Nature lovers can explore the early summer blooms of the Washington Wetland Centre on a guided Orchids and Wildflower Walk on Saturday, 6 June. Volunteer Melissa will lead the relaxed two-hour ramble from 11am to 1pm, showing off the wildlife and plant life that make the centre so special at this time of year.
Weather permitting, the group will head up to the Top Meadow, where June brings a flush of new growth, colour and insect activity. Bees, butterflies and meadow bugs are all expected to be busy among the grasses, and walkers may spot bee orchids, northern marsh orchids and common spotted orchids along the way.
The event is billed as a calm, easy stroll suited to anyone who enjoys noticing the small details of the natural world, and the group will meet at the centre’s Picture Window. More details are available on the WWT Washington Wetland Centre website.
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