Marine Conservation Society: Lancashire area group

The seas around the UK host a wealth of wildlife. You might be surprised to learn that the UK's seas cover an area three times that of the land, and host half of our national bio-diversity. It's a strange world beneath the waves, one that we know little about, but one that is increasingly under pressure from human activity.

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Latest marine life blog posts:

Marine science update 12th September 2011: A couple of articles over the last few weeks do make interesting and/or disturbing reading: I think ... >> More

Shore Walk Roa Island 30th August 2011: This will be an informal event looking for and recording some of the creatures that can be found on ... >> More

PLEASE NOTE: Lecures scheduled for Lancaster University have had to be postponed, due to building work at the University. We hope to re-schedule these in our summer programme at Capernwray.

Local MCS events happening soon:

Wednesday 8 February: POSTPONED: Irish Sea Conservation Zones
POSTPONED: Please note this presentation will now appear in our summer lecture series at Capernwray. A presentation by Cheryl Nicholson, Marine Conservation Officer, North West Wildlife Trusts. Plus UK marine wildlife film. Furness Lecture Theatre No 2 Lancaster University. Commence 19.30hrs. £1.00 Adm.

Saturday 18 February: Marine Life Identification course (at Leighton Moss)
A basic introduction to identifying marine organisms both on the shore and under water. No previous knowledge required. The course is aimed at divers and anyone that enjoys being on the shore. The venue is the RSPB visitor centre at Leighton Moss, Silverdale, Lancs. Start at 10.00hrs. End 16.00hrs approx. Cost £5.00 per person. To book a place contact Ron Crosby ASAP. Places are limited

You are invited to join us for talks, on dives and beach litter surveys. - please see our diary for a complete list of forthcoming events:

MCS Lancashire diary.

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