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Mean while today a Revolutionary War American General comes to inspect the artillery battery along the Hudson River on Constitution Island
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Stavewood and wine complement each other optimally, mean authenticity, atmosphere and suitable storage climate. With a lot of heart blood and ability, Winzer dedicates itself to the implementation of atmospheric wine spaces.
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I had forgotten about this photograph I took back in the spring. It is a stunning male Pied Flycatcher in full breeding plumage. In springtime males sing and display to attract a female but the females hold out as long as possible for very good reason. This is because females build the nest and incubate the eggs, but while they are preoccupied the male will sometimes go off and find a second or even third mate. But the male does catch insects to help rear the chicks, but if his attentions are divided the success rate is lower. Just say a female can rear three chicks with the exclusive help of a male, but only two chicks if a male divides his labours between two nests. But this would mean a male could rear four chicks from two nests but only three from a single nest. So it is in the male's interest to have a second nest. But it is not in the female's interest to share him as she will rear fewer chicks. This is why the female holds out as long as possible, as the longer she makes him wait, the more likely it is that other females will be paired up, so she will have his sole attention. A true battle of the sexes.
Butter wouldn't melt, however, Clyde had just terrorised a clutch of Tufted chicks. Mum thankfully fought him off, she was having none of it and he eventually gave up and swam back to Bonnie on the far bank of Smithy Pool in Dunham Park.
after the war there was little left. when I say little, I mean not much was left unruined. we've tried to walk from place to place and pick up whatever we thought that might be of some aid. a piece of fabric that miraculously managed to survive the scortching bombs, to cover ourselves with at night. sharp metal to protect either from them or from the looters. I mean the other looters except from us. the first few days we rambled around, not fully grasping this new reality. the mind adapts quickly, though, and learns to accommodate itself to its environment. you don't think - you act. no time to stop and think of the consequences. those that do, perish. we were half machines at this time, and half animals. animals due to the intense survival instinct that kicks in. makes you do things you never thought you could. machines because we had to treat eachother heartlessly at times. when it's down to either you or the one next to you, you find out pretty soon who's side you're on.
we went back to being cave-men, looking for any kind of shelter to hide in. sometimes the place was already occupied by others. all I can say is that you learn a lot about yourself in situations like these. it was really simple: us or them. did I mention we were like animals? we simply fought over territory. for one more day to survive. we started to resemble those predators we used to watch on national geographic shows. now I know what they felt like.
"Just because you can't see the air, doesn't mean you stop breathing. Just because you can't see God doesn’t mean you stop believing." -author unknown
www.ywt.org.uk/reserves/spurn-nature-reserve
Big skies and ever changing wildlife make the evocative landscape of Spurn one of the Trust’s most iconic nature reserves. Whether you go by foot, bike or aboard a Spurn Safari (sorry – no vehicular access down to the Point) visiting is always an adventure.
For full information about visiting Spurn, including Spurn Lighthouse opening hours, Blue Bell Cafe opening hours, Spurn Safaris, bike hire and more, click here: www.ywt.org.uk/spurn-national-nature-reserve
Spurn is truly a site for all seasons, but arguably one of its best wildlife highlights is the spring and autumn spectacle of bird migration. Due to the exposed and recognisable coastal location, visible migration can be often be seen in action as birds head south along the peninsula, on some days you may see ‘falls’ of birds measured in their thousands.
Spurn is a dynamic place in the past people have tried to fortify Spurn against these dynamic natural processes, but largely these have failed. *The most dramatic of these was during the tidal surge of December 2013 which removed a section of the road, leaving Yorkshire with a newly created island at high tide. You can find out the times when not to cross the wash-over section from our downloads section on the right hand corner of this page. The Trust tries to work with nature, rather than against it, to allow the natural processes to take place. As a result there is no vehicular access to the Point – access is solely on foot, bike, or aboard the specially equipped vehicle on which the Trust runs Spurn Safaris.
Important Visitor Information
Tides Strong currents and soft sand underfoot mean that it is very dangerous to enter the water on the wash over area as the high tide comes in and recedes – please do not make any attempt to cross the sands until all the water has gone. Make sure you get the most out of your day by checking the tide times carefully before you visit and pay close attention to the latest information on display once you get there.
Brown tail moth caterpillar In the scrub around the base of the lighthouse, and along into Chalk Bank, you may notice what look like tents stretched between branches, which are in fact the overwintering silk tents of the brown tail moth caterpillar. Whilst for many these caterpillars are harmless, they can cause itchy allergic skin reactions or respiratory issues for those with asthma or hay fever – so please don’t touch the caterpillars or the tents.
Dogs are not allowed on Spurn, in order to protect the sensitive wildlife and habitats
Help protect the habitats along the Humber by following the Humber Estuary Code of Conduct
Directions
Spurn is located c.30 miles east of Hull. From Easington follow the B1445 to Kilnsea. From the village of Kilnsea, the nature reserve begins on the road past the Blue Bell Cafe.
Parking
Free parking is available at the Blue Bell Cafe and Canal Scrape.
There is a limited pay and display car park just beyond the reserve entrance (no height restriction). The cost of a ticket is £4 per vehicle and £20 for pre-booked coaches. The machine is in operation every day and only excepts coins. No change is given but change is available at The Blue Bell Café or Office. The tickets are only valid on the day of purchase. Trust members gain free parking (please leave your membership card on the dashboard of your car).
The parking fees help us to manage the reserve. A free cup of tea will be available at the Blue Bell Café on presentation of an in-date parking ticket. Please see opening times.
No overnight parking is allowed on the nature reserve, should people wish to stop overnight please use one of the local campsites.
Reserve information
Location
Spurn Head, south of Kilnsea
Hull
East Yorkshire
HU12 0UH
Map reference
TA 419 149
Great for...
birdwatching
geological interest
getting away from it all
historical interest
overwintering birds
spring migrant birds
stunning views
Opening Times
Open at all times
Facilities
Cafe
Visitor centre
Picnic facilities
Toilets
Disabled toilet
Baby changing
Size
327.04 hectares
Status
Geological Conservation Review Site
Heritage Coast
National Nature Reserve (NNR)
Ramsar
Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)
SPA
Special Areas of Conservation (SAC)
Living Landscape schemes
Outer Humber
Access
Yes
Public and permissive footpaths. Contact the Trust for disabled access information.
Walking information
Footpaths are open all the time. Road is closed to vehicles - follow on site instructions. Dogs are not permitted on the reserve, even in vehicles.
Parking
Charge for parking for non-members. Change is available at The Blue Bell Café or Office. The parking fees help us to manage the reserve. A free cup of tea will be available at the Blue Bell Café on presentation of an in-date parking ticket. Please see opening times and pricing information. Parking for coaches by prior arrangement.
Dogs
No dogs allowed
Grazing animals
Hebridean sheep & longhorn cattle
Reserve manager
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust
Tel: 01964 650313
info@ywt.org.uk
Originally shot at a car meet at Headcorn Aerodrome. This is a modified Ford Anglia/Popular 100E.
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This male cardinal looks mean to me. I guess he doesn't like his picture taken.
The snow is melting and mud is taken it's place. Canon 70D
They say that dogs ressemble their masters, here is a confirmation of this theory !
They both saw me taking the picture and gave me those terrible looks, daring me to take the picture …….
I took it anyway, its my hobby
Another example to prove this theory
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