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BIRKBECK COLLEGE COURSES
We have received information about two part-
time courses held over two years starting in
January each year. One is -for a Certificate
and Diploma in Field Biology and the other for
a Diploma in Countryside Management.
Information from:— The Secretary for Field
Biology, Birkbeck College, Centre for
Extra-Mural Studies, 26 Russell Square,
London, WC1B 5DQ.
SURVIVOR
When least expected - it happens.
Not planned or contrived
anticipated or urged.
An event - a fleeting
glimpse of perfection.
There, on a low branch
of pine near the roadside
a Barn Owl!
In daylight, gold and white
it moved its head,
dark eyes held our gaze.
Frozen in awe
we stood transfixed -
not daring to move.
When it flew into the wood
weaving through trees
a silent wish winged behind
'stay safe and survive
beautiful bird and all your kind.
Forgive us your absences
we're learning ......
slowly' .
MARGARET VERNON