Although the BioBlitz was the highlight of the year and occupied a lot on Coastwise time and effort, members did a lot of other things. Read all about in the Chairs’ report on 2013.
Icebergs seen in North Devon Recently……….
John Walters knows some disgusting insects…..
John Walters is a naturalist, artist and author based in South-West Dartmoor. He’s talked to us before and received a great reception, so there was no hesitation in asking him back with a new topic about (mainly) insect life. As
Sue’s Seals Steal the Scene….
When you greet your partner or an old friend, you may give them a kiss…..unless you happen to be a seal, when you will smell their ears ! This was one of the strange and interesting facts that Coastwise
Marine Conservation with the Devon and Severn IFCA…..
She may have kept the best for last (measuring a snail’s sexy bits) but Sara Clark’s talk was just as interesting throughout. As Principal Environment Officer for Devon and Severn Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority, hers is a key position
Clocking Hockings………….
Hockings ice cream has been an integral part of beach trips for so many Coastwise members that we invited Geoff Hocking to come and tell us the story of his family’s ice cream business in Appledore. We were not disappointed,
Montagu – much more than just a Harrier and a Blenny……..
Despite giving his name to the Montagu’s Harrier, sundry molluscs and marine animals, including the charming Montagu’s Blenny, the work of naturalist George Montagu (1753-1815), much admired by his nineteenth century peers, is largely overlooked today. In a wide ranging
Seal’s Eye View of the North Devon Coast………
During his lively and thoroughly enjoyable talk Rob McIntyre of Sea Kayaking South West took us to sea, along the coast eastwards from Lee, to Porlock Bay, and to Lundy and back. We travelled in the company of his friends
The Atlantic Array Planning Application
The Coastwise committee agreed that, given our objectives and interests, it is appropriate to register as an Interested Party with the Planning Inspectorate for the forthcoming planning investigation. We recognise that there is a range of opinion within the membership,
Biosphere 10th Anniversary BioBlitz….Job Done !
Woolacombe Green at 7.00 am on Saturday 7th Sept saw the BioBlitz village slowly taking shape. Coastwise’s partners included the National Trust, AONB, Devon Wildlife Trust and Lundy Island, and tents and vans were being set up. The Marine Biological