The Night Observation Walk held on the 15th June by DCC Conservation Ranger Paul Jones was well attended. The weather held out for the event enabling visitors to enjoy the evening of observation and discovery. Moth traps were set rendering a good catch for identification, including the Pine Hawk Moth. Pipstrelle Bats were feeding in several locations and a positive identification of a Noctule Bat was made. The call of the Nightjar was heard although no sighting.
The Slop Bog Open Day on the 24th June went ahead despite a rather wet and breezy afternoon. Interesting exhibits included the DCC Rangers presentation outlining the proposed Nature Trail; photographic display " Living on the Edge of Slop Bog"; Natural History photos of Slop Bog Nature Reserve: information on the planned Listening Post with demonstration; Besom making demonstration and a display of the entries submitted for the Photographic and Childrens Picture Competitions. There was also a Fun Dog Show, Tombola, Book Stall and refreshment tent. All in all a very enjoyable afternoon with a good number of members and visitors turning out for this annual event.
