Events

Manx BirdLife and the Manx Ornithological Society work together on many private and public events throughout the year for Friends, Members and supporters as well as open events for the public.

All MOS events are weather dependant. If in doubt, please check with Janet Thompson (07624 428953) before setting out.

DateEvent
Manx Ornithological
Society Event

Tuesday, 2 July 2024
6.30pm
Guided Walk: Marine Drive
Leader: Allen Moore
Manx Whale and Dolphin and Manx BirdLife Event
Sunday, 7 July 2024
11 am
MWDW Sea Watches at the Sound are Back for 2024 and we are delighted to be collaborating on these events once again Join us at the Sound to look out for whales, dolphins, porpoises, basking sharks, seals and, of course, seabirds! Fitzpatrick
Manx Ornithological
Society Event

Friday, 19 July 2024
8pm
Swift Walk in Castletown (meet outside Costa)
Leader: Karen Griffiths
Manx Whale and Dolphin and Manx BirdLife Event
Sunday, 21 July 2024
2 pm
MWDW Sea Watches at the Sound are Back for 2024 and we are delighted to be collaborating on these events once again Join us at the Sound to look out for whales, dolphins, porpoises, basking sharks, seals and, of course, seabirds!
Manx Whale and Dolphin and Manx BirdLife Event
Sunday, 28 July 2024
11 am
MWDW Sea Watches at the Sound are Back for 2024 and we are delighted to be collaborating on these events once again Join us at the Sound to look out for whales, dolphins, porpoises, basking sharks, seals and, of course, seabirds!
"Manx Ornithological
Society Event

Thursday, 8 August 2024
Boat Trip: Pelagic (Scraayl)
PSM Inner Harbour 6-9pm
"Manx Ornithological
Society Event

w/c, 5 or 12 August 2024
Boat Trip: Pelagic (Gemini)
Date and Time TBC
Manx Whale and Dolphin and Manx BirdLife Event
Sunday, 11 August 2024
2 pm
MWDW Sea Watches at the Sound are Back for 2024 and we are delighted to be collaborating on these events once again Join us at the Sound to look out for whales, dolphins, porpoises, basking sharks, seals and, of course, seabirds!
Manx BirdLife Event
Tuesday, 13 August 2024
10am-1pm
Create a mindful nature journal as you take a gentle stroll and spot birds from the Collister hide at the Manx BirdLife Point of Ayre National Reserve with Momma Moon's Art Studio and Manx BirdLife.

For children 5-13 years, must be accompanied by their adult.

Limited spaces, booking essential.

Contact anna@manxbirdlife.im for more information.
Manx Whale and Dolphin and Manx BirdLife Event
Sunday, 8 September 2024
11 am
MWDW Sea Watches at the Sound are Back for 2024 and we are delighted to be collaborating on these events once again Join us at the Sound to look out for whales, dolphins, porpoises, basking sharks, seals and, of course, seabirds!
Manx Ornithological Society Event Sunday, 22 September 2024
2pm
Introduction to BTO WeBs Surveying
Onchan Harbour
Manx Ornithological Society Event Tuesday, 1 October 2024
WWT Steart Marshes - a wetland working for people and wildlife by Nicola Turnbull. Indoor meeting at Union Mills Methodist Chapel, starts 7.15pm. All are welcome.
Manx Ornithological Society Event Saturday, 12 October 2024
Seawatch, Peel
Fenella Beach Car Park 9-11am
Manx Ornithological Society Event Tuesday , 5 November 2024
Virtual Vultures - vulture conservation and the work of the Horstmann Trust by Holly Cale, Curator and Head of Research. Indoor meeting at Union Mills Methodist Chapel, starts 7.15pm. All are welcome.
Manx Ornithological Society Event Sunday, 17 November 2024
11am
Introduction to BTO WeBs Surveying
MWT Ballachrink Reserve, West Baldwin, Braddan SC352802
Manx BirdLife Event Saturday, 23 November 2024
From 12 noon
Celebrating Manx Birds III
Join Manx BirdLife and guests for the latest insights and developments in nature conservation in the Isle of Man and the UK.
Tickets £10
Book via eventbrite, search for 'celebrating manx birds'
Manx Ornithological Society Event Saturday, 23 November 2024
7-9pm
Farmland Birds by night, Ballamillaghyn Air Field, Mount Rule
Exact location details to follow
Manx Ornithological Society Event Tuesday, 3 December 2024
7.30pm
Christmas Social and Buffet
Peel Golf Club
Manx BirdLife Event Saturday, 7 December 202
10am- 12 noon
Have you ever wondered why we associate Robins with Christmas? Jon us for a fun, festive talk and activities to discover this and more.
Dalby Church and School Rooms
Adults £5, children £3
Manx Ornithological Society Event Tuesday, 7 January 2025
A Wild Enthusiasm for Scottish Islands by Steve Wright, Author and Filmmaker. Indoor meeting at Union Mills Methodist Chapel, starts 7.15pm. All are welcome.
Manx Ornithological Society Event Tuesday, 4 February 2025
UK National WildLife Crime Unit by James Leonard. Indoor meeting at Union Mills Methodist Chapel, starts 7.15pm. All are welcome.
Manx Ornithological Society Event Tuesday, 4 March 2025
AGM Followed by talk by Tim Earl and Liz Charter. Indoor meeting at Union Mills Methodist Chapel, starts 7.15pm. All are welcome.