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Active Aboyne
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A week of events based around the natural and cultural heritage of Deeside. Daytimes are spent in the great outdoors with mushroom walks, horse riding, hill walks, gliding, kayaking and more, while evenings offer indoor inspiration in the form of a series of talks, which this year are themed around the International Year of Sustainability and the 125th anniversary of mountaineering society the Cairngorm Club. Already booked to appear is Stephen Venables, notable as the first Briton to climb…
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15 Sep24 Sep Times vary Various Venues, Aboyne & Deeside
Almondell Past and Present
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Learn about the heritage of the Almondell Estate over this walk and talk. Meet at the Visitor Centre.
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18 Nov 1.30pm Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, by Broxburn
Animal Magic
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Join a ranger led walk around the grounds of Culzean Castle, and find out the secrets of the animals that call it home.
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4 Jul 2pm Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole
Ant Antics
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Learn all about wood ants and their nests, in a special event to celebrate National Insect Week. Boots are advised. Booking is essential.
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30 Jun 2pm Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar
Art in the Park
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Forage for art and craft material from the area around the park. Ages 5–16. Part of Love Parks Week 2012.
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22 Jul 2pm Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, by Broxburn
Art in the Park
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Forage for art and craft material from the area around the park. Booking is essential.
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7 Aug 1pm Muirshiel Visitor Centre, Nr Lochwinnoch
Balmoral Children's Events
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The rangers lead a variety of fun nature games. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential.
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26 Jul16 Aug Thu 2–4pm Spittal of Glen Muick Visitor Centre, Ballater
Bat Walk
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Use a bat detector to seek out these flying mammals. No unaccompanied children. Please wear appropriate footwear and bring a torch.
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25 Aug 8pm Eglinton Country Park & Visitor Centre, Irvine
Bat Walk
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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.
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24 Aug 7.30pm Beecraigs Country Park, nr Linlithgow
Batting Around
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Learn more about our nocturnal friends in this night time walk around the country park. Booking is essential.
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7 Sep To be confirmed Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, by Broxburn
Beach Watch Survey Weekend
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Gloves and litter pickers are provided for this clean-up which is happening all over Scotland's shores.
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15 Sep16 Sep Sat & Sun 1–3pm Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park, Nr Inverkip
Bee Walk and Crafts
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Get busy learning about our pollinating pals in this activity and craft session.
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19 Aug 1.30pm Castle Semple Centre, Lochwinnoch
Bees
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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.
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11 Jul 2.30pm Dean Castle Country Park, Kilmarnock
Begonia
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Explore the remarkable world of the beautiful and versatile begonia. Ages 5+.
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18 Aug19 Aug Sat & Sun 1–4pm John Hope Gateway Centre at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Big Butterfly Count
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Join in the national Big Butterfly Count, searching for beautiful specimens around the park. Meet at the Visitor Centre. Booking is essential.
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5 Aug 2pm Polkemmet Park Centre, West Lothian
Bird Race
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See what you can find in this bird watching activity. Ages 8–12. Adults are welcome to join in.
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26 Jul 2.30pm Dean Castle Country Park, Kilmarnock
Bug Safari
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Get up close and personal with all sorts of bugs and beasties. Not suitable for prams or buggies.
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1 Aug 2pm Eglinton Country Park & Visitor Centre, Irvine
Buggy Brigade
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This 30 minute Ranger walk is perfect for parents wishing to push their buggies. Meet at the Visitor Centre. Booking is essential.
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7 Jul 2pm Polkemmet Park Centre, West Lothian
Bush 'n Bash
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Parents are strictly forbidden on this muddy adventure into the forests to explore, track deer, play games and learn to appreciate nature. Ages 5–9. Wellies highly recommended! Booking is essential.
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15 Oct Mon 10–11.30am & 12.30–2pm
17 Oct 10am
Mugdock Country Park, Milngavie
Butterfly Bonanza
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The air is alive with the flutter of wings, with everything from six-spot burnet to common blue butterflies and darter dragonflies to be spied flitting around the ponds. Join the ranger to learn more about delicate winged creatures.
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14 Jul 1pm Robroyston Park, Glasgow
Butterfly Walk plus Arts and Crafts
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Discover the different species of butterflies on the grounds, and later take part in some winged inspired arts and crafts. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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5 Jul 11am Newhailes, Musselburgh
Calderwood and Oakbank Walk
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This four mile walk takes in the ancient woodland and local shale deposits. Meet at Gassworks Brae. Part of West Lothian Walking Week.
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18 Sep 1.30pm Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, by Broxburn
Children's Week
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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 club.
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16 Jul20 Jul Times vary Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole
Christmas Cracker
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Use natural materials to make your own Christmas crafts.
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16 Dec 1.30pm Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, by Broxburn
Christmas Crafts
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Use the natural materials provided to create your own Christmas stars or table decorations. Meet at the Sutherland Building. Booking is essential.
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15 Dec 1.30pm Beecraigs Country Park, nr Linlithgow

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