……….is what separates Maggs Ashton's marine life photos from what the rest of us take. Maggs is an experienced SCUBA diver and Coastwise member, and took us on an underwater trip round the local coast from Ilfracombe to Barnstaple Bay,
…..no, much better, Lydia Deacon from the West Country Rivers Trust gave Coastwise members a comprehensive insight into the work the Trust does to monitor and improve river water quality. This is clearly a crucial element in coastal water quality
….or at least occasionally if you'rer looking for seaweed. Professional algologist and Coastwise member Dr Sarah Hodgkiss gave other members a masterly overview of the seaweeds we can find and how to identify them. Some are indicator species, such as
……….is normal for Coastwise members. Or at least in the talks series, which this week featured Debbie Frazer on the birds seen during frequent walks along Fremington Pill. This haven for bird life has yielded a good range for her,
……………and you're bound to see lots of Limpets and Anenomes. Nicola Mello gave Coastwise members an identification guide to both; like a lot of things, some are easy, but some are harder. Limpets come in a variety of shapes and
…..come in all sizes, according to ecologist Pip Jollands, who gave Coastwise members a refresher on shells that can be found on the shore. This is to help the survey process, with members getting back to the shore after a
…..except that we're not going rowing, but heading out on the first shore survey for a long time ! To get Coastwise members into the right frame of mind for Lee Bay on 27th April, Paula Ferris gave an expert
……..than London, as Coastwise's Jay Nicholson described the Shetland Isles to members as part of the summer talks series. Jay, a keen birder, wife and friends (being very patient while Jay photographed the birds) toured round the Shetland Isles. There's
…..but we aren't allowwed to have gatherings larger than 6 people yet, so Coastwise has assembled a Summer Talks Programme to tide us over until we can get together in person again. Click here to download the Programme If you've
…..now, is the view of old friend of Coastwise, Dr Keith Hiscock. Keith is now an Associate Fellow of the Marine Biological Association, who is a native of Ilfracombe and although he now lives in Plymouth, still dives with the
