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Ep 2. Adam Bolton, Surrey Wildlife Trust - Ockham Commons

Season 1, Ep. 2

In this episode Matt goes for a birdwatching walk with Adam Bolton, the Conservation Manager at Surrey Wildlife Trust. As Adam shows Matt around one of his many sites, Ockham Commons, they go in search of Dartford Warblers.


Adam really is a fountain of knowledge so it’s a brilliant chat about what a rich tapestry heathland is for birding and wildlife.


Follow Adam on Instagram and TikTok @ABWildPhotography


Also be sure to follow Surrey Wildlife Trust on Instagram, Facebook, X and YouTube. You can also become a member and find out more about visiting their sites on their website www.surreywildlifetrust.org


If you haven’t already you can follow us on Instagram and TikTok @RocknRoll Birder


Keep your Birding Questions coming to info@rocknrollbirder.com and we’ll answer them in the pod.


This episode is proudly sponsored by Eco Bird Food. Use our discount code RNRB20 for 20% off all orders of Eco Bird Food. No waste, no mess, just brilliant bird food. Head to www.ecobirdfood.com to make your purchase now!

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