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Abriachan Community Woodland, Inverness
Date Event
30 Jul
2.00–3.30
Meet the Gruffalo Follow the Gruffalo's tracks into the deep dark wood. All children must be accompanied.
Almond Valley Heritage Centre, Millfield, Livingston
Date Event
7 Sep
10.00am–5.00
West Lothian's Environment Fair Local groups get together to present a day of activities. games, displays and entertainment exploring the wonders of our natural environment.
Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, Visitor Centre, by Broxburn
Date Event
22 Aug Bat Walk Learn about the bats with the Rangers. Please call to book and confirm evening starting time.
27 Aug
1.30
Drumshoreland Ponds A walk along the old railway track to the wildlife ponds at Pumpherston.
Ardeonaig Hotel, Ardeonaig South Road Loch Tay, Between Killin and Kenmore
Date Event
28 Aug
11.00am–9.00
Ardeonaig Food and Wine Festival A festival of Scottish food and South African wine, featuring a sheepdog show and a lamb spit roast.
Ardersier Common, Ardersier
Date Event
27 Jul
2.00–3.30
Butterflies at Ardersier Butterfly education and insect based activities. Not suitable for dogs.
Beecraigs Country Park, nr Linlithgow
Date Event
22 Aug Bat Walk Learn about the bats with the Rangers. Please call to book and confirm evening starting time.
5 Sep Badger Watch Come and marvel at badgers in their natural surroundings. Please call for start time information and to book.
Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve Office, Lynedoch Main Street, Killin
Date Event
13 Aug
8.00
Enjoying Moths Professor John Knowler delivers an illustrated talk about the joys of studying moths.
Bernisdale, Portree Isle of Skye
Date Event
4 Dec
11.00am–3.30
Loch Niarsco An 8km walk across moorland and over Ben Roishader to the remote Loch Niarsco.
Blackford Pond, Cluny Gardens, Edinburgh
Date Event
23 Nov
1.00–3.00
Rocks and Ice of Hermitage and Blackford Hill From volcanic eruptions to great glaciers: find out how massive forces shaped this exciting landscape. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes…
Blackness Castle, Nr Linlithgow, Blackness
Date Event
31 Aug
12.00, 1.30 & 2.30
Falconry Programme Get up close and personal with these magnificent predators.
31 Aug
12.00, 1.30 & 2.30
Falconry Up Close and Personal Demonstrations of birds of prey in flight, plus the chance to fly a bird yourself.
Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, Pitlochry
Date Event
31 Jul
10.30am–12.00
Bird World Learn all about birds and flying.
Boat of Garten New Community Hall, Craigie Avenue, Boat of Garten
Date Event
Mondays
8.30–10.00
Illustrated Wildlife Talks Illustrated talks on ospreys, capercaillie, raptors, and the Abernethy Forest and Insh Marshes National Nature Reserves.
25 Aug
8.30–10.30
Wildlife of the Cairngorms National Park: Alan Bantick An illustrated talk covering the birds and animals found in the mountains around the River Spey.
Bothwell Castle, Castle Avenue, Uddingston
Date Event
6 Sep
12.00, 1.30 & 2.30
Falconry Up Close and Personal Demonstrations of birds of prey in flight, plus the chance to fly a bird yourself.
Bowhill House & Country Park, Bowhill, Selkirk
Date Event
10 Aug
2.00–3.30
Bug Patrol Hunt out the bugs and beasties of Bowhill. Booking essential. Suitable for all ages.
13 Aug
2.00–3.30
Woodland Walk Join the Rangers for a tree-identification walk. Booking essential. Suitable for all ages.
17 Aug
7.30–9.30
River Watch Hunt out the wildlife on the banks of the Ettrick water and maybe see some kingfishers and otters. Booking essential. Ages 8+; children must be…
20 Aug
8.30–10.30
Bowhill goes Batty Find the bats but don't be scared. Children must be accompanied. Booking essential.
23 Aug
11.00am–3.00
Walk the Duchess' Drive An ascent through the woods of Bowhill. Ages 16+. Booking essential.
Broadford, Isle of Skye
Date Event
14 Nov
11.30am–3.30
Winter Wildfowl and Waders Learn to spot some wildfowl and waders on a winter's day outing around Rubh' an Eireannach.
Brodick Castle and Country Park, Brodick, Isle Of Arran
Date Event
Tuesdays
2.00–3.00
Garden Walk Take a Tuesday turn around the garden with the head gardener and learn all about the international plants which grow there.
30 Jul
1.30–5.00
Reptile Ramble A chance to examine Arran's reptiles at close quarters.
31 Jul
2.00–3.30
Seashore and Seals Learn all about the seashore and the life of seals at Kildonan.
4 Aug
2.00–3.30
Bug Hunt Search out some minibeasts in the forest.
13 Aug
9.30am–5.00
The Three Beinns Strenuous walk but worth it for the views. Remember to wear sturdy walking boots and book in advance.
14 Aug
1.00–4.00
Ask the Ranger They know an awful lot. Normal admission prices apply.
20 Aug
10.00am–4.00
Beginners Navigation A day course for beginners on hill navigation. Please bring walking boots and waterproofs.
21 Aug
9.00–10.30
Evening Safari Experience the night life of Brodick Country Park. Please bring a torch if you have one.
25 Aug
2.00–3.30
Trees from Around the World Discover Brodick's fine collection of leafy giants.
27 Aug
9.30am–4.00
Wildlife on Beinn A'Chliabhain Mountain wildlife above Glen Rosa. Booking essential.
Broughty Ferry Castle Grounds, Broughty Ferry, Dundee
Date Event
17 Aug
12.00–4.00
Ferry Fliers A celebration of flight with a display of falconry by the falconers from Raptor World.
Broughty Ferry Harbour, Beach Crescent, Broughty Ferry
Date Event
27 Jul
10.00am
Shore Watch: Broughty Ferry harbour Meet the Camperdown Rangers by the harbour for a day of sea gazing.
Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park, Gilmerton Dykes Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
28 Aug
7.45–9.45
The Fabulous Bats of Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park A dusk walk to discover more about the bats at Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park Local Nature Reserve; dispel the myths and learn the facts about these…
28 Sep
10.00–11.30am
Bug Hunt A walk in the old Moredun Wood to discover the creepy crawlies that live there. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes and waterproofs. Under…
Burntisland Heritage Centre, 4 Kirkgate, Burntisland
Date Event
Wednesdays
2.30
Burntisland Heritage Guided Walk Guided tours giving an insight into the area's rich cultural heritage. The tours take in the famous Parish Church, the Burgh Chambers and by prior…
Cairngorm Mountain Ranger Base, Aviemore
Date Event
Sundays
2.30
Allt More Trail Guided Walk Easy, guided two-hour downhill walk from high moorlands at Cairgorm, through a Caledonian pine forest, to Glenmore.
31 Jul
9.00am
Ben Macdui Guided Walk Strenuous full-day ranger-guided climb to the summit of Scotland's second highest mountain.
15 Aug
9.00–1.30am
Meteorite Walk Ranger-guided night walk providing a unique chance (weather permitting) to see spectacular meteor showers. Refreshments and return by funicular…
28 Aug, 25 Sep
9.00am
Ben Macdui Guided Walk Strenuous full-day ranger-guided climb to the summit of Scotland's second highest mountain.
Cammo Estate, Cammo Visitor Centre Cammo Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
31 Jul
2.00–3.30
Art in the Park Nature-based art activities for children aged 4-8. Please wear old clothes and bring a bag to take home any creations. Under 16s must be accompanied.
Camperdown Wildlife Centre, Camperdown Park Coupar Angus Road, Dundee
Date Event
26 Jul–10 Aug
10.00am–4.00
Camperdown Creepy Crawlies An exotic exhibit of insects, amphibians and reptiles in amazing habitat displays. In addition to bug ogling, children will be able to play in the…
27 Sep
10.00am–4.30
Hopping Good Fun In celebration of the Year of The Frog Camperdown Wildlife Centre will be doing lots of froggy things, with displays and crafty activities.
Cardrona Forest Car Park, Innerleithen, Peebles
Date Event
9 Nov
10.00am–4.00
Feed The Birds Make strong shelters for the birds that will visit your garden this winter.
6 Dec
10.00am–3.00
Festive Fun Visit Santa on the Santa trail and take part in festive activities, crafts and more.
Castle Fraser, Sauchen, Inverurie
Date Event
30 Jul
10.30am–12.30 & 2.00–4.00
Children's Walk: Pond Creatures Bring your wellies and discover what sorts of creatures live below the surface of Castle Fraser's pond.
14 Aug
6.45–9.00
Harvest Supper and Bat Walk Supper, a talk, then a walk. Booking essential.
22 Aug
7.30–9.00
Children's Event: Bat Watch Learn about the crazy upside down world of these surprisingly furry flyers.

Found 201 events at 106 places.
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