BIRDWATCHING


B I RDWATCHING KITLIST


ALL THE BIRDWATCHING ESSENTIALS, FROM FIELD GUIDES TO MONOCULARS. WORDS: IMAN MOHAMMED


1 VEO OPTIC GUARD H


DLX HARNESS Make sure your camera and/or optic devices don’t weigh you down. This harness is designed for an even distribution of weight to avoid long-term neck strain, providing more comfort in the fi eld. £34.99. vanguardworld.co.uk


4 2 PURESTEP HIKE OUTDOOR


SPRING BAREFOOT SHOES The correct footwear is key. These Purestep Hike shoes are light and durable, making them comfortable for long days on the trot. With a slip- and water-resistant design, they’re also ideal for all surfaces and weather conditions. £39.90. purestep.co.uk


3 MERLIN BIRD ID FIELD GUIDE


This handy smartphone app cleverly combines images and sound to identify bird species, perfect for when you’re on the go. Free on iOS and Android. merlin.allaboutbirds.org


4 ECO BEACON BIRD FEEDER A portable feeder is handy for attracting specifi c species for a closer look. The Eco Beacon bird feeder’s subtle green look is created to blend into its surroundings. It’s a breeze to set up, with a lightweight, easy-to- clean design. £8.99. abelandcole.co.uk


5 COLLINS BIRD GUIDE


The Collins Bird Guide is the perfect introduction to the world of birds. Iconic among enthusiasts, it’s fi lled with all the info you could need for identifying species, along with details on their behaviour and habitats. £14.99. amazon.co.uk


6 VIKING BADGER


8X42 BINOCULARS Featuring multi-coated lenses, these binoculars off er all the precision needed for birdwatching. They’re also well suited for the UK’s weather as they’re made from waterproof materials and fi lled with nitrogen to prevent fogging up. £93.95. ligo.co.uk


7 HAWKE NATURE-TREK


10X42 MONOCULAR Monoculars can be focused much quicker than binoculars. Small and easy to stow away in a backpack, and with high-grip material, you’ll fi nd yourself reaching for this high- precision model in the fi eld all the time. £89. ligo.co.uk


8 THE PACE 20L BACKPACK


This backpack is designed with an air-fl ow back system and a water- resistant rain cover, so it’ll keep you comfortable in all weather conditions. Distributing weight through its chest and hip straps, it’s also made to prevent muscle strain. £34.99. mountainwarehouse.com


9 NIKON COOLPIX


P1000 CAMERA Having the right camera is absolutely essential. Featuring up to four times magnifi cation and 125 times optical zoom, taking photos and videos from afar is easy, even for those photographers who are just starting out. £999. nikon.co.uk


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