Quote:Luck ,had nothing to do with the reduced disturbances.It was through everyone's willingness to comply with the increased restrictions and their hard efforts,in trying to preserve their right to sail at West Kirby,by working with the local bird watching community.{ Sorry ,must have hit a nerve }

Sorry so long replying to this, I couldn't locate this forum again then forgot about it - just happened to come across it again. Anyway - just to say that everyone (birdwatchers, bird wardens, Rangers etc.) fully appreciate the effort that went in to reducing bird disturbance last winter. There was really a big difference for which many thanks. Apologies also that the buoys which mark the no go areas (protecting the bird roosts) were so late going out this year - just an unfortunate combination of circumstances. But they are out there now and you will see that there is a bit more room to sail in - thank Dave Rose (Kite Surfer) for that who has been liasing with the Coastal Ranger.

Richard Smith www.deeestuary.co.uk