Field meeting aim: To see early emergers such as Hairy Dragonfly and…
Events
Latest update (January 2022) on British Dragonfly Society events:
We encourage everyone to get outside individually or in household groups, to exercise and to enjoy nature, but only where this can be done in a safe manner following the advice issued by the Government and noting that this varies between the different countries in the United Kingdom. We would encourage everyone to continue to exercise care in visiting sites and to avoid crowds and unnecessary contact with others.
We are planning Field Meetings once again, but those wishing to attend will need to book in advance and there will be requirements that those attending will be expected to observe to ensure the safety of everyone. The situation will be kept under review and events may need to be cancelled or changed at short notice if the situation changes or does not continue to progress as hoped.
While an easing of restrictions will indicate that the risk from Covid-19 has diminished, it will not have disappeared and we would ask everyone who attends an event to act sensibly to protect themselves and others.
Dragonfly enthusiasts and supporters – please check the national COVID-19 government guidance here and your local travel guidance before undertaking any dragonfly work, recording, or surveys this summer. While we would love you to input any dragonfly records that you generate, you should not feel under any obligation to carry out surveys and should only do so if you have assessed that the activity is safe and is permitted by any restrictions in place at the time.
Info for event Leaders
The current BDS Risk Assessment for Field Meetings can be downloaded here and may be adapted as necessary by event leaders. The latest Covid-19 Risk Assessments can be found here:
Covid-19 Field Meeting Risk Assessment reviewed January 2022
Covid-19 Indoor Risk Assessment reviewed January 2022
Only BDS-organised events sent to us in advance and displayed on our website are covered by BDS insurance (check that your event is displayed before it takes place). If you are leading a BDS event or thinking about doing so, you might find these Notes for Leaders helpful.
This is a diary of upcoming dragonfly-related events, courses, and field trips. You will also find volunteering opportunities at our Dragonfly Hotspot sites listed here.
If you would like us to help advertise a relevant event please contact our Conservation Officer.
Event type
Green: BDS and BDS Local Group field meetings and events.
Blue: events the BDS will be present at but not responsible for.
Red: Dragonfly-related events where the BDS is not present.
Title image: Migrant Hawker by Gareth William Tonks

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May 2022
Field meeting to look for Scarce Chasers, Hairy Dragonflies, and Red-eyed Damselflies.
Morning and afternoon walk.
June 2022
Field Studies Council event.
In search of Hairy Dragonfly which has colonised the reserve.
Field meeting to look primarily for Southern Damselfly.
Join in this online celebration of ponds! #PondWatch is an annual event…
Shropshire County Dragonfly Recorder Sue Rees Evans is running two dragonfly workshops…
Field meeting aim: to see the Downy Emerald at its only site…
A follow-up to the May meeting for those who commit to monitoring…
Morning walk to look for a broad range of dragonfly species, including…
This course is aimed at all those with a desire to learn…
Free family activity day.
Field meeting to look for Scarce Blue-tailed Damselfly and Black Darter.
The 6th European Congress On Damselflies And Dragonflies In Slovenia 2022
Field Studies Council event.
FSC Biolinks couse for beginners.
July 2022
Interactive learning experiences for schools.
A field meeting to look for Small Red and Red-eyed Damselflies, Downy…
Join us in this event to celebrate the one year anniversary of…
Shropshire County Dragonfly Recorder Sue Rees Evans is running 2 dragonfly workshops…
FSC Biolinks event,
You can now book your tickets for Global Birdfair 2022.
Field Studies Council event.
This is a field meeting primarily looking for White-legged Damselfly.
Celebrating the launch of Llangorse Lake as the first Welsh Dragonfly Hotspot.
Join in our annual celebration of dragonflies - Dragonfly Week! This year…
Celebrating our new Hotspot partnership at Llangorse Lake.
A Dragonfly Hotspot event: a chance to see the species of mid-summer,…
Join us in celebrating the launch of new Hotspot partnership with Steart…
August 2022
FSC Biolinks event,
A field meeting to look for late summer species including heathland specialists…
A Dragonfly Hotspot event: a chance to see a good range of…
On this site 18 of the 33 ponds are suitable for viewing…
FSC Biolinks event,
Joint meeting with Freshwater Habitats Trust.
Our first visit to this small reserve adjacent to the A3 near…
Field Studies Council event
FSC Biolinks event,
September 2022
Joint meeting with Ryedale Natural History Society.
FSC Biolinks event,
A joint meeting with Cleveland Field Naturalists.
Help keep manage the Stover Dragonfly Hotspot.
FSC Biolinks event,
October 2022
FSC Biolinks event,
FSC Biolinks event,
Help keep manage the Stover Dragonfly Hotspot.
November 2022
FSC Biolinks event,
FSC Biolinks event,
FSC Biolinks event,
FSC Biolinks event,
Help keep manage the Stover Dragonfly Hotspot.
FSC Biolinks event,
December 2022
Help keep manage the Stover Dragonfly Hotspot.
January 2023
Help keep manage the Stover Dragonfly Hotspot.
February 2023
Help keep manage the Stover Dragonfly Hotspot.
March 2023
Help keep manage the Stover Dragonfly Hotspot.
April 2023
Part of the entoL!VE webinar series.
Help keep manage the Stover Dragonfly Hotspot.