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    Ortac Gannet colony

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    Seabird ringing

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    Saye Baye

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    Gulls at sunset

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    Alderney sunrise

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    Black Redstart

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    Gannets

The September Alderney Bird Observatory Ringing Course is now open to all UK ringers.
 
Running from 21st to 27th September 2026
 
Brief Outline
The course will run daily with mist netting, spring trapping and other trapping methods being used to catch in the main passerines and near passerines, with three sites available. Mist netting will take place from dawn until catching stops. Other activities may be undertaken after mist netting in the afternoon should opportunities arise. There will be talks and discussions arranged for each evening at a location where all can meet on various subjects such as moult, trapping techniques, ageing and sexing, identification and other subjects.
 
The cost of the course is £450 
 
To ensure a quality experience and maximum learning for delegates there will only be eight places available. If you are interested and would like more information or to book a place please contact Paul Roper, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
 
Ringing at MinezRinging at Minez

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