FOUNDED in 1952 with the aim of studying, photographing, recording, and conserving flora and fauna, the Salisbury and District Natural History Society is now celebrating 70 years of dedicated enthusiasm about nature.
With 100 members, the society has specialist section leaders in botany, entomology, ornithology, mycology and zoology and a full programme of indoor meetings including presentations about wildlife.
There is also a varied programme of field meetings in place throughout the year.
At the recent annual general meeting, outgoing chair James Macpherson said: 'As a local Natural History Society we can do our bit, however small, to raise awareness of the beauty and fascination of the natural world around us and the benefits it confers on our wellbeing.
“I strongly believe in reaching out to other organizations, both local and beyond, to further the cause of nature conservation and education and to harness the collective enthusiasm and knowledge of the natural history community.”
Peter Thompson has recently taken over as chair of the society and a keen birdwatcher, and naturalist, he brings extensive experience in countryside management.
Indoor meetings are held from September to April, on the 3rd Thursday of the month at Salisbury Baptist Church in Brown Street and all are welcome.
For more, go to salisburynaturalhistory.com
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