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SUMMARY:Migration Exhibition: Wildlife\, Journeys\, & Plastic
DESCRIPTION:Solway Firth Partnership \n\n\n\n\n\nThis exhibition will be in place and open to view at The Stove Cafe daily\, excluding Sunday’s. \n\n\n\nRoutes taken by wildlife and plastic to and from the Solway shore often follow close parallels. This exhibition compares and contrasts the often remarkable journeys taken by the migrating wildlife and floating litter that rely on ocean currents and prevailing winds.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/migration-exhibition-wildlife-journeys-plastic/
LOCATION:The Stove Cafe\, 100 High Street\, Dumfries\, Scotland\, DG1 2BJ\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Solway Firth Partnership":MAILTO:info@solwayfirthpartnership.co.uk
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SUMMARY:Halloween and Weird Geese Trail at Mersehead
DESCRIPTION:RSPB Scotland \n\n\n\n\n\nThis activity is available every day from 12th October – 27th October\, 10am. 4pm (excluding Tuesday 15th October and Tuesday 22nd October) \n\n\n\n\n\nStrange sounds and creepy features\, explore the trail for spooky creatures!  \n\n\n\nFollow our Halloween activity trail to create your own spell\, discover some mystery and magic about nature and who knows what weird and wonderful things you will experience? With some activities on mysterious facts about our special Barnacle Geese\, Mmwhaaaahhh!  \n\n\n\nBooking not essential\, you can drop in any time on dates when this event takes place.  \n\n\n\nAll children must be accompanied by adults. Additional car park charge applies for non-RSPB members. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent Type: Outdoor  \n\n\n\nEvent: £3 per activity booklet \n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: Firm\, mostly surfaced path along route and garden. Distance: 1.2km \n\n\n\nEvent Capacity: n/a \n\n\n\nAge Restriction: For all ages from 3 years \n\n\n\nBooking Details: Booking not essential \n\n\n\nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/halloween-and-weird-geese-trail-at-mersehead/
LOCATION:RSPB Mersehead\, RSPB Mersehead Nature Reserve\, Southwick\, Dumfries\, DG2 8AH\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="RSPB Mersehead":MAILTO:mersehead@rspb.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Dawn Flight - WWT Caerlaverock
DESCRIPTION:Greet the dawn with the spectacular flight of the barnacle geese departing the reserve as the sun comes up.  \n\n\n\nThese beautiful birds have spent the night out on the Solway mudflats and fly in to feed on the fields during the day. Join the wardens out on the merse\, as we open early to watch the geese flying against the dawn sky. \n\n\n\nBring warm\, waterproof clothing and footwear\, binoculars and a torch. Breakfast available. \n\n\n\nEvent Type: Outdoor \n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: involves a walk but there are seats at the end and we can offer manual wheelchairs. Surface is flat and hard. Can be wet underfoot so warm and waterproof clothing and footwear is required.  \n\n\n\nEvent Capacity: 15 \n\n\n\nAge Restriction: 10+ \n\n\n\nBooking Details: Call WWT Caerlaverock to book on 01387 770 200
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/dawn-flight-wwt-caerlaverock/
LOCATION:WWT Caerlaverock\, WWT Caerlaverock\, Eastpark Farm\, Dumfriesshire\, Scotland\, DG1 4RS\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="WWT Caerlaverock":MAILTO:info.caerlaverock@wwt.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Optics Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:WWT Caerlaverock (with Viking and Swarovski) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in a new pair of binoculars or a telescope? \n\n\n\nOptics greatly enhance your experience of watching geese and other birds\, helping you see the stunning plumage and watch their fascinating behaviour. \n\n\n\nExperts from Swarovski and Viking are visiting WWT Caerlaverock to demonstrate and sell a range of optics. Take this opportunity to try them out and get all your questions answered. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent Type: Indoor \n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: Step free access to visitor centre \n\n\n\nEvent Capacity: n/a \n\n\n\nAge Restriction: n/a \n\n\n\nBooking Details: No booking necessary as this is a drop in session
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/optics-demonstration-3/
LOCATION:WWT Caerlaverock\, WWT Caerlaverock\, Eastpark Farm\, Dumfriesshire\, Scotland\, DG1 4RS\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="WWT Caerlaverock":MAILTO:info.caerlaverock@wwt.org.uk
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SUMMARY:St Michael's Graveyard Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fascinating tour of St. Michael’s Graveyard\, where we’ll explore the history and mysteries of this historic resting. \n\n\n\nWelcome to the St Michael’s Graveyard Tour! Join us for a fascinating journey through the history of St Michael’s and South Parish Church. \n\n\n\nThis in-person event will take place at the beautiful location of St Michael’s and South Parish Church. Discover the stories of those laid to rest in this historic graveyard and learn about the rich heritage of the area. \n\n\n\nDuring the walk\, which lasts around 40 minutes\, we will visit around 12 graves – inlcuding Burns’ Mausoleum\, all on the main pathway and all having an incumbent of interest. \n\n\n\nHot chocolate will be available to buy in the church hall after the walk. \n\n\n\nPlease note that this event is weather dependant.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/st-michaels-graveyard-tour/
LOCATION:St Michael’s Church\, 87 St Michael Street\, Dumfries\, DG1 2LA
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SUMMARY:The History of Halloween with Museum Curator Judith Hewitt
DESCRIPTION:Discover the true history of Halloween including the role of Robert Burns and Scotland in its development. \n\n\n\nIs Halloween Christian or Pagan? Is it European or American? Is it commercial or spiritual?  \n\n\n\nThis talk will explore the real history of Halloween in all its brilliant complexity.  \n\n\n\nJudith Hewitt is Museums Curator for the East of Dumfries and Galloway Council Museums. In a previous role\, she curated the exhibition ‘Glitter and Gravedust: Halloween past and present.’ \n\n\n\nFree to attend\, no need to book. \n\n\n\nDoors open at 6:30 pm \, talk to start at 7:00 pm.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/the-history-of-halloween-with-judith-hewitt/
LOCATION:St Michael’s Church\, 87 St Michael Street\, Dumfries\, DG1 2LA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dumfries and Galloway Council Museums Service":MAILTO:dgculture@dumgal.gov.uk
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