisure & Culture Dundee and Historic Environment Scotland to bring four watches to National Whale and Dolphin Watch. Laura will be based inside the walls of the castle at a highpoint with an excellent view of the whole of the Tay Estuary. There is no charge to enter the castle or the grounds and if they wish, people can enjoy a visit to the free museum while there. For information - unfortunately, being an historic building, access inside Brougty Castle is via a steep winding staircase and therefor may not be accessible to all. The grounds are a bit better but would definitely still present a challenge to those with limited mobility. For more information please contact countryside.rangers@dundeecity.gov.uk
We have partnered up with Dolphin Spotting Boat Trips to bring you a sunset cruise from New Quay. Join us for an evening of dolphin spotting on this two hour trip. Bring your own food and drinks! Complementary glass of a summer cocktail served on arrival. Adults £25 and Children £15. Book via their website.
