About the event

Seawatch: at high tide (or at least when the tide is too high for us to stay on the shore), we go somewhere high up and do a land-based dolphin survey, where we look out to see and record signs of dolphins, seals, porpoises, and any other “megafauna”- or large animals, which we can see. This section is stationary, and often wheelchair accessible, but please contact the organiser in advance to let them know of your accessibility needs.

What to bring:

1. Dress for the weather; if it is cold bring warm clothes, waterproofs, and plenty of layers. If it’s warm, bring sunhat, suncream, and cooler clothes to protect yourself from the heat.
2. Plenty of drinks and snacls, water or hot flasks, and packed lunch; it’s tiring out on the shore, so make sure you bring lots of fuel to keep yourself going!
3. Grippy, stable, shoes: regardless of the weather, the rocks can be very slippy. Please wear grippy shoes such as wellies, trainers, or walking boots, to help you to stay safe as you move around on them.
4. If you have your own binoculars or coastal ID resources, please bring them along. We will also have equipment and materials to give out, but extras are always useful!

Please note: these survey days are volunteer-led, so you will not receive a specific briefing email before the event. Please read all of the information provided carefully, and make sure you arrive on time at the meeting point to join in. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Cumbria Wildlife Trust and we will pass on messages to our volunteers.

See you on the shore!

Cost: Free

Booking required