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Severn Wonders Community Events at Severn Beach

South Gloucestershire Council has recently begun progressing proposals for a new Local Nature Reserve at Severn Beach.

To raise awareness of the proposal for a new local nature reserve, a series of community Severn Wonders Events has been arranged for Jan - March 2007.

1) Birds and the importance of the saltmarsh

Date: Sunday 28th January 2007

Time: 10am start

Location: Severn Beach Sea Wall (End of Station Road)

Join Rupert Higgins and learn more about the range of birds using the Severn Estuary, their habitats and conservation needs; and the specific nature of saltmarsh, how plants cope with a harsh environment; and management and threats facing saltmarsh.

The walk will start with a look at un-grazed marsh at Severn Beach, followed by a walk to the grazed marsh at New Passage to see the differences.

Grazed Saltmarsh	Ungrazed Saltmarsh

Participants will have the chance to work in groups to record common species present, consider the stresses on the salt marsh, and consider its value as a habitat for plants animals.

Telescopes and binoculars, will be available, however bring your own if possible. Wear warm clothing and stout boots. Booking not required.

Severn Beach - Beach :-)	Flock of Mixed Waders and Duck at Severn Beach

Telescopes and binoculars, will be available, however bring your own if possible. Wear warm clothing and stout boots.

Booking not required.

A FLOOD WATCH has been issued for today's (Saturday 20th January,2007) evening tide, which will be at approximately 20.30 hrs.The High Tides will continue until Wednesday and I ask that you pay attention to the state of the Wind.  If it is strong and blowing from the West, North West then problems could arise. If you wish to check, telephone the Environment Agency Hotline on 08459881188 followed by quick dial number 0524133. Remember the flood defences should hold back any water that overtops, but residents living near Pippetts Court, The Island and Rustic Site should be aware.