Another depressing post...
It's not just eggers to be aware of. I've put a post on my
blog about some of the local problems at the minute. This involves thugs chasing ducklings about, birders stood on the roof of a hide causing disturbance to breeding birds and birders stood in the middle of a very sensitive location (this makes the dearly departed Mannix look like a saint!).
So in summary, maybe really consider releasing news of birds (rare or scarce) where there are potentially sensitve species present and potentially breeding. Not all birders have the same regard for birds as you'd hope.
Cheers, Andy
Hi Andy
tried to post comment on your blog, but due to IT probs failed. That pic of a bloke isn't me, but could easily have been. I was led to believe ok to wander down onto the site, staying away from obvious areas where birds were etc.
I think many York birders have seen this a decent birding spot for some time,not myself as i only discovered it through Tim and Ollie's posts, and may not be use to the idea of staying off site.
Don't know the guy in photo....but a month ago could have been me...didn't know any better!
I hope this all works out well for the birds....i sense your anger....but that guy might have been workinjg that patch for ages??Do u know the absolute details??Also...have seen dog walkers/students/runners in exact same area.
Its harsh to chastise someone when that is going on!
I couldn't make meeting last night....but I have been in touch with Tim and have offered my full support. Will help in any capacity I can.
As a full time family doc, free time is hard earned for me, but i will gladly help with any moves re Hes east.
Please don't take this as criticism, just feel there needs to be a bit of tongue holding,its not a wildlife site.Best bet in my opinion is
1) approach uni as has been suggested
2)stop reporting birds
3)lets put our own 'illegal' signs up saying no entry, it might put a few off.
4) Bugger! still haven't managed a gropper!!:-O
Cheers
Paul
ps I am on YOUR side !!!