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All Day Arthur's Adventures
Date	Location
This is a challenging walk with strenuous inclines and rough terrain, but it's packed full of fascinating facts about the history of Arthur's seat. Wear appropriate clothing and walking boots. Bring a packed lunch and a drink. View full details
16 Jun 10am 29 Jul 10am	Holyrood Park Education Centre, Edinburgh

Almondell Past and Present
Date	Location
Learn about the heritage of the Almondell Estate over this walk and talk. Meet at the Visitor Centre. View full details
18 Nov 1.30pm	Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, by Broxburn

Amphibian and Reptile Ramble
Date	Location
Learn about some of the most secretive of pond-loving animals, and see if you can spot them for yourself, on this informative walk around the park. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Outdoor clothes and shoes are recommended. Part of Glasgow Science Festival. View full details
16 Jun (Over-7s only) 10am No booking required; please do not call the venue.	Palacerigg Country Park, Cumbernauld

Angus Glens Walking Festival
Date	Location
Explore the Angus Glens with a selection of walks led by experienced rangers and mountaineers, with some strenuous numbers for the committed walker and easier jaunts for those just breaking in their boots. Evening events will be laid on for meet-ups after a hard day's hike. New walks for 2012 include Glen Clova and Glen Lethnot to Glen Esk. View full details
31 May–3 Jun Times vary	Angus, Angus

Annick Valley Outdoor Festival
Date	Location
Annual walking festival throughout the beautiful Annick Valley countryside with a mix of guided walks and family events. The event ties in with the region's Doors Open Day, giving visitors and locals alike the opportunity explore Kilmaurs, Stewarton and Dunlop inside and out. View full details
1 Sep–2 Sep Times vary	Various venues

Architectural Secrets Walking Tour
Date	Location
A wander through Aberdeen's old town to learn about its Medieval buildings and the 18th and 19th century artisan houses. Meet at the entrance to King's College. View full details
16 Jun 7.30pm	James McKay Hall, Aberdeen

Arthur's Adventure
Date	Location
This challenging guided walk explores the history of Arthur's Seat. Booking is essential. View full details
6 Jun 1pm 20 Jun 1pm 4 Jul 1pm 18 Jul 1pm	Holyrood Park Education Centre, Edinburgh

Arthur's Amble
Date	Location
Learn all about the folk who lived and worked around Arthur's Seat on this gentle walk around Hunter's Bog and St. Margaret's Loch View full details
4 Jun–30 Jul Mon 1–2.30pm	Holyrood Park Education Centre, Edinburgh

Badgers and a Brew
Date	Location
An evening stroll in the hope of encountering the resident badgers. View full details
2 Aug–30 Aug Thu 7–9pm	RSPB Mersehead Nature Reserve, Dumfries

Ballochmyle Outdoor Festival
Date	Location
Get outdoors and explore the scenery, nature and heritage of East Ayrshire with this series of guided walks and family events. View full details
21 Jul–22 Jul Times vary	Various venues

Balranald Corncrake Walk
Date	Location
An evening walk in search of the elusive corncrake. Stout footwear is recommended, and walks may be cancelled for bad weather. Children must be accompanied by an adult. View full details
14 May–23 Jul Mon 9.30pm	RSPB Balranald

Barnardo's Big Toddle
Date	Location
This half mile sponsored walk for children under five is part of the biggest pre-school charity event in the UK. All the money raised goes to help children aged under five who are less fortunate. Booking is essential. View full details
16 Jun 10.30am	Mugdock Country Park, Milngavie

Bat Walk
Date	Location
Stroll through the cemetery and use bat detectors to search for these mysterious creatures of the night. View full details
25 Aug 8pm	Greenock Cemetery, Greenock
14 Sep 7.15pm	Castle Semple Centre, Lochwinnoch

Bat Walk
Date	Location
Use a bat detector to seek out these flying mammals. No unaccompanied children. Please wear appropriate footwear and bring a torch. View full details
25 Aug 8pm	Eglinton Country Park & Visitor Centre, Irvine

Bats and Moths Walk
Date	Location
In celebration of National Moth Night, learn more about a couple of nocturnal flying creatures, moths and bats, with the rangers. Bring a torch and meet at the walled garden car park; children must be accompanied. Places are limited so booking is only accepted on the day of the event. Booking is essential. View full details
23 Jun 9.30pm	Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole

Batting Around
Date	Location
Learn more about our nocturnal friends in this night time walk around the country park. Booking is essential. View full details
7 Sep To be confirmed	Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, by Broxburn

Beachcomber Walk
Date	Location
Take a guided walk along the beach and discover the world of seaweeds and shells. View full details
18 Jul 11am	New England Bay, nr Ardwell

Bee Walk and Crafts
Date	Location
Get busy learning about our pollinating pals in this activity and craft session. View full details
19 Aug 1.30pm	Castle Semple Centre, Lochwinnoch

Bidean Nam Bian
Date	Location
Climb Glencoe's highest mountain and be rewarded with stunning views of the area and a chance to spot local wildlife. No under 16s. Please come prepared for a day of climbing in the Scottish hills – i.e., bring waterproofs, walking boots, a change of clothes, a packed lunch and a drink. Booking is essential. View full details
23 Jun–18 Aug Sat 9am–6pm	Glencoe & Dalness, Glencoe

Bio-Buzz: Clais Fhearnaig
Date	Location
A moderate walk with great views of the Cairngorm plateau over heather moors then into ancient pine woods. Walking is over rough paths so good walking boots are essential. View full details
20 Jun 10.30am	Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar

Bird Calls for Beginners
Date	Location
Learn to identify which birds are serenading you first thing in the morning at this introduction to bird song on a wander around Cream o' Galloway. View full details
5 Jun 11am	Cream o' Galloway Dairy Co Ltd, Gatehouse-of-Fleet

Blackness House and Grounds
Date	Location
Tour the house and gardens, learning more about local history as you go. Part of Dundee WestFest. View full details
13 Jun 2pm	St Peter's Church, Dundee

Blitz Experience Walking Tour
Date	Location
On Apr 21 1943 Aberdeen suffered the worst bombing the city experienced throughout WWII. This guided walk tours the worst affected sites, hearing excerpts of testimonials by people who lived through it, and looking at how the city was rebuilt afterwards. View full details
14 Jul 2pm	Northern Hotel, Aberdeen

Borders Woodland Experience
Date	Location
Three days spent exploring local green areas, specifically Gordon Community Woodland, where there is a high chance of spotting wild roe deer and ducks checking out the pond. Each night is spent in the village hall. Bring a sleeping bag, overnight gear, walking boots and sensible clothing. Meet outside Jimmy Chungs on Waverley Bridge in Edinburgh. Ages 16+. View full details
20 Jul–22 Jul Times vary	Gordon Community Woodland, Gordon

Braw Bothy and Muckle Cairns
Date	Location
A nine mile walk with the ranger over old rights of way to check out moorland wildlife and enjoy stunning views over the Pentland Hills. Ages 8+; under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the notice board on the green in West Linton. View full details
18 Jul 10am	West Linton, West Linton

Brilliant Bats
Date	Location
Meet at Woodland Trails car park for an evening walk in search of bats, and learn all about these nocturnal flying mammals. Bring a bat box if you have one. Booking is essential. View full details
30 Aug 8pm	RSPB Wood of Cree Nature Reserve, Newton Stewart

Buachaille Etive Beag
Date	Location
Take in two Munros on this high level walk along the Buachaille Etive Beag ridge. Please wear waterproofs and sturdy boots and bring a spare set of clothes, a packed lunch and a drink. A good level of fitness is essential. Booking is essential. View full details
19 May–13 Oct Sat 9am–5pm	Glencoe & Dalness, Glencoe

Buggy Brigade
Date	Location
This 30 minute Ranger walk is perfect for parents wishing to push their buggies. Meet at the Visitor Centre. Booking is essential. View full details
7 Jul 2pm	Polkemmet Park Centre, West Lothian

Bugs and Beasties
Date	Location
Discover the richness of Culzean's creepy crawly population on this ranger-led walk. View full details
1 Jul 2pm	Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole

Bumblebees for Beginners
Date	Location
There are over 250 species of these little pollinators, so you'd be forgiven for not being able to tell them apart. On this walk with the ranger, get to know the humble bumblebee a little better in their natural habitat among wild flowers. Ages 14+. Booking is essential. View full details
23 Jun 2.30pm	Mugdock Country Park, Milngavie

Burrell Walking Tours
Date	Location
Get fit and get learning at this themed walk. Ages 5+; children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential. View full details
24 Jun 2pm	Burrell Collection, Glasgow

Calderwood and Oakbank Walk
Date	Location
This four mile walk takes in the ancient woodland and local shale deposits. Meet at Gassworks Brae. Part of West Lothian Walking Week. View full details
18 Sep 1.30pm	Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, by Broxburn

The Canal and Kelvin Walk
Date	Location
If you keep an eye out you may well see a kingfisher or two on this ranger-guided walk which explores the Forth and Clyde canal and the River Kelvin. Phone for details on where to meet. Booking is essential. View full details
10 Jul 6pm	Mugdock Country Park, Milngavie

Carn na Criche and Carn na Drochaide
Date	Location
A high-level walk on the estate. A reasonable level of fitness is required, and good walking boots are essential. Booking is essential. View full details
6 Jun 10.30am	Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar

Castlegate Circular Walking Tour
Date	Location
A walking tour to learn more about Castlegate's familiar places, from the Gibbet Stane public execution site to the historical town houses. Meet at Mercat Cross. View full details
30 Jul 7.30pm	Mercat Cross, Aberdeen

Charity Football Matches & Sponsored Walk
Date	Location
Ex-Hibs players take on Leith Athletic, and two teams of Leith Athletic veterans also play a friendly, plus there's a sponsored walk for local children and their families, and fundraising events in the evening. Money raised goes to local Primary Schools, Leith Festival itself, a charity of Paul Kane’s choosing and the Leith Athletic FC Soccer School. Part of Leith Festival. View full details
16 Jun Noon	Leith Athletic Football Pitch, Edinburgh

Cioche na Oighe and Goatfell
Date	Location
Strenuous walk from Glen Sannox, up the steep slopes of Cioche na Oighe to the summit high above the Devil's Punchbowl. Then an exhilirating ridge walk to Goatfell before descending down to Brodick Country Park. Waterproofs, walking boots and a packed lunch are essential. Booking is essential. View full details
11 Jul 9.30am	Brodick Castle & Country Park, Isle Of Arran

City of the Dead Haunted Graveyard Tour
Date	Location
Black Hart Entertainment. History, horror and a terrifying journey into the locked lair of the world-famous Mackenzie Poltergeist, the best documented supernatural case in history. City of the Dead also run tours into a section of Edinburgh's legendary Underground City and double walks that go to both these haunted destinations! 'The Best of Edinburgh's Ghost Tours' (Lonely Planet). 'Terrifying' (Most Haunted). 'A Fringe institution (ThreeWeeks). Ages 12+. View full details and ticket info (Edinburgh Festival Guide)
30 Jul–2 Sep Mon–Sun 9–10.45pm	Outside St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh

Close Encounters
Date	Location
A kids' walk on low slopes of Ben Lawers, with the chance to spy some of the lesser-seen animals, plants and wildlife on offer. Wellies and waterproofs advised. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the car park. View full details
10 Jul 10.30am 24 Jul 10.30am 7 Aug 10.30am 21 Aug 10.30am	Ben Lawers National Nature Reserve, Killin

The Clue's in the Shoe
Date	Location
Track animals and figure out their identity using nothing but the distinctive trails each one leaves behind. Meet the ranger at the car park on Station Road, Lennoxtown. Children must be accompanied by an adult. View full details
3 Jul 2pm	Mugdock Country Park, Milngavie

Conference of the Faeries
Date	Location
Walking Theatre's adaptation of A Midsummer Night's Dream makes use of the atmospheric surroundings of Mount Stuart. View full details
20 Jul 6pm	Mount Stuart House and Gardens, Isle Of Bute

Cowalfest
Date	Location
Walking festival that takes place amid the natural splendour of the Cowal peninsula. As well as an extensive range of guided walks for all ages and abilities, there are also live music performances, bike and horse rides and art exhibitions and workshops. View full details
5 Oct–14 Oct Times vary	Cowal, Cowal Peninsula

Coyles of Muick Walk
Date	Location
From Loch Ullachie to the Coyles of Muick, enjoy spectacular views over Deeside, Glen Muick and Lochnagar. Bring lunch and meet in the car park. Booking is essential. View full details
23 Sep 10am	Various Venues, Ballater

Cramond Island: History and Wildlife
Date	Location
A moderately graded walk to Cramond Island, learning about the area's heritage and wildlife as you go. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars if you have them. Phone or email for meeting details. Ages 16+. View full details
22 Jun To be confirmed	Cramond Island, Edinburgh

Crathes 60th Anniversary
Date	Location
Crathes Garden and Estate celebrates 60 years of being a National Trust property with a 50s-themed morning of events, including a nasturtium competition, forestry displays, croquet on the lawn and much else. Booking is essential. View full details
16 Jun 10.30am	Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate, Banchory

Crieff & Strathearn Drovers' Tryst
Date	Location
Held annually during Michaelmas week, the Tryst is celebrated in memory of the labourers and farm-hands who made Crieff their cattle-driving crossroads in the 1700s. While much of the festival consist of walks in the Strathearn countryside surrounding the town, there are also pipe band displays, a country market, mountain bike races and a variety of music, drama, film and dancing events. View full details
6 Oct–13 Oct Times vary	Strathearn, Strathearn

Crofting Meadows
Date	Location
A summer wander through the meadows, learning about the birds, bees, butterflies and other wildlife that live there, as well as enjoying traditional stories about the estate's plants. Meet at Duirinish Station. View full details
23 Jun 2pm	Balmacara Estate, Kyle

Crook of Baldoon Mud Walk
Date	Location
Get down and dirty with the mud, plants and wildlife of Crook of Baldoon estuary. Wellies are essential. View full details
28 Aug 2pm	RSPB Crook of Baldoon Nature Reserve, Wigtown

Culzean's Mammals
Date	Location
The rangers introduce you to the animals of Culzean. Meet at Camellia House. View full details
24 Jun 2pm	Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole

Dallyfour Circuit
Date	Location
Enjoy the Knocks Castle, the banks of the River Dee and the tranquil shores of Loch Ullachie on this 10.5km walk. Booking is essential. View full details
27 Oct 10.30am	Venue TBC

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