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17 August

On 17/08/2019

In Bat Walk, Calendar, Public engagement, Uncategorized

International Bat Night

Come along to one of our free public bat walks to celebrate the 23rd International Bat Night. You will have the chance to hear about the different species in Jersey, how they live and the challenges they face. There will be an opportunity to use bat detectors and listen to the bats flying and feeding. Hopefully, you’ll be able to see some bats too. The walks are free (although donations are appreciated) and will be at staggered intervals between just after sunset. They will last approximately an hour and a half and you will need suitable clothing, sturdy walking shoes and a torch. Weather permitting there willRead More →

01 March

By Amy Hall

On 01/03/2019

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2019 AGM 6th March 2019

Jersey Bat Group AGM The AGM date has been set for 7.30 pm at the Members Room, Societe Jersaise, Pier Road, St Helier on 6th March. The agenda is as follows: There will be a review of the activities of the group in 2018 and information on the plans for 2019. The accounts will be presented for approval.. If anyone would like to join the committee as Communications Officer to help with publicity and media coverage to create a positive general public awareness of the JBG and its activities then please email us and we can send some more details of what would be involved. After the AGM, Ed Bell willRead More →

12 February

By Amy Hall

On 12/02/2019

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Wild about Jersey and Seedy Sunday

Wild about Jersey and Seedy Sunday Saturday 16th February – Bats for Beginners and Introduction to the Jersey Bat Survey (JBatS) 12.15pm to 12.45 @ Le Rocquier School with Henry Glynn Register on Eventbrite to reserve your training space Learn about ‘what is a bat, bat myths, evolution and diversity, why are they so special, flight, echolocation and community, where do they live, what do they eat and how do they reproduce and bat ecology and adaptation?’ Sunday 17th February – Join us for Seedy Sunday We will have a stall where you can join us to learn about bats, find out about what the JerseyRead More →

04 September

By Amy Hall

On 04/09/2018

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Free Walk – 15th September – Mill Pond, St Peter’s Valley

As part of the National Trust Jersey’s ‘Walking through Autumn Festival’ please join the the Jersey Bat Group on a circular walk with a difference around St Peter’s valley as the sun sets. Look out for these wonderful flying creatures. Find out how many species we have in Jersey and see them in flight. Meeting Point: Mill Pond Car Park Parking: Mill Pond Car Park Price – Free No need to pre-bookRead More →

24 April

By Amy Hall

On 24/04/2018

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Join us at the JSPCA Fun Day – 28th April

The Jersey Bat Group will be in attendance at the JSCPA Fun Day! Date: Saturday 28th April, Time: 10:00 until 16:00, Where: Royal Showground (RJA&HS), Trinity. Please come and visit our stall and learn more about bats, and maybe buy some of our bat-related goods. Entry is free, dogs are welcome – and there will be a lot of fun activities for all age. Please come and support us, the JSPCA and other wildlife organisations who will be there to. We look forward to seeing you there.Read More →