Leader: Andy Daw
Start: 11:00
Meet: in car park at the top of Rodborough Common. GR SO 851034 Landranger 162/Explorer 168 SAT NAV 51.7308787-2.2168772
Finish: Approx 15:00
Focus: Orchids, butterflies, shield bugs and other insects
Description: The Common, due south of Stroud, is rich in wildlife. There are steep slopes included on a walk of no more than 2 miles, depending on species encountered and weather conditions on the day. Wear stout walking shoes/boots and bring packed lunch. Bring ice cream money (cash) if you want to visit Winstone’s ice cream parlour!
Informative website: www.winstonesicecream.co.uk
Please book with the Leader in advance for all field trips so the Leader is aware who is coming and can deal with any queries before the meeting (such as car-sharing, if required); in the unlikely event that arrangements need to change or the meeting has to be cancelled, attendees can all be contacted promptly and easily. Members can find contact details in their Spring and Summer 2022 newsletter.