Skadden - the southern end
The south end of the island consists mainly of boulders only. There is some wind-shaped and salt-burnt scrub also, where unusual passerines might pop up. The outmost tip is a seabird reserve with no access during the breeding season. There are now just a very few pairs of seabirds breeding; formerly there was a large colony.
Waterfowl is the principal thing to see here, such as Grebes, Divers and so on. King Eider has been recorded almost every year, mainly in March. Both sides of the tip should be checked for waterfowl.
On the northwest side, towards the farm Løkstad, there are areas of coastal meadow and scrub, and the waters outside also host noticeable numbers of waterfowl. Also check for resting waders and passerines.
The site is reached by following the main road southwards, turning left at the sign "Skagerakstrand". Then follow the paths till you are around the fields at the nearby farm of Løkstad. Then follow the beach on the western side where there is a path leading southwards across the narrow meadow. You also pass a cottage with a small pier right north of the reserve border.
Recommended seasons: autumn, winter and spring
Typical species: waterfowl, passerines.
Recommended watchpoints: just south of the southmost cottage; by the wooden tower. Several other places along the paths are also equally rewarding.
