riverside Archives - Page 2 of 3 - Helensburgh Adviser

A seagull flying along the cycle lane on West Clyde Street in Helensburgh

Seagull of the Month: January 2023

February 3, 2023February 3, 2023Joan L Baird

This seagull was spotted on Clyde Street, making his way to Kidston Park by following the cycle lane. Very sensible of him, except if he was on the new and completely ridiculous cycle lane by the pier, where he’d likely be run over while attempting to rejoin the busy main road.

A seagull photographed on the banks of the River Clyde, facing toward the cold water.

Seagull of the Month: December 2022

December 31, 2022December 31, 2022Joan L Baird

Our final seagull of the month for 2022 was photographed on the afternoon of the last day of the year. Staying out of the cold River Clyde, perhaps she’s looking forward to what 2023 will have in store – hopefully some warmer weather for us all.

A seagull gliding in the strong wind with waves crashing to the shore beneath.

Seagull of the Month: October 2022

November 1, 2022November 1, 2022Joan L Baird

This determined looking seagull was gliding in the strong wind, surveying the waves as they crashed ashore during blustery conditions in late October.

A seagull perched on a rock by the river Clyde in early September 2022

Seagull of the Month: September 2022

September 30, 2022September 30, 2022Joan L Baird

This young ‘gull was spotted claiming a rock and showing no interest in the windsurfing exploits behind her in the balmy weather in early September. Sadly, she won’t see weather like this again for a good six months.

A seagull standing at the top of the slipway on Helensburgh's west bay, with the pier and leisure centre in the background

Seagull of the Month: August 2022

September 1, 2022September 1, 2022Joan L Baird

Standing at the top of the old slipway by the west bay, this seagull is looking forward to the new leisure centre being opened in September.

A seagull soaring above the slipway beside the river Clyde toward the west of Helensburgh

Seagull of the Month: February 2022

February 28, 2022February 28, 2022Joan L Baird

A seagull spotted soaring above the slipway, with Kidston Park in the distance.

Seagull of the Month: October 2021

October 31, 2021October 31, 2021Joan L Baird

Perched on a lampost on the last Saturday afternoon of October, this young ‘gull is enjoying the last of the sunshine before we head into the depths of winter.

A seagull launches from the seawall into a bracing headwind

Seagull of the Month: September 2021

October 1, 2021October 1, 2021Joan L Baird

This young seagull was spotted launching from the seawall into a bracing headwind as the waves crashed ashore in late September.

A seagull standing on the sea wall at Helensburgh riverside

Seagull of the Month: July 2021

August 2, 2021August 2, 2021Joan L Baird

This seagull posed patiently on the sea wall whilst squinting into the setting sun in late July 2021.

A seagull soaring above the west bay, snowcapped mountains in the background

Seagull of the Month: February 2021

March 1, 2021March 1, 2021Joan L Baird

February was a cold month for the town, with snowfall and icy conditions. This seagull was spotted on a clear day, soaring above the west bay before a backdrop of snow-capped mountains.