Events
| Event Date | Event Title and description |
|---|---|
| 26th May 2013 | Peregrine breakfast
Falls of Clyde Visitor Centre, ML11 9DB Dawn chorus walk with a local expert ending with a cooked breakfast at the peregrine watch site. Part of Lanarkshire Wild Fest. National Nature Reserve event - Clyde Valley Woodlands NNR |
| 26th May 2013 | Bug hunt at Forvie
Forvie NNR - visitor centre, AB41 8RU This is a fun, family activity to bring out the explorer in you! Search for colourful bugs and beasties and you can make a butterfly to take home. ... National Nature Reserve event - Forvie NNR |
| 26th May 2013 | Pond Dipping at Forvie
Forvie NNR - visitor centre, AB41 8RU This is a fun, family activity to bring out the explorer in you! Take a dip in the Forvie pond with a net to look for skaters, boatmen, beetles and e... National Nature Reserve event - Forvie NNR |
| 28th May 2013 | Our Ancestors - Guided Walk
Isle of Rum - Community Hall, PH43 4RR Even though the mountains and glens are now empty of people, their past still resonates within us wherever we are on the island. This is particularly ... National Nature Reserve event - Rum NNR |
| 1st Jun 2013 | Wildlife Photography Workshop
Isle of Rum - Community Hall, PH43 4RR Photographing nature can be rewarding but difficult. If you're one of those people that often ends up capturing the furry or feathered behind of somet... National Nature Reserve event - Rum NNR |
| 2nd Jun 2013 | Wild Creag Meagaidh
Creag Meagaidh NNR - reserve car park, PH20 1BX "Wild Creag Meagaidh" is a fun day out for all ages. Come along to the Reserve and find out more about Scotland's wildlife. Events include art works... National Nature Reserve event - Creag Meagaidh NNR |
| 4th Jun 2013 | Staffa Stuff! Puffins
Staffa, PA73 6NA Make your own way to Staffa with one of the local boat operators and meet the ranger who will be on hand to answer your questions and guide you to the... National Nature Reserve event - Staffa NNR |
| 4th Jun 2013 | Findatie Botany
Loch Leven NNR - Findatie Car park, KY13 9JL Botanists and enthusiasts will once again have the opportunity to enjoy a guided walk around Loch Leven NNR, in search of plants of interest as they a... National Nature Reserve event - Loch Leven NNR |
| 8th Jun 2013 | Photographing Wild Flowers (2 day event)
Ben Lawers NNR Office - Killin, FK21 8UW A weekend learning to take stunning photographs of plants in their natural habitats on this floristically rich nature reserve. The emphasis will be on... National Nature Reserve event - Ben Lawers NNR |
| 9th Jun 2013 | Build a bird sculpture workshop
Falls of Clyde Visitor Centre, ML11 9DB Artist Robin Fox leads a master class in sculpting birds. Call to book your place. National Nature Reserve event - Clyde Valley Woodlands NNR |
| 10th Jun 2013 | The Moths and butterflies of Rum
Isle of Rum - Community Hall, PH43 4RR June is a fantastic time of year to see many of the butterfly and moth species found on Rum. In the morning, join the Ranger from 8:00 in the Communit... National Nature Reserve event - Rum NNR |
| 11th Jun 2013 | Tree Identification workshop
Isle of Rum - Community Hall, PH43 4RR Unless you live on Orkney or the Antarctic, trees are ever-present. Indeed many of us will stop to take time to appreciate their diversity, beautiful ... National Nature Reserve event - Rum NNR |
| 15th Jun 2013 | The Burn of Sound - 10.30 Workshop
Muir of Dinnet NNR - visitor centre, AB34 5NB Enjoy singing rounds inspired by Burn o'Vat and The Vat with the whole family. If the weather is good we'll sing outdoors. Singing experience or a goo... National Nature Reserve event - Muir of Dinnet NNR |
| 15th Jun 2013 | The Burn of Sound - 2.30pm Workshop
Muir of Dinnet NNR - visitor centre, AB34 5NB Enjoy singing rounds inspired by Burn o'Vat and The Vat with other artists, writers and musicians, and reflect on how music-making shapes your nature ... National Nature Reserve event - Muir of Dinnet NNR |
| 16th Jun 2013 | Isle of May Seabird Open Day
Isle of May NNR - Anstruther meeting point, KY10 3AB At a time of peak activity in the isle of May seabird city this is a chance to speak to the seabird experts and find out more about this special birds... National Nature Reserve event - Isle of May NNR |
| 16th Jun 2013 | Discovery Day at Loch Leven NNR
Kirkgate Park, KY13 8ET In celebration of the Year of Natural Scotland, our annual open day offers you the chance to discover what makes Loch Leven tick, with stalls, activit... National Nature Reserve event - Loch Leven NNR |
| 18th Jun 2013 | Burleigh Botany
Loch Leven NNR - Burleigh Sands Car park, KY13 9HA Botanists and enthusiasts will once again have the opportunity to enjoy a guided walk around Loch Leven NNR, in search of plants of interest as they a... National Nature Reserve event - Loch Leven NNR |
| 21st Jun 2013 | Meet the locals: Rum's Red Deer (midsummer camping trip)
Isle of Rum - Community Hall, PH43 4RR Take this great midsummer opportunity to join staff from the Kilmory Deer Project who will be closely monitoring pregnant female red deer at this time... National Nature Reserve event - Rum NNR |
| 28th Jun 2013 | An introduction to mountain plant identification (2 day event)
Ben Lawers NNR Office - Killin, FK21 8UW A weekend learning the basics of how to use keys to identify mountain plants on this botanically rich nature reserve. Requires a reasonable level ... National Nature Reserve event - Ben Lawers NNR |
| 29th Jun 2013 | Live'n'DADly
Falls of Clyde Visitor Centre, ML11 9DB Calling all dads and kids! Your change to bond over bush craft learning the basics of survival-how to cook your dinner, build a shelter and keep cosy ... National Nature Reserve event - Clyde Valley Woodlands NNR |
| 2nd Jul 2013 | Damsels and Dragons - Guided walk
Isle of Rum - Community Hall, PH43 4RR Dragonflies and damselflies are really the essence of summer and there can be few more enjoyable ways of spending a morning than strolling along one o... National Nature Reserve event - Rum NNR |
| 3rd Jul 2013 | Hillside safari
Ben Lawers NNR - car park, FK21 8TY Experience the rich flora of the lower slopes on this famous botanical nature reserve and the varied wildlife flourishing in restored native plant com... National Nature Reserve event - Ben Lawers NNR |
| 6th Jul 2013 | Noss NNR Open Day
Noss NNR, ZE2 9ES Free ferry across Noss Sound and free bus (11:30 - 17:00) across Bressay from Maryfield Ferry Terminal. Activities run from 12:00 to 16:00. These in... National Nature Reserve event - Noss NNR |
| 7th Jul 2013 | Fun day
Muir of Dinnet NNR - visitor centre, AB34 5NB Come and join the fun at Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve. Lots of games, crafts and activities for all the family based at the Burn o'Vat visit... National Nature Reserve event - Muir of Dinnet NNR |
| 9th Jul 2013 | Staffa Stuff! Puffins
Staffa, PA73 6NA Make your own way to Staffa with one of the local boat operators and meet the ranger who will be on hand to answer your questions and guide you to the... National Nature Reserve event - Staffa NNR |
| 9th Jul 2013 | Close Encounters - a children's walk
Ben Lawers NNR - car park, FK21 8TY An exploration of the habitats on the lower slopes of Ben Lawers; we hope to bring you close to some of the less obvious animals and plants that live ... National Nature Reserve event - Ben Lawers NNR |
| 10th Jul 2013 | An introduction to navigation
Ben Lawers NNR - car park, FK21 8TY Get to grips with the basics of how to use a map and compass in the hills. Requires a reasonable level of fitness. Booking essential, please t... National Nature Reserve event - Ben Lawers NNR |
| 12th Jul 2013 | Kids Biodiversity Afternoon
Isle of Rum - Community Hall, PH43 4RR Through hands-on games and exploration, take up Ranger Mike's challenge to spot as many different animals and plants in one afternoon as possible or t... National Nature Reserve event - Rum NNR |
| 15th Jul 2013 | Storm Petrels - Guided Walk
Isle of Rum - Community Hall, PH43 4RR Storm petrels are tiny seabirds that breed on remote Scottish islands and headlands in the summer months, and like their larger cousins the manx shear... National Nature Reserve event - Rum NNR |
| 17th Jul 2013 | Mountain Flowers
Ben Lawers NNR - car park, FK21 8TY A high-level guided walk to see some of the arctic-alpine plants for which these hills are famous. Requires a reasonable level of fitness. Boo... National Nature Reserve event - Ben Lawers NNR |
| 18th Jul 2013 | Moth Morning
Muir of Dinnet NNR - visitor centre, AB34 5NB Discover the marvellous moths caught in the live traps set up overnight on the Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve, followed by a search for day-fl... National Nature Reserve event - Muir of Dinnet NNR |
| 18th Jul 2013 | Nature Detectives
Caerlaverock NNR - Hollands Farm car park, DG1 4RS A nature detective's nature trail around Caerlaverock NNR. A trail for children of all ages to discover the tracks trails and signs of the wildlif... National Nature Reserve event - Caerlaverock NNR |
| 22nd Jul 2013 | Cairngorms Cèilidh Trail
Muir of Dinnet NNR - visitor centre, AB34 5NB The Cairngorms Cèilidh Trail hits the Burn o'Vat on Monday 22nd July. Come along and enjoy free Scottish music sessions at the Burn o'Vat visitor Cent... National Nature Reserve event - Muir of Dinnet NNR |
| 23rd Jul 2013 | Close Encounters - a children's walk
Ben Lawers NNR - car park, FK21 8TY An exploration of the habitats on the lower slopes of Ben Lawers; we hope to bring you close to some of the less obvious animals and plants that live ... National Nature Reserve event - Ben Lawers NNR |
| 24th Jul 2013 | Basic Bushcraft
Muir of Dinnet NNR - visitor centre, AB34 5NB Join us for a day's basic bushcraft! Learn the art of lighting a fire, camping without trace, using knives safely and making tent pegs. Sorry, no u... National Nature Reserve event - Muir of Dinnet NNR |
| 31st Jul 2013 | Hillside safari
Ben Lawers NNR - car park, FK21 8TY Experience the rich flora of the lower slopes of this famous botanical nature reserve and the varied wildlife flourishing in restored native plant com... National Nature Reserve event - Ben Lawers NNR |
| 1st Aug 2013 | Basic Bushcraft
Muir of Dinnet NNR - visitor centre, AB34 5NB Join us for a day's basic bushcraft! Learn the art of lighting a fire, camping without trace, using knives safely and making tent pegs. Sorry, no u... National Nature Reserve event - Muir of Dinnet NNR |
| 6th Aug 2013 | Close Encounters - a children's walk
Ben Lawers NNR - car park, FK21 8TY An exploration of the habitats on the lower slopes of Ben Lawers; we hope to bring you close to some of the less obvious animals and plants that live ... National Nature Reserve event - Ben Lawers NNR |
| 6th Aug 2013 | Wild Food Walk
Muir of Dinnet NNR - visitor centre, AB34 5NB Long before supermarkets and pharmacies, people had to feed and doctor themselves with the plants around them. Join us to find out which plants they u... National Nature Reserve event - Muir of Dinnet NNR |
| 7th Aug 2013 | Row, Row Row Your Boats
Muir of Dinnet NNR - visitor centre, AB34 5NB Join Mandy Tulloch of Mudpies for a day's fun and natural crafts at Muir of Dinnet NNR. Collect sticks and build your own raft to sail down the burn! ... National Nature Reserve event - Muir of Dinnet NNR |
| 7th Aug 2013 | Row, Row Row Your Boats
Muir of Dinnet NNR - visitor centre, AB34 5NB Join Mandy Tulloch of Mudpies for a day's fun and natural crafts at Muir of Dinnet NNR. Collect sticks and build your own raft to sail down the burn! ... National Nature Reserve event - Muir of Dinnet NNR |
| 9th Aug 2013 | Moth Night
Ben Lawers NNR - car park, FK21 8TY A chance to see some of the moths of the mountains as they are attracted to our harmless light traps. Duration: As long as you like. The ranger... National Nature Reserve event - Ben Lawers NNR |
| 10th Aug 2013 | Learning Lepidoptera - A Beginner's Guide to Butterflies and Moths
Beinn Eighe NNR - visitor centre, IV22 2PD Learn how to identify common butterflies and moths and how you can get involved in recording. Find out how to set a moth trap and take part in the Bi... National Nature Reserve event - Beinn Eighe NNR |
| 14th Aug 2013 | An introduction to navigation
Ben Lawers NNR - car park, FK21 8TY Get to grips with the basics of how to use a map and compass in the hills. Requires a reasonable level of fitness. Booking essential, please t... National Nature Reserve event - Ben Lawers NNR |
| 14th Aug 2013 | The Clints of Dromore
Cairnsmore of Fleet Visitor Centre , DG7 2BP A walk around the in-bye ground of Dromore, the big water of Fleet viaduct, the railway line and the Clints of Dromore looking at how forces of nature... National Nature Reserve event - Cairnsmore of Fleet NNR |
| 15th Aug 2013 | Osprey Walk
Loch Leven NNR - Burleigh Sands Car park, KY13 9HA Come and seek out Ospreys fishing the rich waters of Loch Leven, and explore the diversity of bird life here as many species prepare for their long mi... National Nature Reserve event - Loch Leven NNR |
| 18th Aug 2013 | Art on the May Open Day
Isle of May NNR - Anstruther meeting point, KY10 3AB The island has inspired many artists over the years, this day is a chance to see and hear some of these and maybe see the island with different eyes. ... National Nature Reserve event - Isle of May NNR |
| 20th Aug 2013 | Close Encounters - a children's walk
Ben Lawers NNR - car park, FK21 8TY An exploration of the habitats on the lower slopes of Ben Lawers; we hope to bring you close to some of the less obvious animals and plants that live ... National Nature Reserve event - Ben Lawers NNR |
| 26th Aug 2013 | Kids Biodiversity Afternoon
Isle of Rum - Community Hall, PH43 4RR Through hands-on games and exploration, take up Ranger Mike's challenge to spot as many different animals and plants in one afternoon as possible. Tak... National Nature Reserve event - Rum NNR |
| 28th Aug 2013 | Hillside safari
Ben Lawers NNR - car park, FK21 8TY Experience the rich flora of the lower slopes of this famous botanical nature reserve and the varied wildlife flourishing in restored native plant com... National Nature Reserve event - Ben Lawers NNR |
| 1st Sep 2013 | Fungi Foray
Muir of Dinnet NNR - visitor centre, AB34 5NB Join expert mycologist Liz Holden for a guided walk to explore the fascinating fungi found at Muir of Dinnet National Nature Reserve. Discover some w... National Nature Reserve event - Muir of Dinnet NNR |
| 7th Sep 2013 | Isle of May Lighthouse Open Day
Isle of May NNR - Anstruther meeting point, KY10 3AB The Isle of May has been a lighthouse island for more than 350 years. This is the only opportunity during the year to see inside all of the island lig... National Nature Reserve event - Isle of May NNR |
| 8th Sep 2013 | Isle of May Lighthouse Open Day
Isle of May NNR - Anstruther meeting point, KY10 3AB The Isle of May has been a lighthouse island for more than 350 years. This is the only opportunity during the year to see inside all of the island lig... National Nature Reserve event - Isle of May NNR |
| 28th Sep 2013 | Isle of May Seal Open Day
Isle of May NNR - Anstruther meeting point, KY10 3AB The Isle of May hosts up to 4000 seals during the breeding season. This open day comes right at the beginning of this with experts on hand to help to ... National Nature Reserve event - Isle of May NNR |
| 28th Sep 2013 | Snap happy - wildlife and landscape photography
Cairnsmore of Fleet Visitor Centre , DG7 2BP A walk details Snap happy - wildlife and landscape photography from compacts to mega lenses. Booking required by calling the Cairnsmore of Fleet NN... National Nature Reserve event - Cairnsmore of Fleet NNR |
| 29th Sep 2013 | Fungi Foray
Loch Leven NNR - Findatie Car park, KY13 9JL SNH will be teaming up with local mycologist to explore and record the diversity of fungi around the loch. Prepare for tales of mischief and destruct... National Nature Reserve event - Loch Leven NNR |
| 29th Sep 2013 | Isle of May Seal Open Day
Isle of May NNR - Anstruther meeting point, KY10 3AB The Isle of May hosts up to 4000 seals during the breeding season. This open day comes right at the beginning of this with experts on hand to help to ... National Nature Reserve event - Isle of May NNR |
| 19th Oct 2013 | High tide watch
Caerlaverock NNR - Castle Corner Car Park, DG1 4RS A chance to see the massed roost of waders and wildfowl pushed on to the shore by one of the big tides of the year. Booking not required. National Nature Reserve event - Caerlaverock NNR |
| 26th Oct 2013 | Pink Sunset
Loch Leven's Larder, KY13 9HD An evening stroll to see the loch's many species of wildfowl and watch the spectacle of pink-footed geese as they return to roost under the setting su... National Nature Reserve event - Loch Leven NNR |
| 10th Nov 2013 | Evening flight
Caerlaverock NNR - Hollands Farm car park, DG1 4RS Watch the evening return of wintering geese and ducks to the sanctuary of their roost on the Solway Firth. Booking preferred by calling SNH on 0138... National Nature Reserve event - Caerlaverock NNR |
| 7th Dec 2013 | A natural history quiz
Cairnsmore of Fleet Visitor Centre , DG7 2BP Test your knowledge of Scottish wildlife in the Year of Natural Scotland. Booking not required. Contact Neil McKie Cairnsmore of Fleet NNR Tel 0... National Nature Reserve event - Cairnsmore of Fleet NNR |
| 28th Dec 2013 | Winter Bird Walk
Loch Leven NNR - Findatie Car park, KY13 9JL Blow away those winter blues with this bird walk to see the inhabitants of the loch during the colder months. National Nature Reserve event - Loch Leven NNR |
