This weekend, Kids, Wildlife

A chance to view giant creepy-crawlies from Butterfly and Insect World. This will be followed by a minibeast hunt in the areas around the Education Centre at Holyrood Park after which insect hotels will be made.

Open day for the new boardwalk at Edinburgh's only raised bog habitat with kids activities and pond dipping.

Six weeks of nature and wildlife-related activities, events and workshops celebrating the natural heritage of the Falkirk area.

Learn more about pond life at this family event.

Fun for all the family discovering the beasties of the bog.

Boggy beastie activities with pond dipping and seed sowing thrown in.

This tiny island comes alive with a series of events that showcase its natural beauty: workshops and tours, whisky tasting and cake baking, music, exhibitions and film screenings.

Inspired by the lyrics of a Bob Dylan song, the newly expanded exhibition looks at what's being done throughout the world to improve the state of the planet.

Walks, talks and activities for all the family exploring the wonderful wildlife of Lanarkshire to celebrate the Year of Natural Scotland.

Discover giant insects and spiders from around the world; you may even get to handle them (a little). Followed by a tour of Holyrood Park in search of local creepy-crawlies. Warm waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear are recommended, and you're advised to pack a snack and a drink. Places are limited. Booking is essential.

Enter the wonderful world of minibeasts.

Learn how to be a lapwing – please don't try this at home.

Spring-based activities for all the family, including following the fortunes of the family of sparrowhawks. Organised with RSPB Scotland.

Help give Tollcross glen a bit of a makeover.