Joan L Baird, Author at Helensburgh Adviser

Seagull of the Month: November 2019

November 30, 2019December 30, 2019Joan L Baird

This wee one was photographed at the pier and sent to us by Helensburgh based ecologist, Carol Greenwell.

A seagull sitting on a groyne in the autumn evening sunshine.

Seagull of the Month: October 2019

October 31, 2019November 4, 2019Joan L Baird

This young one was spotted sitting on the groyne opposite The Commodore Vintage Inn, enjoying the evening sunshine in the middle of the month.

Seagull of the Month: September 2019

September 30, 2019October 1, 2019Joan L Baird

This cheeky wee ‘gull was spotted pacing along the riverside path during the favourable weather upon September weekend.

Seagull of the month: August 2019

August 31, 2019September 1, 2019Joan L Baird

A bit of town-centre architecture alongside this months ‘gull.

An area of tree stumps above Highlandman's way

Chances of Amazonian style fires cut significantly

August 29, 2019August 29, 2019Joan L Baird

Residents assured that raging forest fires of the kind currently razing areas of the Amazon are unlikely now that all the trees have been chopped down.

Seagull of the Month: July 2019

July 31, 2019August 20, 2022Joan L Baird

Resident, Ross M, sent us this fantastic picture of a handsome ‘gull that regularly visits his house in Helensburgh. Thanks for the submission, Ross – your ‘gull is a strong contender for Seagull of the Year!

Seagull of the Month: June 2019

June 30, 2019July 1, 2019Joan L Baird

This particular seagull was spotted in mid June atop the entranceway of the Commodore Vintage Inn, staring off into the evening sun.

Seagull terrorist swoops from the Co-op roof

Seagull terrorism rocks town centre

June 11, 2019June 11, 2019Joan L Baird

A menacing seagull has been seen swooping to attack innocent pedestrians at the junction of Sinclair Street and King Street in Helensburgh.

Seagull of the Month: April 2019

April 26, 2019April 26, 2019Joan L Baird

A visitor to the town spotted this cheeky chap on the roof of the beer garden at The Henry Bell, waiting to swoop down to snatch leftover food from abandoned meals.

A seagull swooping between trees at Kidston Park

Seagull of the Month: March 2019

March 31, 2019March 31, 2019Joan L Baird

This month’s seagull was spotted soaring above the play park at Kidston Park on a wonderfully warm, early summer afternoon.