Day: March 6, 2019
I’m A Biter!
Originally posted on Through Open Lens:
F/10.0, 1/400, ISO 800. Common Loon ( Nonbreeding adult?) Why did the teddy bear say no to dessert? Because she was stuffed. Interesting Fact:?Loons shoot through the water like a torpedo, propelled by powerful thrusts of feet located near the rear of their body. When their quarry changes direction, loons can execute an abrupt flip-turn that would make Olympic… Continue reading I’m A Biter!
New Committee
Originally posted on Hermanus Bird Club:
Following the AGM held on Wednesday evening, HBC is pleased to announce the new committee for 2019.? The members are: Chairman; John Saunders,? Deputy Chairman and Blog; Ronnie Hazell,? ?Treasurer; Keith Brooke-Sumner,? ?Secretary; Monika von Oppell,? ?Projects; Guy Redford,? ?Social Co-ordinator: Sue Franck, and? ?Walks and Talks: Lester van Groeningen. We say farewell to departing Committee Members, Craig Holmes,… Continue reading New Committee
The Next Challenge
Originally posted on Hermanus Bird Club:
As our 2018/2019 Challenge draws to a close, we are already thinking about a new and bigger event, one that will fire the imagination of more members and attract a greater following. Ronnie has suggested a Southern Africa Challenge, taking place over 12 months. This is equivalent to a Big Birding Year, and has the advantage that it will… Continue reading The Next Challenge
New Challenge Rules
Originally posted on Hermanus Bird Club:
? Since publishing the first notice of our new Challenge, I have had a good response from a number of people. This has prompted me to sit down and set out the rules that will apply to the new competition. As previously stated, the competition will apply to the Southern Africa Birding Region; i.e. all of South Africa, Namibia,… Continue reading New Challenge Rules
Outing to De Mond on Thursday 7 March
Originally posted on Hermanus Bird Club:
? Thursday’s outing to De Mond is going ahead. There is a good chance for rain, but only in the afternoon, so let’s go and see what we can find in this fascinating reserve. We will meet at Fernkloof at 7:00 am to consolidate the transport arrangements. Please remember to bring along some refreshments, as it will be a… Continue reading Outing to De Mond on Thursday 7 March
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