Tributaries brought together communities, artists and scientists along the River Nith to explore the river, its tributaries and the life they sustain. Through activities including moth trapping, bat walks, water sampling, birdwatching and species recording, local people worked alongside scientists to observe and learn about the river and the ecological changes taking place around them. […]
As part of this year’s Wild Goose Festival you can join us for three risograph workshops at the Print House exploring storytelling and environmental activism. Our environments are full of stories waiting to be heard. By discussing, imagining, and making together we can listen to what the living world is asking of us during the […]
The geese have arrived. From the far north to the Solway coast, their journey brings them to Caerlaverock each autumn. Now, The Loose Goose is getting ready to make a journey of her own — setting off across Dumfries & Galloway with stories, sounds, making and a little bit of mischief. Come and meet her […]
For one week, The Standard, Midsteeple Quarter becomes a place for stories to gather, take shape and take flight. Drop in and discover talks, conversations, creative activities and encounters with the people and ideas behind Where In The Wild. You’ll also find The Loose Goose, having lots of Goosey fun, getting ready for her migration […]
For one week, The Standard, Midsteeple Quarter becomes a place for stories to gather, take shape and take flight. Drop in and discover talks, conversations, creative activities and encounters with the people and ideas behind Where In The Wild. You’ll also find The Loose Goose, having lots of Goosey fun, getting ready for her migration […]
How well do you really know our geese? Join local goose expert Dr Larry Griffin for an informal evening exploring the lives of the wild geese that make Dumfries & Galloway their home each year. From traditional metal and brightly coloured leg rings to modern GPS trackers that let us follow their movements from our […]
Join the WWT Caerlaverock team & our valued partners The Depot for a 6-mile guided walk through Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve, and back down round to the historic Caerlaverock Castle, an ancient site of sanctuary. This walk not only gives you gorgeous scenery, but you will also learn about the migrating barnacle and pink-footed geese […]
For one week, The Standard, Midsteeple Quarter becomes a place for stories to gather, take shape and take flight. Drop in and discover talks, conversations, creative activities and encounters with the people and ideas behind Where In The Wild. You’ll also find The Loose Goose, having lots of Goosey fun, getting ready for her migration […]
In this unique session, award-winning nature writer Stephen Rutt will host a drop-in non-fiction writing workshop alongside a talk about his experiences as a writer and a naturalist living in Dumfries. Be inspired by his words, while over the evening you can turn your hand to writing exercises, helping you to tell your story. Event […]
For one week, The Standard, Midsteeple Quarter becomes a place for stories to gather, take shape and take flight. Drop in and discover talks, conversations, creative activities and encounters with the people and ideas behind Where In The Wild. You’ll also find The Loose Goose, having lots of Goosey fun, getting ready for her migration […]
Where have you been? What did you see there? What did it sound like? How did it feel? Join Paragon Music for a fun, accessible afternoon of music-making inspired by your travel stories. We’ve got the instruments, no experience necessary. Come as you are, when you can. Event Information This event will take place at […]
A chance to see multi-instrumentalist Sarah Law’s short film documenting the awe and accessibility challenges of the uniquely beautiful and rugged Mersehead beach. Event Information FreeThis session will take place at The Stove Network and Cafe, 100 High Street, Dumfries Accessibility Information Access to the BuildingLevel Access is available at the rear of the building […]
For one week, The Standard, Midsteeple Quarter becomes a place for stories to gather, take shape and take flight. Drop in and discover talks, conversations, creative activities and encounters with the people and ideas behind Where In The Wild. You’ll also find The Loose Goose, having lots of Goosey fun, getting ready for her migration […]
The fires of Tír na nÓg travel over nine waves, by wind and wing across Scotland as the redstart searches for one deserving of the gift of fire. Tender the tinder and kindle , who has what it takes to receive a gift that can both destroy and create? Event Information Free This event will […]
The wild geese cross continents without borders, reminding us that journeys are part of who we all are. Join us for an evening of food & art, as Nour leads us through the basics of drawing – & understanding – geese and other birds. Event Information FreeThis session will take place at The Stove Network and […]
For one week, The Standard, Midsteeple Quarter becomes a place for stories to gather, take shape and take flight. Drop in and discover talks, conversations, creative activities and encounters with the people and ideas behind Where In The Wild. You’ll also find The Loose Goose, having lots of Goosey fun, getting ready for her migration […]
Dive into an atmospheric forest-scape exploring shared folklore between the Black Forest and Scottish Highlands. Through evocative music, storytelling, and audience interaction, this multidisciplinary performance from Franziska Droll and Mollie Davis conjures mythical white stags, cryptic birds, and shifting shape-shifters, questioning what happens to our legends when the wild goes silent. Event Information Free This […]
WWT Caerlaverock is offering a unique opportunity to experience the spectacle of thousands of barnacle geese taking their sunrise flight from the mudflats to have breakfast on our fields, with the stunning backdrop of an uninterrupted sunrise. Please wear warm and waterproof clothing and footwear – guests will be required to walk to the viewing […]
The Loose Goose has left Caerlaverock — and she’s on the move. Her first stop is Threave, a place shaped by journeys. In winter, geese arrive here as part of their epic migration. In summer, Osprey return from Africa to make their home. Now it’s our turn to follow their lead. Come and meet The […]
Some journeys happen on wings. Others happen on wheels. The Loose Goose is rolling into Gatehouse of Fleet — a place where people have long come to explore, wander and get moving. Stop by and join the journey. There’ll be stories to discover, things to make, sounds to play with and plenty of opportunities to […]
WRITE! is The Stove’s regular Creative Writing night, and this month, in honour of the Wild Goose Festival, WRITE! is on tour, coming to the beautiful Mill on the Fleet! WRITE! is all about letting your imagination guide your hand and being inspired by those around you. In this session we’ll chat about geese & […]
The geese know a good place when they find one. Wigtown is one of their favourite stopping places — and now The Loose Goose is dropping in too. She’s bringing stories, sounds, making and imagination, and inviting you to add something of your own. What stories does this place hold? What journeys have brought people […]
Sample sounds from the natural environment and manipulate, and warp and incorporate them into digital music. Join Paragon’s digital music-making crew for an afternoon in the marshes. Event Information FreeThis event will take place at Wigtown Harbour, Harbour Road, Wigtown, DG8 9ED var exampleCallback = function() { console.log(‘Order complete!’); }; window.EBWidgets.createWidget({ // Required widgetType: ‘checkout’, […]
Join us at Loch Ryan to see the wonderful range of bird species which migrate there for the winter. We’ll be looking at brent geese, ducks, swans, waders and seabirds. Expert local birders and BTO volunteers will be on hand to spot birds and help identify the species. Please bring lunch, warm and waterproof clothing, […]
Every journey has an edge. For The Loose Goose, that edge is Stranraer — where Dumfries & Galloway meets the sea, and the land opens out towards somewhere else. After travelling across the region, she’s arrived at the end of her migration. But perhaps an ending is just another kind of beginning. Come and meet […]
When people think of Dumfries & Galloway’s food culture, we might think of our sprawling green pastures home to spring lamb, Belted Galloway beef and dairy herds. But we are also fertile soil for a huge variety of delicious vegetables, fruits and herbs across smallholdings, farms and market gardens across our region. The Greenhouse showcases […]
As part of this year’s Wild Goose Festival you can join us for three risograph workshops at the Print House exploring storytelling and environmental activism. Our environments are full of stories waiting to be heard. By discussing, imagining, and making together we can listen to what the living world is asking of us during the […]