Join me at a favourite reserve of mine as we hunt down one of the biggest birds in the skies – the White-tailed Eagle.
Gone are the days when you had to travel to the western isles of Scotland to enjoy these magnificent birds – as a reintroduction project on the Isle of Wight has restored them as a breeding species in southern England over the last few years.
This quest takes us to RSPB Arne in Dorset. Jutting out into Poole Harbour. It gives us a perfect vantage point to keep our eyes out for the area’s breeding pair of adult eagles, as well as other juvenile birds which are often hanging around the area too.
It’s not just eagles we’ll be keeping our eyes peeled for; thanks to another successful reintroduction project there is now a thriving population of Ospreys. Not to mention the Peregrines and Hobbies knocking around too!
We’ll be taking a route right through the heart of this amazing heathland reserve, on a path rarely open to the public, giving us an excellent chance of spotting the Dartford Warblers, Stonechats & Woodlarks that live here too. We’ll be taking in amazing views of the harbour where we hope to spot our eagles, but will also be meandering through farmland, woodland, and salt marsh as we build our species list.
Meeting point: RSPB Arne. (Exact location given after booking.)
Duration: Walks last for approximately 3 hours.
Price: £40
More details
- Places are limited to 15 people per walk. The event will last for approximately three hours – please arrive 10 minutes before the event is due to begin.
- The wildlife IS wild and can be unpredictable. We stand a good chance of seeing our target species, but we cannot guarantee our quest will be a success – although we WILL see some great things along the way!
- This is an outdoor event that is completely open to the weather. In the case of extreme conditions, the walks may be cancelled in order to maintain a high-quality experience. If this is the case you will be contacted about refunds or rebooking.
- The route will take place on well-walked paths but terrain can be uneven. The walks will be manageable for most people with moderate fitness, but please consider your personal fitness levels before booking.
- Please check the forecast before visiting and dress accordingly. Sturdy footwear is always recommended.
- This experience is not suitable for dogs.
Facilities
- The walk begins and ends at the RSPB café/shop.
- Facilities include toilets & accessible toilets, a car park and café.
- Parking is available but there is a fee for non-RSPB members.