Priory Water 2008

[Kayleigh]

I hope to be able to make it. Depending on health issues.
An op may be on the cards..So if alls well I will see you there. Fingers crossed.

[DavyG]

Only a few days to go now and the weather forecast looks promising.

Definitely looking forward to this trip!

Dave

[PMG]

Originally Posted by Kayleigh

I hope to be able to make it. Depending on health issues.
An op may be on the cards..So if alls well I will see you there. Fingers crossed.

Fingers crossed for you Kayleigh - an op if you need one - but hopefully not

Originally Posted by DavyG

Only a few days to go now and the weather forecast looks promising.

Definitely looking forward to this trip!

Dave

.......and I've got my fingers crossed and my gob shut about the weather - as the last time I went on and on about the meet at Minsmere and then backed out at the last minute as it was bad weather versus petrol costs ......... yesterday was sunny but quite cool - shivery in the wind - but forecast says warming up .........

Pauline

[Fourwings]

With just over a fortnight to go things are looking good.
The reserve is looking fantastic and its already heaving with insect life, already on the wing are;
Four-spotted Chaser
Broad-bodied Chaser
Hairy Dragonfly
Common Blue Damselfly
Azure Damselfly
Variable Damselfly
Blue-Tailed Damselfly
Large Red Damselfly
Red-eyed Damselfly
Banded Demoiselle

I am confident that these will be joined by Emperor Dragonfly, Black-Tailed Skimmer, & White-legged Damselfly by June 7th.

There is also a brilliant supporting cast of Butterflies, Birds, Moths, plants etc.... this meet really is aimed at letting people see the reserve at its best time of year. Those who attended last year in August and thought it was good then are in for a pleasant suprise.

We are looking at the possibility of adding into the weekend a visit to a small reserve less than a couple of miles away from Priory Water, this is a stunning place for Butterflies and will guarantee sightings of Dingy Skipper, Grizzled Skipper, Green Hairstreak, Brown Argus and loads of other commoner species.

All we need now is the weather to be kind to us, warm sunshine during the day and a warm night for the mothing session would be great.

[PMG]

oooh! white legged damsel and Grizzled Skipper - yes please! Then lots of moths and a few new ones would make me very happy

Pauline

[pressld2]

I'm really looking forward to this meet, whatever the weather!

I'm trying to arrange things so that I can get there for approx midday on the Saturday - fingers crossed.

Dave P.

[Kayleigh]

Originally Posted by PMG

Fingers crossed for you Kayleigh - an op if you need one - but hopefully not



.......and I've got my fingers crossed and my gob shut about the weather - as the last time I went on and on about the meet at Minsmere and then backed out at the last minute as it was bad weather versus petrol costs ......... yesterday was sunny but quite cool - shivery in the wind - but forecast says warming up .........

Pauline

Thanks Pauline.

[John]

For those that haven't been there before you are in for a treat. For those that have never done Mothing before (or maybe you think you may not be interested) please think about doing the Mothing night with us. If the weather is right you will see moths that you never thought existed.

This is usually one of the very best meets you can go to, especially with a Chines or Indian take away to eat before the Mothing gets seriously underway.

A real feel good meet.

John

[JoulesH]

I can recommend Kings at Asfordby they do a great chinese! Unfortunately I can't make this meet which is only a few miles down river from me, I have family visiting that w/e and we have already made other plans.

On a separate note - Steve, are you coming over to look round our ponds/river some time soon?
cheers JoulesH

[PMG]

Originally Posted by John

For those that haven't been there before you are in for a treat. For those that have never done Mothing before (or maybe you think you may not be interested) please think about doing the Mothing night with us. If the weather is right you will see moths that you never thought existed.

This is usually one of the very best meets you can go to, especially with a Chines or Indian take away to eat before the Mothing gets seriously underway.

A real feel good meet.

John

You couldn't drive me off with a big stick John .......... and that's all I'm going to say cos I wound myself up over the Minsmere meet and then backed out at the last min cos of fuel costs and site fees when the weather was dire - so I'm not going to 'hex' this meet by warbling on

Pauline

Moth trap is out in the garden - tho the rain is begining - and urban mothing in many parts of the north west has been hopeless to nill ...........

[Kayleigh]

Hopefully me and tufftie will be coming..
We need a camp site near. Does anyone know of any close by... Help..

[Fourwings]

Kayleigh - have a look at this link, it should help.

Greendale Farm Park , Oakham Campsite

This is the closest by far that I can find, its about 8 miles away from the reserve and I have heard that it is a very nice site.

[Kayleigh]

Originally Posted by Fourwings

Kayleigh - have a look at this link, it should help.

Greendale Farm Park , Oakham Campsite

This is the closest by far that I can find, its about 8 miles away from the reserve and I have heard that it is a very nice site.

It looks a lovely site. Will prob book this one as the mothing night sounds great. Thanks Fourwings

[Fourwings]

Let me know if you get booked in there Kayleigh and I can then give you directions to Priory Water.
Look forward to meeting you both.

[Kayleigh]

Originally Posted by Fourwings

Let me know if you get booked in there Kayleigh and I can then give you directions to Priory Water.
Look forward to meeting you both.

Thanks will do..

[pressld2]

Originally Posted by John

For those that have never done Mothing before (or maybe you think you may not be interested) please think about doing the Mothing night with us. If the weather is right you will see moths that you never thought existed.

I've never done it before and am definitely going to be there for it. Just one small concern... I'm moth phobic! So I may need someone to hold my hand and administer a cold flannel or a firm slap as necessary.

Dave P.

[Kayleigh]

Originally Posted by pressld2

I've never done it before and am definitely going to be there for it. Just one small concern... I'm moth phobic! So I may need someone to hold my hand and administer a cold flannel or a firm slap as necessary.

Dave P.

I will and we can bury the hatchet on the rats.

[pressld2]

Thanks Kayleigh!

We disagree on the rats but we agree on the patio heaters - swings and roundabouts!

Dave P.

[Jez]

Lots going to Priory Water. Have a top time all

[mrs fish]

Is it this weekend or next weekend ?

I know you will all have a good time

Big prayers for Pauline so she gets there

[John]

June 7th / 8th.

John

Originally Posted by mrs fish

Is it this weekend or next weekend ?

I know you will all have a good time

Big prayers for Pauline so she gets there

[PMG]

Originally Posted by mrs fish

Is it this weekend or next weekend ?

I know you will all have a good time

Big prayers for Pauline so she gets there

Oh bless you I almost darn't speak for fear of something going wrong - so instead I'm going to start a mantra ......... I'm going to Priory: I'm going to Priory: I'm going to Priory: I'm going to Priory:

Pauline

[NickCantle]

I'm still hoping to be able to attend, but what with the recent petrol price rise, I might not be able to afford it. I'll have to see