Respect other people

• Consider the local community and other people enjoying the outdoors
• Leave gates and property as you find them and follow paths unless wider access is available

Protect the natural environment

• Leave no trace of your visit and take your litter home
• Keep dogs under effective control

Enjoy the outdoors

• Plan ahead and be prepared
• Follow advice and local signs

Five things to remember

• Avoid disturbing birds and their habitats – the birds’ interests should always come first
• Be an ambassador for birdwatching
• Know the law and the rules for visiting the countryside, and follow them
• Send your sightings to the County Bird Recorder and the Birdtrack website
• Think about the interests of wildlife and local people before passing on news of a rare bird, especially during the breeding season.