Mist Netting........

This is a fine net erected

between poles, and is

designed to catch birds

in flight. This method is

very effective but birds

can only be removed safely

from mist nets by

experienced ringers who

have received special training.

Woosh Netting.......

A whoosh net is a net fired over the birds you wish to catch by strong

elastic. The net is furled in a line at the back of the catching area.

At either end is a pole stuck in the ground, leaning forward at about 28

degrees. The leading edge of the net is secured at its corners to rings

which slide up the poles, and to two lengths of elastic cord. These are

stretched out in front of the net, pulling the net forward over the

catching area. When set, the rings and the net are held at the base of

the poles by the trigger mechanism, against the tension of the elastic.

When the net is triggered, it flies up the poles, off their ends and

over the catching area, then down on to the ground and is held there by

the remaining tension in the elastic.

Cage Trap/Spring Traps......

Small cage Traps and Spring Traps baited with meal worms, seed and

bread are used and are ideal for Wheatears, Stonechats, Pipits and Water Rail.

All Cage traps are observed from a suitable distance.