{"id":4076,"date":"2018-01-28T14:59:50","date_gmt":"2018-01-28T14:59:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/?p=4076"},"modified":"2018-01-28T14:59:50","modified_gmt":"2018-01-28T14:59:50","slug":"chichester-harbour-february-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/chichester-harbour-february-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"Chichester Harbour February 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"

The days are getting slightly longer though it is still cold out there. To get you out and about in the beautiful outdoors of Chichester Harbour AONB the Harbour Conservancy are running an amazing series of fun and information filled events.<\/p>\n

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Fri 16 February 2pm 2hrs
\nMarine Finds \u2018Roadshow\u2019<\/strong>
\nFeatures: a chance to share any finds you have found in the Harbour or have had handed down to you through the generations and to hear the advice of an expert, Alistair Byford-Bates, Historic Environment Fisheries Liaison Officer for FIPAD (Fishing Industries Protocol for Archaeological Discoveries).
\nFee: \u00a35 per person to include a cup of tea. Booking essential online<\/a> or on 01243 513275. Please state how many finds you will be bringing along.
\nMeet: Harbour Education Centre, on the quay, Dell Quay, PO20 7EE. Roadside parking<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Sat 17 February 4pm 1\u00bdhrs
\nThe Seals in Chichester and Langstone Harbours<\/strong>
\nFeatures: a talk<\/strong> on the Common and Grey seals in our local Harbours using information from the surveys that we now carry out on a regular basis. With John Arnott, expert on marine mammals.
\nFee: \u00a35 to include a cup of tea. Booking essential online<\/a> or on 01243 513275.
\nMeet: Lifeboat Station, Bracklesham Road, Hayling Island, PO11 9SJ. Free parking next to the station by kind permission of the RNLI.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Thu 22 February 7pm 1\u00bdhrs
\nStargazing at West Itchenor<\/strong>
\nFeatures: a chance to participate in some stargazing with Richard Austin, AONB Manager, and the South Downs Astronomical Society. If it\u2019s a clear evening, we\u2019ll be able to see the Moon around the first quarter and lunar craters. Objects of interest will include: the Orion Nebula, Andromeda Galaxy, the Pleiades, and the Double Cluster in Perseus. Please note this event is weather dependent and may be cancelled at short notice. If the weather forecast looks bad, please check the Conservancy\u2019s social media accounts for live updates or telephone the Harbour Office before 5pm.
\nFee: Free - no booking required
\nMeet: Itchenor Car Park, PO20 7AE<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Fri 2 February 10am 2hrs
\nHarbour Creekies: Bosham<\/strong>
\nFeatures: a gentle stroll of 1\u00bd miles around the Harbour village of Bosham, stopping at Bosham Sailing Club for complimentary coffee along the way.
\nFee: \u00a35 on the day or free for members of Friends of Chichester\u00a0Harbour, bring membership number. To join click here<\/a>.
\nMeet: Bosham pay and display car park, Shore Road, PO18 8HT.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sun 25 February 10am 4hrs
\nHarbour Hares: Thorney Island<\/strong>
\nFeatures: a 7 mile walk of the Thorney Island shoreline with stops for breaks and excellent views of the Harbour. Bring your own elevenses and lunch. Complimentary cup of tea in the Clubroom at the end of the walk.
\nFee: \u00a35 on the day or free for Friends of Chichester Harbour, bring membership number. To join click here<\/a>.
\nMeet: Clubroom, Paynes Boatyard, Thornham Lane, Thorney Island, PO10 8DD. Free parking by kind permission of the boatyard.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Sun 11 February 10am 3hrs
\nMon 19 February 10am 3hrs
\nTime Off for Art<\/strong> \u2013 attend one or both!
\nPlease note the different venues below<\/strong>
\nFeatures: allow yourself time off to drop in for our Harbour Art workshop led by Conservancy Teacher Fran Davies. At the start Fran will talk through some ideas inspired by the natural environment of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You are then free to spend time as you wish on your own artwork.\u00a0 Some basic materials will be available but it is recommended that you bring your own. Suitable for all levels of ability.
\nFee: \u00a315 to include tea\/coffee.
\nSun 11 February 10am 3hrs - book here<\/a>
\nMeet: Harbour Education Centre, on the quay, Dell Quay,\u00a0<\/strong>PO20 7EE. Roadside parking.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mon 19 February 10am 3hrs - book here<\/a>
\nMeet: Clubroom, Paynes Boatyard, Thornham Lane, Thorney Island, PO10 8DD. Free parking by kind permission of the boatyard.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Mon 12 February 10am 2\u00bdhrs
\nDen Building<\/strong>
\nFeatures: a chance for families to work together and leave the phones behind. We will have a go at fire lighting, then each family will build their own den using the sustainable materials provided. You can also have a go at weaving with natural materials.\u00a0 We will finish by toasting marshmallows (provided) on the communal fire. Bring a picnic, dress\u00a0in old clothes and for the weather. In partnership with Cobnor Activities\u00a0Centre.
\nFee: \u00a315 per head. For terms and conditions and booking see www.cobnor.com<\/a>
\nMeet: Cobnor Activities Centre, Cobnor Farm, Chidham, PO18 8TE.\u00a0Free parking.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Image courtesy of John Tweddell<\/em><\/p>\n

Solar Heritage<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Solar Heritage <\/em>is a 14-metre solar powered catamaran licensed for public boat trips. She can carry up to 50 passengers. The boat is open-sided for unimpeded views so warm clothing and wet weather gear is advised. There is a toilet onboard and the boat is fitted with a wheelchair lift.<\/p>\n

February Trips<\/strong><\/p>\n

Bird Watching - duration up to 2 hours<\/strong>
\nA gentle trip by solar powered boat to enjoy the Harbour and with the help of a bird enthusiast look out for and identify the birds found in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Dress warmly and bring binoculars.
\nFee: \u00a313, Friends of Chichester Harbour \u00a312 - to join click here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Harbour Discovery - duration 1\u00bd hours<\/strong>
\nA gentle trip by solar powered boat to enjoy the Harbour. With a general commentary from the crew.
\nFee: \u00a310 adults, \u00a35 child (up to 16 years)<\/p>\n

Dates<\/strong>
\nSunday 4\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a011.00 Birdwatching for World Wetlands Day
\nSunday\u00a0 11\u00a0 \u00a0 11.00 Harbour Discovery
\nTuesday 13\u00a0 \u00a012.00 Birdwatching for Families
\nThursday 15\u00a0 11.00 Bird Roosts at High Tide
\nSaturday 17\u00a0 \u00a010.00 Birdwatching
\nSunday 25\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a011.00 Birdwatching<\/p>\n

Book online<\/a> or phone the office on 01243 513275.
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The days are getting slightly longer though it is still cold out there. To get you out and about in the beautiful outdoors of Chichester Harbour AONB the Harbour Conservancy are running an amazing series of fun and information filled events. To take part, please contact Chichester Harbour Conservancy directly as advertised below: Chichester Harbour […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4076"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4076"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4076\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4081,"href":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4076\/revisions\/4081"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4076"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4076"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/peninsulapartnership.org.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4076"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}