About the event

Meet at Gentleshaw Common at the wooden barrier at the reserve entrance. Located opposite the Ye Olde Windmill Inn (WS15 4NF)

Gentleshaw Common, Rugeley, Staffordshire Common Side road

Parking information

- Near to the Ye Olde Windmill Inn: What three words ///today.remove.wiser Google map pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4rUBKCw5pAq59WZN7

Event details – Activity - A bioblitz is an event where people get together to record as many species as possible at a specific area.

Come and help the Site Ranger collect some amazing nature records at Gentleshaw Common for a mini site bioblitz. We will be walking a route around the site with sweep nets, Identification charts, and bug pots!

At our mini bioblitz, learn about the importance of citizen science, Lowland heathland and how to look after our amazing wildlife! You never know what you might find!

We will be using the iNaturalist app (green bird icon on app) to record our amazing wildlife finds. If you have the free iNaturalist app or website log in (https://uk.inaturalist.org/) then you can record as you go, with help from the Ranger, and your observations will all collect in the specially created bioblitz project.

If you don’t have a log in, or don’t want access to iNaturalist then don’t worry, the site ranger will help to take records with you.

Who can attend – Open to all - All under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Price - Free to attend but booking for this event is required.

About - Walking trails - A network of paths crossing the heathland which can be muddy and uneven in places

Facilities – Please note there are no facilities on site but there are nearby eating pubs if needed or the Wolseley Centre just 20 minutes away.

Access - There are a network of paths crossing the heathland. It can be muddy and uneven in places

Disabled access - There are no gates on the site and there are tracks that will take off-road mobility scooters

What to bring – If you have a smart phone then a log on for the free iNaturalist app/website is helpful, but not essential. Suitable clothing for the outdoors and weather, and sturdy footwear. Rough terrain and muddy in places. You may want to bring a camera for nature pictures, or your phone to help with the recording. Bring binoculars if you have a pair. In case you need it, feel free to bring lunch or a snack if staying the whole session. Sun protection is also useful.

Provided on the day - Basic ID charts available to use on the day but you can bring your own too. Sweep nets and bug pots will also be provided.

We ask that you do not attend this event if you, or anyone in your household, is showing symptoms of any contagious illness.

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What to bring: If you have a smart phone then a log on for the free iNaturalist app/website is helpful, but not essential. Suitable clothing for the outdoors and weather, and sturdy footwear. Rough terrain and muddy in places. You may want to bring a camera for nature pictures, or your phone to help with the recording. Bring binoculars if you have a pair. Basic ID charts available to use on the day but you can bring your own too. In case you need it, feel free to bring lunch or a snack if staying the whole session.

For more information, please contact us at getwild@staffs-wildlife.org.uk

For this event, it is recommended that you book in advance but you can drop in. 

Please check your spam folder for your booking confirmation email if you have not received one after making the booking.

We ask that you do not attend this event if you, or anyone in your household, is showing symptoms of any contagious illness.

Staffordshire Wildlife Trust are committed to safeguarding children and young people - please click this link to see our safeguarding policy: https://www.staffs-wildlife.org.uk/our-policies

Your personal data is treated in the strictest confidence by Staffordshire Wildlife Trust. A copy of our Privacy Policy can be found at: www.staffs-wildlife.org.uk

Like our Facebook page for more activities: https://www.facebook.com/swtactivities