Al Wathba Wetland field trip: Geology, Flora and Fauna

Al Wathba Wetland field trip: Geology, Flora and Fauna, Saturday 23 March 2019

Field trip Lead : Claudia Steuber  dresima@emirates.net.ae

Field trip open to all ages above 5 years, however it is a trip that will require a bit of walking (around 6km) from 2pm to around 6pm.

Maximum number of people : 25

We invite you to join us for an afternoon filled with exciting nature!

Please try to reach the Al Wathba wetland reserve around 1.30 pm as the gates will be closed
for the public at 2 pm.

We will start with a presentation by Dr. Thomas Steuber about the Geology of the reserve giving us insights back to the Ice Ages followed by a presentation about Flora and Fauna that will give an idea of the complex nature history of the reserve. Salem Al Menhali and Mustafa Hamid Eltoum from the EAD-Al Wathba team will demonstrate and explain some tradional plant uses.
We will walk around 6km through the reserve to explore the local nature. The experienced ornithologist Oscar Campbell and keen birdwatcher Desmond Lobo will help to find and identify resident and migratory bird species.
On our way back we will try to observe from a non-disturbing distance around 20 Harrier arriving for communal nighttime roosting.
We will be back at the visitor center around 7 pm.

Special Instructions: Keep your mobiles on silent! We recommend wearing brown, beige or green clothes with long sleeves and trousers, sports shoes and a hat. Try to avoid bright colours. Bring binoculars, insect repellent, sun protection, snacks and water.

Please register your participation by selecting the number of tickets and entering your details.

ENHG field trips are open to paid up members. You can renew or sign up for membership at the beginning of the field trip. Individual membership is 100Dhs while Family membership is 150Dhs and this is valid for the entire season. 

For any questions, please email Claudia: dresima@emirates.net.ae

We thank the Environment Agency Abu Dhabi www.ead.ae for hosting and permission to conduct this field trip and for the ongoing support of their ranger team. 

See you soon!