Days out, Wildlife, free events

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

Activities for the whole family to enjoy with everything from archaeological digs to bat walks.

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.

The rangers and their friends from Play Services have plenty of games and activities for all the family. Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult.

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…

The local ranger hosts this walk around the park, pointing out the many recent improvements and talking about local wildlife.

Learn about the history and wildlife of this Neolithic site with the Historic Scotland Rangers Service and the RSPB. This walk will promote and interpret the natural, archaeological landscape and wildlife of the area.

Forage for art and craft material from the area around the park. 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 in the park and learn more about the rare wildlife that makes the park so special.

A moderate graded walk, led by Historic Scotland Rangers Service, to explore the geology, natural history, archaeology and cultural history of Holyrood Park. Find out about the rare wildlife that makes the park so special and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

Collect leaves, seeds and berries on this fun short walk. Ages 4–8.

Take a stroll with the ranger along the riverside trails, woodland and grassland of Polkemmet Park.

A ranger-led walk to forage for foods that grow in the city's greenspaces.

The country park needs to gather information on its diverse wildlife as part of a £4.1 million improvement project. Learn how to identify different creatures and help with this ambitious project. Booking is essential.

Stroll through the cemetery and use bat detectors to search for these mysterious creatures of the night.

Join this guided evening walk to learn all about bats and spot some as they fly around at dusk.

Use bat detectors to find bats and other beasties. A geocache is also hiding, waiting to be tagged. Meet at the Barrmill Road Gate.

Join the rangers for this night-time search for bats and other beasties, using special detectors. Meet at the pumping station.

Gloves and litter pickers are provided for this clean-up which is happening all over Scotland's shores.

Brave the winter weather to take a walk through the beautiful woodland at Cathkin Braes and learn more about how nature copes with the frosty season.

Hands-on advice from the experts about using binoculars and telescopes to watch wildlife. Also a chance to buy some (binoculars and/or telescopes, that is, not wildlife). All proceeds go back into the RSPB to continue conservation efforts.

Volunteer once a month to help keep Brodick in top condition. Rangers will instruct you in practical conservation and gardening tasks. Bring waterproofs, warm clothes, a packed lunch and a drink; tea, coffee and biscuits are provided.

Enjoy the views along this two mile walk, featuring Artlink's Pillar Project. Some uphill paths and tracks.

Spend the day building a den and then – if you like – cook dinner on the campfire and spend the night in your construction. Booking is essential.