Days out and Wildlife

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Kilbarchan Argicultural Show
Date	Location
Lots for everyone to see and do at this annual agricultural show. View full details
16 Jun 10am	Monklands Farm, Kilbarchan

Dragonflies from Scratch
Date	Location
Hang out with BBC Springwatch 's dragonfly geek Ruary Mackenzie Dodds and learn all about the beautiful devil's darning needles and their various to-ings and fro-ings. Ages 8+. View full details
30 May–1 Jun Wed–Fri 1–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Hard Rain: Whole Earth?
Date	Location
Inspired by the lyrics of a Bob Dylan song, the exhibition looks at what's being done throughout the world to improve the state of the planet. There's a chance to visit the Tibetan tent and leave your views as well. View full details
15 May–1 Jul Mon–Sun 10am–6pm	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

We are extInked
Date	Location
Three years, a hundred people each volunteered to be tattooed with an image of one of 100 threatened British species, and then act as an ambassador for the species. Learn about this fascinating crossover of environmentalism and body art, envy the ones who got the White-Tailed Eagle and the Killer Whale, and give applause and sympathy to whoever volunteered for the Great Crested Newt. View full details
15 May–29 Jul Mon–Sun 10am–6pm	John Hope Gateway Centre at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Wild in the City
Date	Location
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. View full details
4 Jul 11am	Molendinar Park, Glasgow
11 Jul 11am	The Orchard, Glasgow
25 Jul 11am	Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Glasgow

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

Animal Magic
Date	Location
Join a ranger led walk around the grounds of Culzean Castle, and find out the secrets of the animals that call it home. View full details
4 Jul 2pm	Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole

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

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

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

Den Building
Date	Location
Learn how to build a waterproof outdoor shelter. Ages 5–16. Booking is essential. View full details
2 Jul 10.30am 17 Jul 10.30am 13 Aug 10.30am 28 Aug 10.30am	Glencoe & Dalness, Glencoe
31 Jul 1pm	Muirshiel Visitor Centre, Nr Lochwinnoch
25 Aug 2pm	Polkemmet Park Centre, West Lothian

Dip a Pond for the Jubilee
Date	Location
What better way to celebrate the Queen's 60th year on the throne than by seeking out wee beasties with a net? Join the Rangers for this fun day out; nets supplied. View full details
5 Jun 2pm	Mugdock Country Park, Milngavie

Flower Folklore
Date	Location
Learn all about wildflowers and how to identify them on this guided walk. View full details
3 Jun 1.30pm	Castle Semple Centre, Lochwinnoch

Get Your Hands Dirty – Dig a Pond for the Jubilee
Date	Location
Help the Rangers dig a water haven for the local wildlife. Wear wellies and bring a spade. View full details
4 Jun 10am	Mugdock Country Park, Milngavie

Guided Beaver Walks
Date	Location
A weekly guided walk from the information centre to the Dubh Loch beaver site. There'll be plenty of beaver evidence to observe, although beavers being the elusive little devils that they are, there's no guarantee that you'll see one. Finishing time is approximate. Sensible footwear, waterproofs and midge repellent are required. No dogs allowed. Booking is essential. View full details
28 May–28 Aug Mon–Sun 6pm	Barnluasgan Visitor Centre, Lochgilphead

Half Day Hike
Date	Location
A nice long walk around Culzean Country Park, exploring places that only the Rangers can take you to. Bring a packed lunch. View full details
14 Jul 1.30pm 25 Jul 11.30am	Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole

Kailzie Wildlife Festival
Date	Location
Roy Dennis of Springwatch opens this year's festival, which is a showcase of the area's wildlife and natural environment with family activities, displays and retailers. View full details
9 Jun–10 Jun Sat & Sun 10am–6pm	Kailzie Gardens, Peebles

Minibeast Safari
Date	Location
Join the search for minibeasts around the nature reserve and woodlands. Don't forget your wellies! Under 8s must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential. View full details
11 Jul Noon 25 Jul Noon 8 Aug Noon	Grey Mare's Tail Nature Reserve, Moffat

Minibeast Safari
Date	Location
Learn all you've ever wanted to know about spiders, bees and bugs on a walk with the ranger and the chance to get up close to the insects themselves. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential. View full details
12 Jul 11am	Newhailes, Musselburgh

Photo Stalking
Date	Location
Dust off your deerstalker and prepare your camera to see if you can snap any red deer in their natural habitat. Suitable for experienced adult walkers. Waterproofs, walking boots and lunch are essential. Meet at the Torridon Countryside Centre. Booking is essential. View full details
1 Jul–31 Aug Mon–Sun 10am–5pm	Torridon Estate, Achnasheen

Pond Dipping
Date	Location
Discover the weird and wonderful creatures living in ponds. Nets are provided, wellies are needed. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Lein car park. Booking is essential. View full details
13 Jul 10am	WDCS Scottish Dolphin Centre, Fochabers

Rock Around Joppa!
Date	Location
Explore the rocky shores of Joppa and see what watery wildlife you can learn about. Suitable for under 8s. Dress for the weather and wear wellies. Meeting details available upon booking. View full details
5 Jul To be confirmed	Joppa Rocks, Edinburgh

'Talk' with the Animals
Date	Location
This guided walk around the animal attraction takes in highland cattle and red deer. Meet at the Visitor Centre. Booking is essential. View full details
1 Aug 1.30pm	Beecraigs Country Park, nr Linlithgow

Teddy Bears' Picnic
Date	Location
Enjoy some fun activities while nibbling on a picnic. Don't forget your teddy! Children must be accompanied. View full details
5 Jul–23 Aug Thu 10.30am–12.30pm	Inverewe Garden, Poolewe

Wild Camp at Kailzie
Date	Location
A camping adventure in the grounds of Kailzie Estate with wild activities for all the family, including shelter building, bat detection and a dawn chorus. Bring outdoor clothing, sleeping bag and mat, a torch, a tent (if desired) and special dietary food. Ages 8+. View full details
30 Jun–2 Jul Sat & Sun 2–1pm	Kailzie Gardens, Peebles

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