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NHM London Trip POSTPONED
It is with regret that we have taken the decision to postpone the trip to the Natural History Museum, London due to take place on 3rd June.
We are hoping to re-schedule the visit for 2021.
Maggie will be in touch shortly with those that have booked on the trip.
Stay safe and well.
COVID-19 restrictions update
Cancellation of all IWNHAS meetings until further notice
We regret that due to COVID-19 restrictions we have cancelled ALL Society meetings (both indoor and outdoor) until further notice
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Conference POSTPONED
It is with regret that we have to postpone the forthcoming IWNHAS Conference – Sat 4th April and ‘Bioblitz’ on Sunday 5th April due to the coronavirus emergency.
We are hopeful that we can reschedule the conference for Spring 2021. (more…)
Conference – Saturday 4th April
Visit tinyurl.com/sxzpskv for tickets to our forthcoming conference ‘Environmental Change on the Isle of Wight: past, present & future’ on Saturday 4th April 2020 at The Riverside Centre.
There’s a packed programme for this special event featuring local and regional speakers and national experts all with knowledge of the Island (more…)
Native Species Conservation Evening – March 2nd
As part of the IW Zoo’s WildHeart Trust project, a Native Species Conservation evening is being held next Monday – March 2nd, 18:30 – 12:30hrs at The Zoo Cafe.
Dr. Jon Fishman, volunteer with the Isle of Wight Red Squirrel Trust and Richard Grogan, lead officer for the IOW AONB, will be speaking about Red Squirrel Conservation and the new Biosphere Reserve Status for the Island.
All ages welcome. Refreshments will be available.
No need to book. The evening will be run on a voluntary donation basis (£5 per person suggested) and the proceeds from this will go to the IW Red Squirrel Trust and the Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society (many thanks to the IW Biosphere team for nominating IWNHAS).
Centenary Conference Tickets now available
Visit tinyurl.com/sxzpskv for tickets to our forthcoming conference ‘Environmental Change on the Isle of Wight: past, present & future’ on Saturday 4th April 2020 at The Riverside Centre.
There’s a packed programme for this special event featuring local and regional speakers and national experts all with knowledge of the Island (more…)
Wood calamint lay-by clearance CHANGE OF DATE
In view of the weather forecast for Saturday 15th February, when Storm Dennis is predicted to bring high winds and rain, the decision has been made to postpone this activity until Saturday 22nd February 10 am, when at present, the forecast is better.
If further changes need to be made, they will be posted here.
Centenary Conference – Environmental Change on the Isle of Wight: past, present & future
Tickets are now available online at: tinyurl.com/sxzpskv for our forthcoming conference ‘Environmental Change on the Isle of Wight: past, present & future’ on Saturday 4th April 2020 at The Riverside Centre.
There’s a packed programme for this special event featuring local and regional speakers and national experts all with knowledge of the Island (more…)
Recorders’ Conference 2020
The annual IW Wildlife Recorders’ Conference is coming up soon – Saturday 1st February, 14:00 – 16:30hrs, Arreton Community Centre and is open to anybody with an interest in wildlife recording.
More info here
A Life in Nature Exhibition
The Society currently has specially commissioned artwork, specimens and artefacts on show as part of the current Quay Arts Open Biennial exhibition ‘A Life in Nature’ – our next event in the IWNHAS Centenary Celebrations calendar.
Read more here
