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SUMMARY:Beetle Field Recorder Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Connor Butler to help record the beetles of Lesnes Abbey Woods\n\n\n\nBeetles are vitally important insects that contribute significantly to biodiversity and ecosystem health. Many species help recycle nutrients by breaking down leaf litter and deadwood\, while others control pests in gardens and parks\, and others are pollinators. London’s brownfield sites\, green spaces\, and waterways provide refuges for specialist and rare beetles that are declining elsewhere\, and the city is also often an entry point for species new to Britain. Recording beetle species enables site managers to identify and protect important habitats and maintain the ecological balance of our green spaces. \nOn this Field Recorder Day\, we invite you to join fellow nature enthusiasts for a day dedicated to finding\, identifying\, and recording beetles in a relaxed and supportive setting. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced naturalist\, this event offers a great opportunity to share knowledge\, build confidence in biological recording\, and refine your identification skills – all with guidance from beetle specialist Connor Butler. \n\n\n\n\nWhat will the day involve?\n\nHands-on experience using different methods to collect and record a variety of beetle families.\nPractical training in specimen collection and preservation.\nGuidance on identifying beetles in the field and understanding which specimens require further examination under a microscope.\nA chance to connect with like-minded individuals from diverse backgrounds who share an interest in entomology and wildlife recording.
URL:https://www.lesnesabbeywoods.org/event/beetle-field-recorder-day/
LOCATION:Lesnes Abbey Lodge\, New Road\, London\, London\, SE2 0AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lesnes Events,Lesnes Learn
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SUMMARY:Lesnes Archaeological Dig
DESCRIPTION:500 years ago\, Cardinal Wolsey ordered the dissolution of Lesnes Abbey. Its ruin has stood ever since\, but how much more is there to find? Join the dig to help archaeologists find out…\nAre you ready to dig into history? Archaeologists are on mission to find out how much more there could be to Lesnes Abbey\, in commemoration of the 500 year anniversary of its dissolution.\n\n\n\nFunded by National Lottery Heritage Fund\, this is an exciting opportunity to help archaeologists unearth new information about the history of this fascinating site. \nBook a place on the dig (ages 12+ upwards and under 16s must be accompanied by an adult) and we’ll show you how to excavate alongside our friendly team of archaeologists. Your discoveries could change what we know about Lesnes Abbey\, and will contribute to a wider understanding of this historic site. Plus\, you’ll have plenty of fun while you’re at it. \n\nWe are inviting you to come along in the week to see the dig and gain hands-on opportunities to learn archaeological field skills. By the end of the experience\, those involved will have an insight into how archaeologists dig scientifically and how artefacts are carefully collected and discoveries are recorded as they are found.   \nIf you wish to pass by\, you will be able to observe the Dig taking place 21st – 26th April. However\, places to participate in the dig itself are available between Thursday and Saturday am (9:30) or pm (13:00) for 3 hours (please book) .   \nYoung Archaeologists  \nFor all the budding young archaeologists (6-12) there will be an opportunity to do a Spoil Heap Rummage Thursday – Saturday 3.30 – 4pm (booking will be essential)
URL:https://www.lesnesabbeywoods.org/event/lesnes-archaeological-dig/
LOCATION:Lesnes Abbey Lodge\, New Road\, London\, London\, SE2 0AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lesnes Events,Lesnes Learn
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SUMMARY:Archaeology Week Walks Talks and Demonstrations
DESCRIPTION:Between Friday 17 April and Sunday 26 April the Friends of Lesnes Abbey and Woods will be running historical walks\, talks and exhibitions to accompany the archaeological digging and tell you all about Lesnes Abbey.  Booking is essential please click here to book. There is lots to choose from:-\n\nA special tour of St Johns Church\, Erith\, where many of the artefacts from Lesnes Abbey reside.  \nA fascinating tour of the Abbey\, where you will learn about it’s history and how it came to be built\nTalks in the lodge that focuses on the dissolution of the abbey\nAn exhibition about the history of Lesnes Abbey in the lodge\n\nIn The Clearing on Saturday 25 April Creative Nature HQ are inviting visitors to The Clearing Open Day where you will be able to see demonstrations in the ancient art of casting and copper forming and textile printing with natural dye.  No need to book you can just turn up. For information about all their amazing other workshops in The Clearing please click here \nYou are also welcome to come to the Finds Experience and Trench Tours Thursday – Saturday 16-25 April: Places are limited (first come\, first served)\, turn up at Lesnes Dig site (below Lesnes Lodge) \nFinds Experience 14:30 – 16:00 (Lesnes Abbey Lodge) Trench Tour – 16:00 -16:30 Lesnes Dig site (below Lesnes Lodge)
URL:https://www.lesnesabbeywoods.org/event/archaeology-week-walks-talks-and-demonstrations/
CATEGORIES:Lesnes Events,Lesnes Learn
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SUMMARY:General Field Recorder Day
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nJoin us for a General Field Recorder Day at Lesnes Abbey Woods – no taxonomic focus\, we will be recording a bit of everything! \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin like-minded people with an interest in recording wildlife observations for a day identifying and recording in an informal environment. Naturalists of all levels (from beginner to expert) will be able to share their experiences with peers and help one another improve their knowledge and build confidence in biological recording. \n\n\nWhat will the day involve?\n\nPractical experience of finding and identifying a range of species in the field.\nThe opportunity to share expertise and teach others.\nA chance to meet fellow like-minded people from a range of different disciplines.\n\n\n\n\nWhat do I need to know in advance? \n\nThis event is aimed at adults only.\nAttendance is free\, but booking is essential as spaces are limited.\nRecorders of all abilities are welcome.\nIdentification will take place in the field whenever possible\, but some specimens may need to be collected to be observed in more detail and identified at a later date.\nWe’ll be outside for the whole day so please bring suitable clothing for the weather\, as well as lunch and any snacks you will require with you on the day.
URL:https://www.lesnesabbeywoods.org/event/general-field-recorder-day/
LOCATION:Lesnes Abbey Lodge\, New Road\, London\, London\, SE2 0AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lesnes Events,Lesnes Learn
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