Bassetlaw District Council’s Ranger Service, in association with Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust will be running Bird Identification Walks at Langold Country Park on Tuesday 30 Aug 2011 and at Retford’s King’s Park on Thursday 1 September.

Both walks run from 1pm to 3pm. Those taking part are encouraged to bring their own binoculars and bird identification books, as well as suitable clothing on the day.

Portfolio holder for Environment and Leisure, Julie Leigh, said, “There will be a little walking involved, but the event is aimed at all ages, young and old. Both sites are well known to be rich in bird life and the walks are an ideal opportunity for beginners to be introduced to the pleasures of bird watching, otherwise known as twitching.

“Both Langold Country Park and King’s Park are extraordinary nature reserves, right on the doorstep of most Bassetlaw residents. It is hoped that the walks will inspire more people to get the itch to twitch.”

Meeting place for the Langold Country Park walk is at Andy’s Café in the main car park at 1pm. For the King’s Park walk, participants meet at the fountain at 1pm.

For further details contact Park Ranger, Andy Roworth on Tel 01909 533 380 or 534 525.