Join us for four days of marine recording on the shores of Cornwall’s beautiful and under-recorded north coast.
In 2011 the Porcupine Marine Natural History Society helped to fund a survey expedition to this part of Cornwall. Weather conditions were frustrating and everyone involved was tantalised by what they found but wanted to explore further. This area of the coast has had little previous study, particularly in recent years, which has made it hard to push for better protection, such as Marine Conservation Zones.
Tides:
Saturday 15th September 11:33, 0.9m
Sunday 16th September 12:12, 0.6m
Monday 17th September 12:50, 0.4m
Tuesday 18th September 13:31, 0.4m
On the Sunday we will join the St Agnes Marine Conservation Group for their annual rocky shore survey, helping to provide records for the St Agnes Voluntary Marine Conservation Area.
As well as intertidal trips to a variety of shores, there is also a chance to take part in Seasearch diving and subtidal collecting. There are 2 boats (north coast RIB, south coast hard boat) with 2 dives per day from each. We will have a range of dive site options to suit different weather conditions. Divers will be allocated spaces on one of the boats unless you state a strong preference for one or other.
Please click for more information on costs, accommodation and directions and for the booking form: Porcupine Society Autumn Field Meeting 2012 invitation and booking form.
