Gilbert Dempster Fisher facts for kids
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Gilbert Dempster Fisher
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| Born | 18 August 1906 Bishopton, Renfrewshire, Scotland |
| Died | 11 July 1985 (aged 78) North Berwick, East Lothian, UK |
| Pen name | G.D. Fisher |
| Occupation | Writer, naturalist, broadcaster, administrator |
| Nationality | Scottish |
| Genre | Non-fiction, natural history, poetry, ornithology |
| Spouse | Ella Veitch Shaw |
| Children | one son |
Gilbert Dempster Fisher (1906–1985) was a Scottish writer, naturalist, and broadcaster. He became very well-known on BBC Scottish Radio. People knew him best as 'the Hut Man'.
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Gilbert Fisher's Life
Gilbert D. Fisher was born on August 18, 1906. His birthplace was Bishopton, Renfrewshire in Scotland. His father was William Duncan Fisher, an accountant. His mother was Mary McEwan Dempster.
In 1940, he married Ella Veitch Shaw in Edinburgh. They had one son, named Jeremy. Gilbert Fisher passed away on July 11, 1985. He died at his home in North Berwick, East Lothian.
His Career and 'The Hut Man'
After finishing school, Gilbert Fisher worked in business for ten years. However, he decided to leave that career. He wanted to spend his time studying nature instead.
In 1936, he became a member of the British Ornithologists' Union. This group studies birds. Around that time, he moved into a small hut. This hut was located in the moorlands north of Lochwinnoch in Renfrewshire.
The Hut Man's Book
In 1938, Gilbert Fisher published a book. It was called The Hut Man's Book. This book was later re-published in 1950. It became part of the popular Puffin Story Book series.
Radio Star: The Hut Man
Gilbert Fisher started his radio shows in 1948. He broadcast on the BBC Home Service in Scotland. His character was known as 'the Hut Man'. The first show was on January 12, 1948. It was part of the 'Children's Hour' program.
The show was first called 'Hut-Country Walks'. It featured two children exploring the 'Hut Country' with the Hut Man. Later, the show's name changed to 'Exploring the Hut Country'. It was broadcast about once a month.
This 'Hut Country' program became very popular. Gilbert Fisher used his fame to help schools. He encouraged nature studies in schools across Scotland. The last 'Exploring the Hut Country' show aired on June 19, 1956.
Leading Edinburgh Zoo
Gilbert Fisher's broadcasting career ended in 1956. He was given an important new job. He became the director-secretary of the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland. This meant he was in charge of the Edinburgh Zoo. He led the zoo until he retired in 1971.
