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Aberdeenshire Farming Museum, Aden Country Park Mintlaw, Peterhead
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25 Jul–26 Jul Wed & Thu 10am–3.30pm Wild About Aden Lots of activities for the whole family, including outdoor nature sessions, animal handling, bushcraft activities and treasure hunt.
Aden Country Park, Station Road, Mintlaw
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17 Jul 10.30am
31 Jul 10.30am 		Summer Holiday Children's Bushcraft Learn how to whittle, make fire and put up a shelter. Old clothes, stout footwear, coat, lunch and a mug are all essential. Ages 8–14. Booking is…
Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, Visitor Centre, by Broxburn
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18 Nov 1.30pm Almondell Past and Present Learn about the heritage of the Almondell Estate over this walk and talk. Meet at the Visitor Centre.
22 Jul 2pm Art in the Park Forage for art and craft material from the area around the park. Ages 5–16. Part of Love Parks Week 2012.
7 Sep To be confirmed Batting Around Learn more about our nocturnal friends in this night time walk around the country park. Booking is essential.
18 Sep 1.30pm Calderwood and Oakbank Walk This four mile walk takes in the ancient woodland and local shale deposits. Meet at Gassworks Brae. Part of West Lothian Walking Week.
16 Dec 1.30pm Christmas Cracker Use natural materials to make your own Christmas crafts.
22 Sep 1.30pm Linhouse Nature Walk Explore the Linhouse wildlife, birds and butterflies over this 3.75 mile walk. Meet opposite Lizzie Brice garage. Part of West Lothian Walking Week.
18 Oct–19 Oct Thu & Fri 9am–4.30pm Ranger Environmental Activity Days Two days packed with environmentally friendly outdoor activities. Ages 5–11.
6 Aug–10 Aug Mon–Fri 9am–4.30pm Ranger Environmental Activity Week Packed five days of environmentally friendly outdoor activities. Ages 5–11. Booking is essential.
12 Jul–13 Jul To be confirmed Ranger Outdoor Activity Session This half-day session features fun activities including archery, orienteering and pioneering.
7 Oct 1.30pm Toadstool Tour Mary Konik hosts this hunt for fungi along some rough, uphill tracks. Meet at Gasworks Brae, Bank Street, Mid Calder.
11 Jul 2pm Wildlife Safari Games and activities all based around the woodland's bugs and beasties. Ages 5–11. Meet at Kirknewton Play Park.
Beecraigs Country Park, nr Linlithgow
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24 Aug 7.30pm Bat Walk Creep around the Country Park at night and see if you can spot a bat or two. Bring a torch and dress for the weather. Part of European Bat Weekend.
15 Dec 1.30pm Christmas Crafts Use the natural materials provided to create your own Christmas stars or table decorations. Meet at the Sutherland Building. Booking is essential.
1 Jun To be confirmed
3 Aug To be confirmed 		Family Friendly Badger Watch After a short Ranger presentation, spend an evening in the badger hide. Sturdy footwear, binoculars and a torch are essential. Meet at the…
28 Jul 1.30pm Guided Walk Follow the Rangers on this 2.75 mile (1–1.5 hours) walk along the muddy paths of Beecraigs. Part of Love Parks Week 2012.
9 Jul–13 Jul Mon–Fri 9am–4.30pm Ranger Environmental Activity Week Packed five days of environmentally friendly outdoor activities. Ages 5–11. Booking is essential.
19 Jul–20 Jul To be confirmed Ranger Outdoor Activity Session This half-day session features fun activities including archery, orienteering and pioneering.
13 Aug–17 Aug Mon–Fri 9am–4.30pm Ranger Outdoor Activity Week Outdoor fun with the Beecraigs Rangers and the Low Port Outdoor Eduction team. Ages 8–11 and 12–16. Booking is essential.
1 Aug 1.30pm 'Talk' with the Animals This guided walk around the animal attraction takes in highland cattle and red deer. Meet at the Visitor Centre. Booking is essential.
25 Jul 1.30pm 'Talk' with the Animals This guided walk around the animal attraction takes in highland cattle and red deer. Meet at the Visitor Centre. Part of Love Parks Week 2012.
16 Oct 11am Woodland Art Anyone can join in this arty activity, inspired by the surroundings of Beecraigs. Meet at Balvormie Car Park. Booking is essential.
Bowhill House & Country Park, Bowhill, Selkirk
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18 Jul 2pm
12 Aug 2pm 		Wild in the Woods Build a den in Bowhill woodlands using only what your surroundings can offer. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential.
Bowhill Visitor Centre, Bowhill House & Country Park, Selkirk
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14 Jul 2pm
18 Aug 2pm 		Minibeast Magic Get down to minibeast level and explore a whole other world of beasties beneath the ground. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is…
Caird Hall, City Square, Dundee
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2 Jul Mon 2.30pm & 7.30pm A Wild Life: An Audience with Steve Backshall The popular television adventurer talks about his wild encounters with the natural world, featuring film clips and a Q&A. Suitable for children…
Castle Semple Centre, Lochlip Road, Lochwinnoch
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19 Aug 1.30pm Bee Walk and Crafts Get busy learning about our pollinating pals in this activity and craft session.
24 Jul 2pm Environmental Games Fun and games with the Rangers in North Ayrshire. Part of Love Parks Week 2012.
Cathkin Braes Country Park, Cathkin Road, Glasgow
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15 Jul 1pm Marsh to Marsh This almost-level 3.5 mile ranger-led walk ventures from Cathkin Marsh, through the National Trust fields of Kittochside Farm. Booking is essential.
16 Jun 11am Tiny Trekkers An intro to hiking for pre-schoolers (as long as they are walking ably and full of beans), with a few slopes and views to give a sense of…
Chatelherault Country Park, Carlisle Road, Hamilton
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6 Jul–10 Aug Fri 9am–4pm Wild Adventure Club This broad range of workshops features archery, craft, orienteering and more. Please bring a change of clothing and footwear and a packed lunch.
Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park, Lunderston Bay, Nr Inverkip
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15 Sep–16 Sep Sat & Sun 1–3pm Beach Watch Survey Weekend Gloves and litter pickers are provided for this clean-up which is happening all over Scotland's shores.
Coldingham Bay, Eyemouth
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3 Jul–7 Aug Tue 2–4pm Coldingham Bay Summer Explorers Meet with the ranger and explore the beach's wildlife. Meet at the Lifeguard hut on Coldingham Bay.
Crathes Castle, Garden & Estate, Banchory
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3 Jul 10.30am Ranger Guided Children's Walk: Brilliant Beetles Delve into the fascinating world of beetles of all kinds on this Ranger-led adventure. Suitable for children aged 5-12 and their families. Some…
17 Jul 10.30am Ranger Guided Children's Walk: Fabulous Flowers and Busy Bees Discover Culzean's flowers and their busy, buzzing pals. Meet at the car park. Ages 5–12.
Crombie Country Park, Monikie
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9 Jun 10.30am Young Naturalists Club: Land Art Get together and be inspired by the natural world to create a sculpture made from whatever Mother Nature provides. Meet at the car park cabin.
Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole
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4 Jul 2pm Animal Magic Join a ranger led walk around the grounds of Culzean Castle, and find out the secrets of the animals that call it home.
16 Jul–20 Jul Times vary Children's Week A week of various events from studies of insects and bats to birds and underwater beasts, brought to you by the Young Naturalists' Club and the ECOC…
15 Jul 2pm Explore the Shore Explore the coastline on this informative walk and learn about the plants and animals that live there. Don't forget your wellies! Meet at the…
27 Jul 11.30pm
3 Jun 10.30pm 		Night Hunters A nocturnal wander in the grounds, getting to grips with the creatures that go bump in the night. Booking is essential.
3 Jun 2pm Pebbles on the Beach Get a bit more from your seaside walk by stepping out with a ranger, who can provide expert knowledge on plants, wildlife and history of the beach.
10 Jul 2pm Pond Dipping Pop on your wellies and prepare to get hands on with the bugs and beasties living beneath the water.
David Livingstone Centre, 165 Station Road, Blantyre
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13 May–13 Oct Sun, Tue & Sat 10.30am–12.30pm David Livingstone Nature Explorers Club A nature club for 6-12 year olds where they can learn about the wonders of the outdoor world with a different theme each session. Warm clothes and…
Dawyck Botanic Gardens, Stobo, Peeblesshire
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30 Sep 2pm Mushrooms for Minors A guided walk for children with loads of fascinating fungi facts. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential. Ticket price…
Dean Castle Country Park, Dean Road, Kilmarnock
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11 Jul 2.30pm Bees Bees are very much our friends. Learn exactly what it is they do for us at this ranger event. Ages 5–8 or thereabouts. Adults not needed but welcome.
26 Jul 2.30pm Bird Race See what you can find in this bird watching activity. Ages 8–12. Adults are welcome to join in.
4 Jul 2.30pm Den Building Kids can learn how to survive a night in the great outdoors at this den building workshop. Adults are not necessary but are welcome. Ages 5–8 or…
17 Jul 2.30pm Food Chain Detective Games Solve the clues and learn all about the order of things on the food chain. Ages 5–8 or thereabouts. Adults not needed but welcome.
31 Jul 2.30pm Minibeast Hunt Join in the hunt for wee beasties. Ages 5–8. Adults are welcome to join in.
5 Jul 2.30pm Orienteering Learn orienteering in this fun day out. Ages 8–12 or thereabouts. Adults not necessary but welcome.
24 Jul 2.30pm Splash Dip into watery worlds in a hunt for mysterious creatures. Ages 5–8. Adults are welcome to join in. Booking is essential.
19 Jul 2.30pm Tracks and Trails Uncover what nature left behind. Ages 8–12 or thereabouts. Adults not needed but welcome.
3 Jul 2.30pm Tuesday Takeaways: Butterfly Buffet Butterflies like buffets too, nectar ones to be precise - who knew? And you can make one for your garden so that the fluttery beauties will…
18 Jul 2.30pm Watery World Bring a basin and fill it with weird creatures and beasties. Ages 5–8 or thereabouts. Adults not needed but welcome. Booking is essential.
25 Jul 2.30pm Wiggly Worms Turn a 2L plastic bottle into a personal wormery. Ages 5–8. Adults welcome to join in.
Deep Sea World, North Queensferry
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17 Jun 10am Fathers Day Deep Sea World pays tribute to the sea-faring fathers of nature and history including a chance to meet some Dads of the ocean including seahorses…
Drumlanrig Castle and Country Estate, Thornhill, Dumfries
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17 Jun 11am Father's Day at Drumlanrig Learn how different species' Dads look after their young.
25 Aug 9pm Let's Go Batty Learn all about bats during this nocturnal wander around the estate.
10 Jun 1pm Pond Dipping at Drumlanrig Explore the murky depths of Beech Loch and see what bugs and beasties you can find. Wear wellies and leave canine friends at home.
Dryburgh Abbey, St Boswells, Melrose
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1 Jul–29 Jul Sun 2–3pm In the Trees at Dryburgh A guided walk through the ruins of Dryburgh Abbey with the chance to discover more about the beautiful trees. Under 8s must be accompanied by an…
Eastwood Park Theatre, Eastwood Park, Rouken Glen Road, Giffnock, Glasgow
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6 Jul Fri 10am & 1pm Starcatchers Interactive creative play session looking at nature, wildlife and the outdoors. Ages 2–4 and parents/carers. Part of Early Years Festival.
Eden Court Theatre, Bishop's Road, Inverness
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30 Jun Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm A Wild Life: An Audience with Steve Backshall The popular television adventurer talks about his wild encounters with the natural world, featuring film clips and a Q&A. Suitable for children…
Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh
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25 Jun–1 Jul Mon–Sun 9am–6pm National Insect Week Interesting insects and beastly bugs aplenty at the zoo for National Insect Week. Have fun with creepy crawly crafts, check out the Honeybee…
Eglinton Country Park & Visitor Centre, Racquet Hall Kilwinning, Irvine
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25 Aug 8pm Bat Walk Use a bat detector to seek out these flying mammals. No unaccompanied children. Please wear appropriate footwear and bring a torch.
1 Aug 2pm Bug Safari Get up close and personal with all sorts of bugs and beasties. Not suitable for prams or buggies.
22 Jul 2pm Courtyard Encounter – Wildlife Workshop Join the Rangers for this wildlife workshop.

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