This is Start Birding’s first visit to Burton Riggs Nature Reserve between Scarborough and Filey. Explore the lagoons, farmland and woodland for newly arrived spring migrants and perhaps some late winter visitors on their way home to Scandinavia. In the afternoon, either Filey or the raptor viewpoint in Wykeham Forest will be the venue depending on bird news, weather and recent performance of birds. You can also learn about seabirds at this year’s Bempton Above and Below trip (including diving gannets) on Sunday 22nd July and the Bempton Above and Below trip (including Skuas and Shearwaters) trip on Saturday 15th September. Price: Burton Riggs and Filey is £55 per person including refreshments (Packed lunch required). Transport available Meet me at 08:00 at the Moor Allerton Centre on the Leeds outer ring road if you’d like transport to the venue. What to expect Easy walking on flat ground but paths will be muddy in places. Facilities are available at Filey. Note for beginners If you’re struggling to see birds through your binoculars, you’ll learn quickly how to use them with speed and accuracy and discover some useful techniques for watching birds in the field. You’ll also learn how to identify birds by their songs and calls.Please don’t buy binoculars especially for the trip as these can be provided on request. You’ll be able to get advice about binoculars, what to buy and the best places to make a purchase. What to wear You may need to wear base layers (thermal vests and leggings) depending on the weather. Bring a fleece and walking trousers. Please don’t wear jeans as they will wick moisture from low growing vegetation. Bring a waterproof coat, over-trousers and sturdy, waterproof boots, scarf, gloves, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and plenty of water. Join me on more trips and learn about each bird’s story whether it migrates or stays in the UK the time of year when it can be seen the types of habitats preferred by different species how birds adapt to their environment.