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Leica at Global Birdfair 2024

Join us at this year’s global Birdfair and find an array of inspiring events featuring some of our esteemed Leica Ambassadors and Friends of Leica.

Join us at this year’s global Birdfair with an exciting schedule of events and talks across the weekend. This year, Leica are sponsoring the Young Conservationists Hub, which will be run by the Osprey Leadership Foundation. The Young Conservationists Hub will provide a platform for the amazing talent and young leaders working in nature conservation and inspire other young and aspiring conservationists to follow in their footsteps.

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A close up portrait of a bird.
Leica Ambassadors & Friends of Leica at the Young Conservationists Hub
At Leica, we are committed to those working at the frontlines of nature recovery and conservation. Whether through habitat restoration, education, science, art or photography, meet some of the Leica Ambassadors and Friends of Leica who will be at Global Birdfair this year.
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Luke Massey with the Noctivid 8x42

Luke Massey

Multi award winning wildlife photographer, cameraman, nature guide and co-founder of Wild Finca.

lmasseyimages.com

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Carmen Rueda holding a pair of Leica binoculars.

Carmen Rueda

Field Technician for CBD Habitat and expert on the Iberian lynx reintroduction in Spain.

Learn more about Carmen's work. 

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Harry Read presenting a Leica Scope in nature.

Harry Read

Wildlife photographer and ecologist.

harryreadphotography.co.uk

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Portrait of Elle Kay

Elle Kaye

Co-Founder of the Feminist Bird Club England and Taxidermist.

Learn more about her work here.

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Pedro Prata in nature with the Leica Noctivid 10x42

Pedro Prata

Team Leader for Rewilding Portugal 

Learn more about his work here.

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Mya Bambrick

Young naturalist, writer and winner of the BTO (British Trust for Ornithology) Young Ornithologist of the Year Award in 2023.

instagram.com/myabambrick

 

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A portrait of Will Rose with a pair of Leica binoculars.

Will Rose

Animation Director, designer and illustrator.

willswork.co.uk

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Portrait of Sergey Dereliev at a conference

Sergey Dereliev

Programme Management Officer, Head of Science, Implementation and Compliance Unit for the African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbird Agreement (AEWA).

Read more about Sergey's work.

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Portrait of David Lindo with a pair of Leica binoculars

David Lindo

Wildlife broadcaster, nature writer, bird guide leader, speaker and urban wildlife educationalist.

theurbanbirderworld.com

Events & Talks

Join us over the next three days and meet some of the Leica Ambassadors and Friends of Leica. Learn more about their impactful work, and discover how they are making a difference in the world of nature conservation. From insightful talks and interactive workshops to stunning photography exhibitions and hands-on demonstrations, there’s something for everyone.

Below you can find our highlights, for the full schedule, please see here.

Friday, 12th July 2024

  • Sergey Dereliev from AEWA will be discussing the importance of the work done by the organisation.
     
    Location: Curlew Action Stage
    Time: 09:30am
     
  • Leica Ambassador, Luke Massey will be available to meet and discuss Sport Optics.
     
    Location: Leica Stand
    Time: All-day, drop in
     
  • Experience event with Leica Ambassadors and Friends of Leica to learn more about how to pursue a career in the world of Nature.
     
    Location: Young Conservationists Hub
    Time: All-day, drop in

Saturday, 13th July 2024

  • Guided walk with Elle Kaye, Co-Founder of the Feminist Bird Club England and taxidermist. Book here. 
     
    Location: Young Conservationists Hub
    Time: 10am
     
  • Pedro Prata, Leica X TENT Ambassador will share his 5-year journey of restoring the Greater Côa Valley in Portugal through rewilding.
     
    Location: Curlew Action Stage
    Time: 12:30pm
     
  • Guided walk with Harry Read, ecologist and wildlife photographer. Book here. 
     
    Location: Leica Stand
    Time: 3pm
     

Sunday, 14th July 2024

  • Guided walk with Harry Read, ecologist and wildlife photographer. Book here. 
     
    Location: Leica Stand
    Time: 10am
     
  • Carmen Rueda will be talking about her work as a Field Technician, for CBD Habitat, reintroducing the Iberian Lynx to Spain.
     
    Location: Curlew Action Stage
    Time: 1pm
     
  • Guided walk with Elle Kaye, Co-Founder of the Feminist Bird Club England and taxidermist. Book here. 
     
    Location: Leica Stand
    Time: 2pm
Leica at Global Birdfair 2024
12/07/2024 - 14/07/2024
Oakham, LE15 8RN, Rutland