<p>In this episode of Rock ‘n Roll Birder Podcast, I head to the legendary WWT Slimbridge with top birder Billy Heaney — and it turns into one of those unforgettable days.</p><p>It’s the 80th anniversary year of the Wildfowl &amp; Wetlands Trust, founded by the iconic conservationist Sir Peter Scott, and there’s no better place to celebrate than this world-famous reserve on the Severn Estuary.</p><br><p>Highlights from the day:</p><p>FOUR lifers including the elusive Jack Snipe</p><p>Stunning winter views of Bewick’s Swans</p><p>And a surprise encounter with wildlife legend Michaela Strachan</p><br><p>If you love UK birding, rare waders, wildfowl spectacles and proper conservation heritage — this one’s for you.</p><br><p>Don’t forget to follow the podcast and subscribe to <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@rocknrollbirdertv" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); outline-style: initial; outline-width: 0px;">Rock 'n Roll Birder TV</a> for the full Slimbridge adventure.</p><br><p>Do keep your Birding Questions coming to <a href="mailto:[email protected]" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">[email protected]</a> or DM <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rocknrollbirder/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@rocknrollbirder</a>.</p><br><p>Our t-shirts and beanies are finally a reality! Buy the Rock 'n Roll Birder merch <a href="https://www.rocknrollbirder.com/merch" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>!</p><br><p>Thank you to this week’s sponsors <a href="https://green-feathers.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Green Feathers</a> and <a href="https://ecobirdfood.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Eco Bird Food</a>.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Hosted by Matt Spracklen</p><p>Produced by Sarah Spracklen</p><p>Music by David Joseph</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>