Say Hello to Ranger Helena

In this post we introduce you to Ranger Helena, our newest member of the Bird Wise North Kent team and her trusty sidekick Ranger Dog Suki. “For those of you that I haven’t had the privilege to bump into yet – nice to meet you, I’m Ranger Helena. For those who’ve already met me out and about on the North … Read More

Winter Blues – How do birds adapt to cold weather?

Snow covering the coast of the estuary

Last week we saw temperatures plummet with most of Kent covered in snow and ice.  Life is tough enough for our over wintering birds but how do they cope with freezing conditions and what can we do to help?  Ranger Mel takes a look at what the cold snap means for our feathered friends. In our blogs and articles, we … Read More

Back on the coast this winter!

The three rangers standing at a social distance with Jasper the Springer Spaniel

There is no doubt that 2020 has been a different year for everyone, but some things have remained the same and that includes our Seasonal Rangers, as we welcome them back for another winter season. This is the third year that Julie and Mel have joined us on the North Kent Marshes and they are looking forward to speaking to … Read More

Ranger Round Up – Part 1

As the leaves start to change colour and the wintering birds begin arriving on our coast, October marks the start of our winter season and the return of our Seasonal Rangers.  This month Ranger Julie gives us an update on what she has been up to over the summer months. Over the summer I’ve been working as a wildlife guide … Read More