2021 began with more lockdowns, restrictions and cancelled plans. Winter had already gone on for what felt like an eternity. I knew I needed a project, for spring at least. The most obvious was nesting season because it naturally carries on and intertwines with my home and work life. This Read more…
It has been a few weeks now since the grouse season ended. The uplands that surround me have now changed to their rather neutral winter colours and with everyone being back in lockdown, it has all gone rather quiet. A ‘normal’ shooting season sees people from all different walks of Read more…
Ironically, lockdown has been busy for me. It has given me a unique opportunity to spend quality time with my local wildlife that even I, as a nature lover, perhaps have taken for granted in the past. Today is a break in my time with the birds and animals of Read more…
If you read my last blog you will know I have recently been following a few Lapwings whilst they have been sitting on their nests incubating their eggs. As I have followed these individuals I have got to know them quite well, learning their daily routines and witnessing their personalities. Read more…
Lately, where I live has become the centre of attention for ground nesting birds. Whether it be red grouse, lapwings, curlews or the many breeds of plover, wherever you walk, you will spot them! Lapwings are an easy spot when out and about as they will let you know where Read more…