LATEST NEWS
 Well, we made it to the finish of the Sponsored Cycle Treasure Hunt, despite the heavy rain and awesome hills of west Dorset. A BIG THANK YOU to everyone who sponsored me and my husband as team Golden Arrows and to all the other riders who took part. More fundraising events
It's an exciting time on our reserves at the moment with bluebells, yellow archangel and orchids blooming. The dawn chorus is in full swing as the bird nesting season really gets going. On my own 'reserve', robins are nesting in a peg bag in my carport, after removing all the pegs! Let us know if you have any unusual nests in your garden or workplace. report your sightings
Hot news - as of today you can watch our kestrel pair live in their nest box at Lorton Meadows nature reserve. No eggs yet but it could happen any time now. Beware - you may get hooked!
Click here for Kestrel Cam
Nicky Hoar
Communications Officer
nhoar@dorsetwildlife.co.uk
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Are you a photographer?
We know that many of you are keen photographers of the countryside. Would you like to see your photos on the web and maybe even in our publications and in the media? Maybe you would just like to get out on our reserves and learn more with a group of like-minded photographers? We are starting a new Photographic Group for members. Contact us if you are interested. lobunce@dorsetwildlife.co.uk
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Wildlife Workshops
Want to improve your wildlife or conservation skills? We have a programme of expert-led workshops. Check out the programme but book early to avoid disappointment! info@dorsetwildlife.co.uk
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Enjoy an afternoon in the gardens
Sunday 17th May 2pm - 5pm gardens in Charminster, near Dorchester, will be open in aid of DWT. You can park at our HQ Brooklands Farm, Forston DT2 7AA and take a minibus to enjoy 2 acres of beautiful gardens plus stalls and, of course, teas. The gardens are all in North Street, at 29, 30 and 30A. Have you got your Wildlife Friendly Garden Award yet?
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Wanted - Young Marine Wardens
Are you aged 13 to 19? Are you keen to discover what, why and how marine species adapt to surviving on the rocky shore? Are you concerned about the lack of protection for our UK seas? Want to meet friends with similar interests? We are recruiting for the K Team at the Purbeck Marine Wildlife Reserve for September. Find out more
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East Dorset Wildlife Day
It's open house at our Urban Wildlife Centre on Saturday 16th June 11-2, with guided walks on Upton Heath, activities, great DWT refreshments including BBQ and a chance to see some real live wildlife and meet our real live urban team.
The Urban Wildlife Centre is at Beacon Hill Lane, Corfe Mullen BH21 3RX, right on the edge of Upton Heath.
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WILDLIFE SPOT
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Peacock Worms off Brownsea
Divers on a Seasearch training weekend were lucky to see these spectacular peacock worms just off Pottery Pier on Brownsea Island . DWT's Peter Tinsley was really pleased to get this photo, especially as it shows just what fantastic native wildlife is hidden in Poole Harbour. The worms use these fan-like tentacles, about the size of a hand, to filter their food.
Don't forget to check out wildlife to see this month
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