5 1 Over the estuary a few Little Terns and gulls were seen, including Lesser Black Back, Common, Black-headed and Herring On our way back to the car park a late Swift was seen and also a Great Spotted Woodpecker flew over us. A rewarding day was had by all of us and a total of 40 species was recorded. MICHAEL PARKER FROM THE MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY I would like to thank all those who responded to my reminder for subscriptions this year. There are now only 9 out- standing for 1985 - is this a record? Please pay your subscription by 1st January, 1986. New Members Mr. D. Bloomfield Mrs. G. Bright Mrs. C. Curtis Miss G. Foott Mr. R. Lovell Mr. D. S. Walker Brentwood Margaretting Shenfield Shenfield Elgin, Scotland Basildon We welcome all these new members to the Club and hope that they have many happy years with us. MICHAEL PARKER