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Health & Wellbeing with Birdwatching - Enhancer
Course Summary
Code: S00221
Location: AVALON MARSHES RESERVE
Places: Available
Cost: £0 - £216 - See Details Details
Starting: 06 June 2025
Day: Friday
Time: 10:00
Duration: 12 sessions over 6 week(s)
By continuing you confirm that you are aged 19 or over and have agreed to the the terms and conditions
Description
This course is run by Osprey Outdoors.
Please note: Each day lasts five hours, and is split up into two sessions either side of a 30-minute lunch break
You will get to explore the beautiful Avalon Marshes nature reserves and experience how relaxing and enjoyable it can be to go bird watching.
Sessions will include walks around the reserves, visiting various bird hides and learning how to identify different birds, as well as activities aimed at improving wellbeing such as nature-based mindfulness, and using your senses to notice what's around you.
No experience necessary, this course is suitable for beginners.
A positive step for your mental health.
You will:
- Meet new people
- Learn about birds as well as lots of other wildlife
- Learn techniques to help you relax and enjoy being outside
- Explore new places
What are the entry requirements for this course?
This course is suitable if you have completed our Developer Level in this subject or a similar subject area, or have previous experience, and want to explore further and learn more extensively.
Minibus Pick up points
Minibus Pick up points: Cheddar, (Strawberry Line Car Park) Wells (Tesco Car Park) and Glastonbury (Morrisons Car Park)
Villages along the A371 between Cheddar and Wells (if requested, at bus stops).
What will I need to bring?
You will need: packed lunch, a drink, sturdy footwear,
outdoor clothes: hat, gloves, scarf, waterproofs.
If you have your own binoculars and/or bird identification books or guides then please bring them along with a pen and some paper.
You must possess the willingness and the ability to walk 3 miles, with stops.
Help and encouragement are always provided.
Please also bring photo ID with you e.g. passport or driving licence.
Testimonials
"The sessions have been so incredible, every one of them, I really enjoyed how relaxing it is just sitting in a bird hide, looking out at the water." - Previous learner.
"I feel much better after coming out, I don't want to go home." - Previous learner.
Will I be assessed?
There is no formal assessment for this course. Your tutor will provide feedback to help you improve.
What can I do next?
At the end of this course, if you'd like to continue with your learning in this subject, please take the opportunity to chat with your tutor to explore what further progression routes are available.
Our workshops and courses are designed to provide essential skills, develop confidence and resilience, improve your health and wellbeing, prepare you for further learning or employment, provide ways to learn with your family and build communities. We have a wide range of workshops and courses, and you can explore more on our website. There's something for everyone!
Time and duration
Start Date: 06 June 2025
Start Time: 10:00
Day: Friday Morning
First Lesson Duration: 02:30
Total Weeks: 6
Location
AVALON MARSHES RESERVE
Avalon Marshes Centre
Shapwick Road, Westhay
Glastonbury
Somerset BA6 9TT