Nature & Environment

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  Cheshire East Ranger events - November 2022

  Winter is almost upon us, but Cheshire East’s countryside sites are still providing some stunning views.

  We’ve been blessed with some amazing sunsets and misty mornings, such as the one above, recently captured at Brereton Heath Local Nature Reserve by Ranger Mark Arnold.

  As the nights draw in and the temperatures drop, the Ranger Service are coming to the end of its 2022 event programme but don’t worry we’ve still some great events for you to enjoy next month.

  Take a look at all the Ranger Service events taking place across Cheshire East this November.

  

  During 2022 our colleagues from the Bollin Valley Partnership are celebrating its 50th year of countryside management in the River Bollin catchment. They have undertaken a number of special projects to mark this achievement and one of these has been to produce a timelapse video of the Bollin Valley Way. This is primarily to showcase the stunning scenery and contrasting landscapes of the long-distance walking trail but also allows us to share the trail with people with mobility issues who can’t normally access footpaths.

  Tuesday, 1st November - Pram Fit / Outdoor Fitness Taster Class

  

  A fantastic way to get back in shape, after the birth of your child, with personal trainer Kelly Morley. Pram Fit takes place every Tuesday, join us for your first taster class for FREE (further sessions are £6 each week).

  Anyone can come to the class at any level of fitness. No experience needed. Any pram is fine, and the even better news is that you don’t need childcare as you bring your baby with you. There are a variety of exercises including toning, cardio and sometimes the boxing gloves come out for some fun!

  Time: 10.00am to 11.00am
  Meeting point: Astbury Mere Country Park, Sandy Lane, off A34 Newcastle Road, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 4FR (SJ846627)
  Leader: Personal Trainer Kelly Morley
  Information: 07803 245590 or email Kelly Morley
  (Please wear suitable footwear and clothing / Healthy Walk – Event / Full accessibility - level or ramped access. Accessible toilets available / Children must be accompanied by an adult / Car parking charge)

  Tuesday, 1st November - Birdwatching - Understanding More About Autumn Birds with Nature Stuff - Tuesdays

  

  Get more out of your birdwatching - join Tina from Nature Stuff for a five-week Birdwatching Course.
  Suitable for beginners, improvers and those wanting to learn more about bird identification, behaviour and conservation.

  The course will visit different locations each week. As well as identification tips and field craft the course will cover topics such as bird habitats and adaptations. Sessions will examine the environmental issues facing local bird populations and how wildlife habitat management practice can address them – new topics and issues considered every session!

  Enjoy getting out into local green spaces and understanding more about our wild birds. 2-hour sessions on the following Tuesday mornings - November 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th.

  Booking and payment for all five sessions, in advance, is essential. Total cost £65.
  
  (Please note a minimum number of enrolments are required for the course to run. In the event of course cancellation full refunds will be given).

  Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm
  Meeting point for first session (November 1st): Tegg’s Nose Country Park Visitor Centre, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP (SJ950733)
  Booking: Book tickets for Understanding More About Autumn Birds - Tuesdays
  Information: 07870804413 or visit the Nature Stuff website
  (Places limited - please book in advance / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / Partnership event / Please leave your dog at home / There is a charge, payable in advance, for attending this event)

  Book tickets for Understanding More About Autumn Birds - Tuesdays

  Wednesday, 2nd November - Birdwatching - Understanding More About Autumn Birds with Nature Stuff - Wednesdays

  

  Get more out of your birdwatching - join Tina from Nature Stuff for a five-week Birdwatching Course.
  Suitable for beginners, improvers and those wanting to learn more about bird identification, behaviour and conservation.

  The course will visit different locations each week. As well as identification tips and field craft the course will cover topics such as bird habitats and adaptations. Sessions will examine the environmental issues facing local bird populations and how wildlife habitat management practice can address them – new topics and issues considered every session!

  Enjoy getting out into local green spaces and understanding more about our wild birds. 2-hour sessions on the following Wednesday mornings - November 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th.

  Booking and payment for all five sessions, in advance, is essential. Total cost £65.
  
  (Please note a minimum number of enrolments are required for the course to run. In the event of course cancellation full refunds will be given).

  Time: 10.00am to 12.00pm
  Meeting point for first session (November 2nd): Tegg’s Nose Country Park Visitor Centre, Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield, SK11 0AP (SJ950733)
  Booking: Book tickets for Understanding More About Autumn Birds - Wednesdays
  Information: 07870804413 or visit the Nature Stuff website
  (Places limited - please book in advance / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / Partnership event / Please leave your dog at home / There is a charge, payable in advance, for attending this event)

  Book tickets for Understanding More About Autumn Birds - Wednesdays

   

  Tuesday, 8th November - Rhody Bashing - Conservation in Action - Six

  

  Rhododendron ponticum is an invasive non-native species that is extremely harmful to healthy woodland habitat. We are in the process of removing this plant from Tytherington wood by physically uprooting it.

  The work is heavy, the breaks enjoyable. Help ranger Jim and volunteers from the Mersey Rivers Trust to remove this invasive plant from Tytherington Wood.

  Booking in advance is essential.

  Booking in advance is essential.

  Time: 9.30am to 3.00pm
  Meeting point: Roadside parking, Dorchester Way, Tytherington, Macclesfield, just south of Walton Heath Drive, SK10 2UG (SJ910757)
  Leader: Bollin Valley Partnership Ranger Jim Middlemass
  Booking: Book tickets for Rhody Bashing - Conservation in Action - Six by 3rd November
  Information: 01625 374790
  (Children must be accompanied by an adult / Places limited - please book in advance / Please leave your dog at home / Partnership event / Please wear suitable boots and clothing / Suitable for anyone over the age of 13 / Bring a packed lunch / Strenuous walking grade)

  Book tickets for Book tickets for Rhody Bashing - Conservation in Action - 6

  Saturday, 26th November - Chainsaw Carving in Macclesfield Forest

  Watch Ranger Ed carve a native creature from a tree stump sourced from Macclesfield Forest.

  Time: 10.30am to 2.30pm
  Meeting point: Trentabank Ranger Station, Macclesfield Forest, Standing Stone Road, Langley, Cheshire, SK11 0NS (SJ962711)
  Leader: Cheshire East Council Countryside Ranger Ed Pilkington
  Information: 01625 383700
  (Ideal for families and accompanied children / Children must be accompanied by an adult / Partnership event / Please wear suitable boots and clothing)