After 6am, Days out, Nature

Come explore the picturesque gardens of the Rehall Walled Gardens and say hello to all the spring buds. There'll also be crafts for the kids, a plant sale for the greenthumbs and cream teas for all to enjoy.

The largest gathering of cattle in Scotland. Watch the judges select the prize-winners and enjoy lots of other entertainment besides.

Get a greenery fix before work or school with an early morning breakfast of local food and environmental ideas. Gardening and foraging experts are on hand with advice for making the most of plant life in the city, focusing on organic and sustainable growing techniques.

An exhibition of images and objects connecting books to nature.

After gleaning inspiration from a minibeast hunt, craft your own wee beasties.

Trek across the hills of Perthshire on a Highland pony. Featuring forestry tracks and a river crossing, with plenty of wildlife on display.

Get a little bit closer to some of the animals and plants that live on Ben Lawers. Wellies and waterproofs recommended. Meet at the car park. Booking is essential.

A pleasant walk along the forest trails and windfarm tracks up to Whitelee Plateau then back again.

An exhibition tracing the imagined history of a teak bed found in a Singapore junk shop back to the tree from which it was made, incorporating photographs, prints, collages and an award-winning short film.

A nocturnal guided walk into the woods to see what creatures come out when people go to bed. A torch and hardy footwear are advised.

Through the spring and summer months, Falls of Clyde Nature Reserve are offering the chance to get up close and personal with their resident wild peregrine falcons.

Spend a lovely spring weekend learning how to photograph plants in their natural habitats, with both theory and practical instruction. You'll need proper outwear, a packed lunch for each day, and – of course – your camera and equipment, as well as a laptop, if you have one. Booking is essential.

A chance for the whole family to enjoy entertainment and activities to get closer to nature.

Monthly nature club for ages 7–11. Applications taken from Aug 19 onwards. Booking is essential.

Relive all those childhood years jumping in the mud and climbing trees at this adult only forest school where you get to build dens and cook over the fire. Remember to dress weather appropriately. Ages 16+. Booking is essential.

Learn how to identify the main invasive non-native species in Lanarkshire – waterproof and sturdy footwear required.

Seek out the aliens in our midst and help stop the spread of invasive species. Please wear appropriate clothing (gloves provided). Children must be accompanied. Booking is essential.

This strenuous graded walk, led by Historic Scotland Rangers Service, will explore the geology, natural history, archaeology and cultural history of Holyrood Park. Find out about the people who lived and worked in the park from 7,000 years ago up until the present day and learn more about the rare wildlife that makes the…

Enjoy the blooming azaleas and unusual blue Himalayan poppies at Dawyck. Booking is essential.

Learn more about the National Amphibian Recording Scheme, then Trevor Rose from the Amphibian & Reptiles Group UK gives a practical demonstration.