Diary

Check here regularly for updates on workshops, publication deadlines and more.

Please note that BWARS is not responsible for any aspect of events that are run by other organisations or individuals. For events not organised by BWARS, details must be checked with the event organiser in case of alterations to costings, timings, dates and venues.

Invertebrate Field Recorder Day - Hounslow Heath

Sat, 17 Jun 2023 10:00 - 15:00 BST

Join like-minded people with an interest in field recording for a day identifying and surveying invertebrates in an informal environment at Hounslow Heath. Hounslow Heath local nature reserve is one of the few remaining areas (80 hectares) of what was once a vast lowland heath covering much of west London, including what is now “Heath”row. The ancestral soils were created from Taplow Terrace Gravels, laid down as glacial conditions eased over 100,000 years ago. Gravel extraction and subsequent landfill have transformed much of the areas soils, but heathland and acid grassland has re-established since the nature reserve was designated, and large areas of woodland and scrub are present. Some seasonal grazing is carried out in neutral meadows and acid grassland areas.

Naturalists of all levels (from beginner to expert) will be able to share their experiences with peers and help one another improve knowledge and build confidence in biological recording. This event is aimed at adults only. It’s free to attend and invertebrate recorders of all abilities are welcome, but booking is essential.

Please note that this event will involve individuals collecting, preserving and killing invertebrate specimens for identification purposes.

 

More info here

Invertebrate Field Recorder Day - Paradise Fields (Horsenden Hill) in Ealing.

Sat, 24 Jun 2023 10:00 - 16:00 BST

Join like-minded people with an interest in recording wildlife observations for a day identifying and recording invertebrates in an informal environment. Naturalists of all levels (from beginner to expert) will be able to share their experiences with peers and help one another improve their knowledge and build confidence in biological recording.

This event is aimed at adults only. It’s free to attend and invertebrate recorders of all abilities are welcome, but booking is essential.

Please note that this event will involve individuals collecting, preserving and killing invertebrate specimens for identification purposes.

What will the day involve?

Practical experience using a variety of methods to collect and record invertebrates.

Practical experience in collecting and preserving specimens.

A chance to meet fellow like-minded people from a range of different disciplines.

 

More info here

Invertebrate Field Recorder Day - Paradise Fields (Horsenden Hill) in Ealing.

Sat, 22 Jul 2023 10:00 - 16:00 BST

Join like-minded people with an interest in recording wildlife observations for a day identifying and recording invertebrates in an informal environment. Naturalists of all levels (from beginner to expert) will be able to share their experiences with peers and help one another improve their knowledge and build confidence in biological recording.

This event is aimed at adults only. It’s free to attend and invertebrate recorders of all abilities are welcome, but booking is essential.

Please note that this event will involve individuals collecting, preserving and killing invertebrate specimens for identification purposes.

What will the day involve?

Practical experience using a variety of methods to collect and record invertebrates.

Practical experience in collecting and preserving specimens.

A chance to meet fellow like-minded people from a range of different disciplines.

 

Book here

The Tale of the Ivy Bee: A New Species of Bee to the British Isles

Thu, 10 August 2023, 19:00 – 20:00 BST

The Tale of the Ivy Bee: A New Species of Bee to the British Isles

Details Here

Location: Online

Free - Registration required

Ant Navigation: How To Be A Champion Navigator With A Small Brain

Thu, 7 September 2023, 13:00 – 14:00 BST

Ant Navigation: How To Be A Champion Navigator With A Small Brain

by Prof Paul Graham

Details Here

Location: Online

Free - Registration required

BWARS Members’ Weekend 16–17th September 2023 Newcastle Upon Tyne

Weekend of 16-17th September 2023

Sat 16th – Workshops, help with specimen identification or work at your own pace (microscopes in the lab; spaces are limited so please book early).

Sun 17th – AGM followed by Presentations on varied topics

The event is free to members, but please book your place in advance by email to the Secretary (contact details on website and in BWARS Newsletter) by Fri 1st Sept.   Details of meeting points etc will be sent to attendees by email prior to the event.

Programme details to follow once finalised.

Our first face-to-face meeting since lockdown and it’s shaping up to be an exciting mix; we hope you can join us!