Day 5: Buses, Birds and Beaches

After a quiet nights sleep we returned to the land of the living to a rather mediocre breakfast by comparison of the previous morning's feast. The typical morning ritual of card games, made us enthusiastic for the day's activities. A short walk led us to the Brodick bus terminal to catch the bus.

Arriving in Lamlash, we met up with the COAST Jennys and were duely supplied with an assortment of litter picking goodies. A short walk to the beach and we were away, kicking off with a cheeky Monster Munch wrapper, more litter would soon follow. Hellbent on finding the most obscure item, groups set off down the beach. Party poppers, dumbell weights and a cassette, the wierd and wacky rolled in, as well as what appeared to be the site of a greek plate smashing. Keeping an eye out for the flora and fauna, the beach hosted oyster catchers, a shag, and countless gulls, as well as several jellyfish.

We convened at the beach end, dragging pipes, car parts and even the back of a boat, before lugging it all to the local high school's bins. Another short bus ride with some interesting characters we disemarked into a Brodick which had transformed into a bustling hub of tourists. Walking back, an eagle eyed Rob spotted a Sparrow Hawk amidst the trees.

Back in the lodge Sue, from Exxpedition, came to talk about the affects of plastic in the sea and its affects on the ecosystems and the human body. We were introduced to a fascinating 40 minute long video about Sue's adventure across the Atlantic. We now realise where Lucy got her thirst for adventure.

Our knowledge was expanded by Sue's expertise, which we reflected on over another fantastic dinner, fajitas cooked by Emma and Izzy.

We would like to thank Lucy and Rob for their expertise and hard work for making the residental special for all of us. We cannot thank them enough!

 Bring on the final night.