Kids and Wildlife

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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

First Sunday Fun
Date	Location
Try a new activity in Dawyck Visitors Centre on the first Sunday of each month, from leaf rubbing and nest making to printing with materials from the garden. View full details and ticket info
3 Jun–4 Nov Sun 1–4pm	Dawyck Botanic Gardens, Peeblesshire

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

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

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

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

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

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

Wild Watch
Date	Location
Stare nature right in the eye and see what looks back at you. The ranger is on hand to answer any questions that may arise. View full details
12 Jul–26 Jul Thu 2–3pm	Inverewe Garden, Poolewe

World Oceans Day
Date	Location
Family fun, games, crafts and activities, all on the theme of the sea and its amazing wildlife. Booking is essential. View full details
4 Jun 10am	County Buildings, Wigtown
8 Jun 10am	Deep Sea World, North Queensferry

Ant Antics
Date	Location
Learn all about wood ants and their nests, in a special event to celebrate National Insect Week. Boots are advised. Booking is essential. View full details
30 Jun 2pm	Mar Lodge Estate, Braemar

Art in the Park
Date	Location
Forage for art and craft material from the area around the park. Ages 5–16. Part of Love Parks Week 2012. View full details
22 Jul 2pm	Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, by Broxburn

Art in the Park
Date	Location
Forage for art and craft material from the area around the park. Booking is essential. View full details
7 Aug 1pm	Muirshiel Visitor Centre, Nr Lochwinnoch

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

Bat and Moth Night
Date	Location
An evening event to learn more about the two nocturnal creatures and hopefully spot a few. Meet at Patterton Train Station car park. View full details
19 Sep 7.30pm	Dams to Darnley Country Park, Glasgow

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

Bat Walk
Date	Location
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. View full details
24 Aug 7.30pm	Beecraigs Country Park, nr Linlithgow

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

Beach Bonanza
Date	Location
Find out what lives on the beach, and see how you can use the things you find there to make art. View full details
28 Jul–29 Jul Sat & Sun 11am–4pm	RSPB Mersehead Nature Reserve, Dumfries

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