Boulmer Shoresearch

Shoresearch survey, Seaham

Boulmer Shoresearch

Location:
Boulmer Coastline, Alnwick, NE66 3BP
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Help us conduct a biodiversity survey of the coastline. We will do quadrat & walkover surveys to understand what life we have in the area.

Event details

Meeting point

In front of the Memorial Hall
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Date

Time
12:15pm - 2:30pm
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About the event

Join our team of staff and local volunteers to carry out a rocky shore survey as part of a citizen science project called Shoresearch, where we record the rock pool species that we find along the North East coast. 

You do not need to have any experience of survey work or of rocky shore ecology as there will be experts on hand to assist you, so beginners are most welcome! 

This is part of a national survey being carried out by Wildlife Trusts across the UK. To find out more about Shoresearch please click here. Durham Wildlife Trust will provide all the sampling kit, survey sheets and identification guides.   

Booking is essential!   

Please wear clothing suitable for all weather conditions.  We will be out for up to two hours, so conditions can change, and be very different out on the shore than inland. Don't forget sunscreen should it be a hot day, as you will be in an exposed location.  

The rocky shore can be very slippery in places, and we will be walking through shallow pools so wellies or boots with very good grips and that you don't mind getting wet are strongly advised. This activity is not suitable for people with limited mobility.   

As it may be quite warm, please also bring a bottle of water. Lunch will not be provided, so please eat before or after the activity.  

Details about the event:

There is parking available at the Wildlife Trust Reserve by the meeting point: What3Words: ///master.upcoming.slanting

Meet in front of the Memorial Hall.

The Engagement Officer will be waiting at the meeting point; should you not be able to find them, they can be contacted on: 07561855932. 

This event is for ages 16+, however, under 18s MUST be supervised by an adult. As it requires climbing over coastal rocks, this activity is not suitable for those with medical issues that may be exacerbated should they slip or fall.

Toilets are available within the village, only a 5-10 minute walk from the survey site.

Booking

Price

Free

Additional booking information

This event is for ages 16+, however, under 18s MUST be supervised by an adult. As it requires climbing over coastal rocks, this activity is not suitable for those with medical issues that may be exacerbated should they slip or fall.

Suitable for

Adults, Experts, Beginners

Know before you go

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What to bring

Toilets are available within the village, only a 5-10 minute walk from the survey site. Please wear suitable footwear with good grip, that you don’t mind potentially getting wet. Please also consider dressing appropriately for the weather, including sunscreen should it be a hot day, as you will be in an exposed location.  

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Parking information

There is parking available at nearby at What 3 Words: ///master.upcoming.slanting. The meeting point will be in front of the Boulmer Memorial Hall.

Contact us

Blair Watson
Contact number: 07561855932
Contact email: bwatson@durhamwt.co.uk
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