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  • Big Wild Sleep Out

    RSPB Havergate Island, Suffolk, England
    August 2016

    Firstly please can you reserve us a place on the 2017 Big Wild Sleep Out? Secondly thank you so much to you and your team for a fantastic weekend. For me I loved the seclusion of the island, that special feeling that our group were the only people there. I learnt so much about the birds there and saw my first Short-eared Owl and Spoonbill. Thanks to John Grant and the others for being patient with us and answering our no doubt obvious questions! Now I just have to remember it all! A favourite moment was when we were sitting outside the hut eating breakfast and a hare ran along the beach in front of us. Ellen loved hares best and enjoyed the owl pellet dissection. She also enjoyed the freedom of exploring with the other kids - the running around in the mud bit! The camping and getting up early to see the sunrise also added to the excitement. Thank you to you and Marc for looking after us with hot drinks and pancakes - and of course for providing our roadii grill so that we could cook tea. We will buy the paper today and look forward to reading the article [in the EADT by John Grant]. Thanks again and see you next year!
    Sarah, Phil and Ellen H. from Suffolk

  • Big Wild Sleep Out

    RSPB Havergate Island, Suffolk, England
    August 2016

    A belated note to say thank you from Fraser and I for our magical night on Havergate Island at the end of August. Fraser gave you his enthusiastic feedback himself(!), but I wanted to add that I think these trips are completely unique in what they offer all ages of nature-lovers. Fraser and I have had opportunities on Havergate which I don't think can be found elsewhere. They have created some very special memories for Fraser and I. Fraser says please tell Monika her pancakes were the best he's ever had. Thank you again.
    Neil & Fraser D. from London

  • Big Wild Sleep Out

    RSPB Havergate Island, Suffolk, England
    August 2016

    Firstly I would like to thank everyone involved in the organisation of this trip, especially John Grant for his friendly & enthusiastic sharing of bird-knowledge, Kevin Sawford for his help to a non-photographer with taking pictures, Marc for his kitchen duties (I have never seen anyone dish wash continuously for so long with so much enthusiasm!) & yourself for all your hard work, enthusiasm & good company. It is an art to achieve a happy, relaxed atmosphere while maintaining proper organisation & that, definitely, was accomplished. Moving on to the time on the island; obviously it was SO good to have more time there this year. That allows us not only to have longer to look around/watch wildlife, it means that if there are any difficulties (principally weather) then there is a much better chance of being able to catch up on what was missed. I do like the way your trips are relaxed & there is not the feeling of rushing from one activity to another. [...] The pancakes were a great success! They made a wonderful lunch & I think we all ate too much.... I shall now be experimenting with spelt flour! I knew of it previously but not exactly what it was. You asked for photos so a few attached. GREAT! HAVERGATE 2017! Looking forward already.
    Angela P. from Suffolk

  • Nightjars over the Heath

    RSPB Snape Reserve, Suffolk, England
    August 2016

    Louise and I really enjoyed our Nightjar Walk, even though we did not actually spot one! We did hear them though and found your guidance and enthusiasm quite infectious!
    Nigel H. from Suffolk

  • Nightjars over the Heath

    RSPB Snape Reserve, Suffolk, England
    August 2016

    Just to say 'thank you' for the lovely evening on Sunday. It was just brilliant to see and hear the nightjars and to get a better understanding of the habitat.
    Jenny & David M. from Cambridgeshire

  • Nightjars over the Heath

    RSPB Snape Reserve, Suffolk, England
    August 2016

    Thank you, Monika, for your enthusiasm and knowledge. We had a magical evening searching for the elusive nightjar.
    Pat & Kevin H. from Suffolk

  • Nightjars over the Heath

    RSPB Snape Reserve, Suffolk, England
    August 2016

    So we went on holiday just 35 minutes away from our house [...] We had an amazing time. The weather was great, the light over Snape was golden yellow and on our last day [...] That same night C Monika Koch invited me via Facebook to join one of her guided walks through the heathlands in search of nightjars, and yes at dusk we heard and saw one of these delightful birds. I'd recommend her walks if you love nature and especially birds. (on www.facebook.com/WASuffolk)
    Elene Marsden from Suffolk

  • Nightjars over the Heath

    RSPB Snape Reserve, Suffolk, England
    August 2016

    Just a word of thanks from Clare and I for a fantastic walk on Monday evening – yes, the weather helped, but you chose the route/where to view the amazing sunset/the places where we would be most likely to hear and see nightjars. The information you gave us regarding the habitats etc was fascinating too, and the “pre-“ information invaluable! Please keep me on the mailing list, and I look forward to another guided walk with you in the future.
    Pam P. from Suffolk

  • Nightjars over the Heath

    RSPB Snape Reserve, Suffolk, England
    July 2016

    Many thanks again for the Nightjar walk, we all really enjoyed it and learnt a lot about what's there on our doorstep! See you soon,
    Simon B. from Suffolk

  • Nightjars over the Heath

    RSPB Snape Reserve, Suffolk, England
    July 2016

    We had a very informative and interesting evening. A beautiful sunset. Nightjars churring and hunting. Thank you Monika! A great experience and an evening to remember. (on www.facebook.com/WASuffolk)
    Kim Hickman from Norfolk

  • Nightjars over the Heath

    RSPB Snape Reserve, Suffolk, England
    July 2016

    Thanks again for a really interesting evening last week. The night time visit to the Snape reserve was on of the highlights of our holiday. As city dwellers it was such a treat to see and hear rare and interesting wildlife. Your expert knowledge of the area and its ecology really helped us understand what we were seeing and brought home to us just how fragile the situation is for rare species. Best of luck with your unusual venture. We've already recommended you to friends and we may see you again if we holiday in Suffolk again.
    Chris C. & Marc A. from Birmingham

  • Nightjars over the Heath

    RSPB Snape Reserve, Suffolk, England
    July 2016

    I really enjoyed my heathland walk, it was a wonderful summers evening with a stunning sunset & great company. The highlight was a male Nightjar hunting only metres away with another one churring in the background, thanks Monika for the detailed description of the area & not forgetting showing us the glow worms. (on www.facebook.com/WASuffolk)
    Clare Ward from Nottinghamshire

  • Nightjars over the Heath

    RSPB Snape Reserve, Suffolk, England
    July 2016

    Your Nightjar walk along the Alde Estuary was one of the highlights of our trip to Suffolk in July. The walk through the oak wood, by the river and on the heath was very special and we would have enjoyed it terrifically even if we hadn't seen any birds, however we were so excited to hear their churring and clapping and to see two nightjars flying around us. You were a great leader, with loads of interesting facts and anecdotes, who made us all feel welcome.
    Jo & Stuart R. from Somerset

  • Nightjars over the Heath

    RSPB Snape Reserve, Suffolk, England
    July 2016

    An absolutely wonderful Heath walk led by Monika who shared her extensive knowledge of the area and the Nightjars. So fabulous to have them flying around us as they hunt. Incredible sunset as well. Thank you. (on www.facebook.com/WASuffolk)
    Roz Watling from Brisbane, Australia

  • Photography Night

    RSPB Havergate Island, Suffolk, England
    July 2016

    Thank you so much for organising our trip to Havergate on Saturday. I have put together a piece which uses some of the pictures I took and I hope gets something of the atmosphere www.richardpgibbs.org/2016/07/rspb-havergate-island.html. Also, if you like the piece, please forward the link to Kevin and Jeremy, from whom I learned much that was very useful.
    Richard G. from Hertfordshire

  • Photography Night

    RSPB Havergate Island, Suffolk, England
    July 2016

    Thank you so much for organising a special overnight photography trip to Havergate Island. The most memorable parts for me will be the hares in the golden light and the sea lavender, the deep blue atmospheric sky and the spoonbills in flight, the moonlit water and the constant chattering of the gulls. The provision of soup, bread and cups of tea, as always, was very welcome, and the tuition informative. In addition, it is always great to meet like-minded people to share and develop photography interests, whilst sharing the natural peace and space of the island. I look forward to more events like this in the future.
    Jackie K. from Suffolk

  • Photography Day

    RSPB Havergate Island, Suffolk, England
    July 2016

    Thanks for a wonderful day.
    Roy A. from Norfolk

  • Foot-Notes to Music – Britten’s Aldeburgh

    Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England
    July 2016

    Dear Monika, Thank you so much for a wonderful tour last Monday. Our members thoroughly enjoyed their day in Aldeburgh. Kindest regards and thanks again.
    Emma H. from the Norfolk Art Fund

  • Tidal Travel Log

    Aldeburgh, Suffolk, England
    June 2016

    Thanks again for another great event Monika & Jeremy, so helpful and enjoyable. Good idea of posting photos from the walk as always enjoy seeing others work. So now post a few including a group photo on the beach and that beautiful sunset. (on www.facebook.com/WASuffolk)
    Yina Horton from Suffolk

  • Nightjars over the Heath

    RSPB Snape Reserve, Suffolk, England
    June 2016

    Hey, We so enjoyed the nightjar walk. Can you remind me of the name of the walk to Aldeburgh please, which footpath?
    Caroline K. from Suffolk
    (Answer: It's the Sailors Path from Snape to Aldeburgh.)

  • Nightjars over the Heath

    RSPB Snape Reserve, Suffolk, England
    June 2016

    Back in Essex now and must thank-you again so very much for our greatly enjoyable heathland walk last Thursday evening. Sue and I found it a wonderful and memorable experience and are so pleased that we took part.
    Colin & Sue M. from Essex