Something for everyone at Members Day

The first Buglife Members Day and Open Day held on 25 April was a great success. Read all about the day and what our guests thought of it here.

Tuesday 5 May

Our first ever Members Day and Open Day was held in central London. The day was open to all but completely free to Buglife members. 48 people came to the day - a great turnout for this new event. Guests dropped in for the talks and exhibitions throughout the day.

Our talks included 'Bug Hunting in the Antarctic - hunting for aliens in South Georgia' and 'Living roofs - high-rise homes for bugs'. Displays and exhibitions were available all day. 'Bug TV', where guests were able to view bugs under the microscope was particularly popular, as was the gardening display. The children enjoyed bug-themed arts and crafts and face-painting.

Lunchtime and coffee breaks were a good opportunity to peruse the stalls and chat with staff, volunteers and trustees. The lunch was a particular highlight and was described as 'excellent' by many guests.

Three generations of one family came to the day! Ruth Breame, Rosemary Breame and young Polly all enjoyed different aspects of the day. Polly had her face painted as a beutiful butterfly!

There was something for everyone but the whole family enjoyed looking
at bugs close-up!

Comments from our guests

'Good speakers, engaging presentations. Loved seeing samples of bugs and materials. Thanks for raising awareness of invertebrates' existence and importance'

'Thanks for great day, very informative'

'Well attended - a lot of interest'

'Enjoyable, relaxed day - very interesting'

'Good talks, food, friendly people'

'Brilliant - thank you very much'

'Excellent day, enjoyed lunch and talks'

'Keep going'

'Keep up good work - you are needed'

'Very good website'

'Very informative, keep up the good work'

'I shall join - well worth supporting'

Members Day and Open Day 2010

We have begun to plan next years event and we need your help!

What would you like to hear about at the day next year? What activities would you like to take part in? How can we publicise the day? Where should the event be held? Do you have an idea for a great, low-cost venue? We will read all your comments. Please send them to us by clicking here

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