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SUMMARY:Keep Looking Up: Stargazing
DESCRIPTION:Geese like stars\, they help them to migrate. Nigh-ttime is a great time for stories\, star stories in particular. Elizabeth Tindal\, Biosphere Dark Sky Ranger\, will be there to tell you stories about constellations\, the importance of the North star to both people and birds\, moon geese and the moon rabbit all while standing under the stars.  \n\n\n\nWrap up warm and come along to see the stars above Caerlaverock Castle.  \n\n\n\nThere will be hot drinks provided to warm you up while you have a chance to chat about the space\, the universe and everything. \n\n\n\nLed by Freelance Ranger and Biosphere Dark Sky Ranger\, Elizabeth Tindal \n\n\n\nBOOKING ESSENTIAL \n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK YOUR PLACE HERE\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details:   Mix of gravel and grass trails \n\n\n\nAge Restriction: Any age \n\n\n\nNote: There will be wet weather contingency.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/keep-looking-up-stargazing/
LOCATION:Caerlaverock Castle\, Castle Road End\, Dumfries\, DG1 4RU
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231025T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231025T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T110204Z
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SUMMARY:Wild Goose Festival 2023 Caerlaverock Cycle Ride
DESCRIPTION:Cycling Dumfries are delighted to join WWT\, Nith Life and NatureScot\, to host this guided wildlife ride to WWT Caerlaverock\, taking in Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve and the river Nith along the way. The ride is around 20 miles – but with plenty of stops on the way to look out for wildlife and take in the sights and sounds of the Nith and the estuary. \n\n\n\nEach group will be accompanied by a wildlife expert as well as a ride leader and we’ll stay in small groups. The ride includes refreshments on arrival at WWT Caerlaverock. \n\n\n\nPlease bring your own binoculars and snacks/drinks for the ride. \n\n\n\nFamilies welcome\, although given the length of the ride overall\, we recommend this ride is only suitable for those aged 10 or over. \n\n\n\nBOOKING ESSENTIAL \n\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: The route is suitable for anyone able to cycle 20 miles on a bike\, ebike\, hand cycle\, trike etc.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/wild-goose-festival-2023-caerlaverock-cycle-ride/
LOCATION:Dock Park\, Dockhead\, Dumfries\, Scotland\, DG1 2RY\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231025T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231025T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
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SUMMARY:RSPB Guide in the Car Park
DESCRIPTION:Join our RSPB Warden at Ken Dee Marshes by the car park to look for and hear about the geese and other wildlife that winter around Loch Ken and surrounding area\, including the Greenland White-fronted Geese which we be arriving after their epic migration from Greenland via Iceland.  \n\n\n\nDrop by to chat and ask questions of our Warden\, look through the spotting scope provided and find out about where best to look for geese in the area. \n\n\n\nNo booking required \n\n\n\n\n\nFOR MORE DETAILS\, CLICK HERE\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: Accessible for all. \n\n\n\nEvent Capacity: 8 cars \n\n\n\nAge Restriction: Under 16’s to be accompanied by an adult
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/rspb-guide-in-the-car-park/
LOCATION:RSPB Ken Dee\, Ken-Dee Marshes Reserve\, Castle Douglas\, DG7 2LY
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231024T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231024T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T110122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T110123Z
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SUMMARY:Badger Banquet at Mersehead
DESCRIPTION:Feast your eyes on badgers\, as they snuffle around for a snack in our garden. So\, they’re not goosey but are just as black\, white and grey as our barnacle geese! These creatures are living on the reserve and often leave tracks and signs along our trails but close views can be a challenge.  \n\n\n\nWatch them close-up from the comfort of our Sulwath Centre\, with hot drinks also available for the evening. And who knows what else might turn up?  \n\n\n\nAll children must be accompanied by ticketed adults. A great experience for families (though not suitable for early years). \n\n\n\nBOOKING ESSENTIAL \n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: Restricted spaces. Indoor event\, wheelchair accessible\, toilets and audio hearing loop available in venue. Nearby car parking. \n\n\n\nAge Restriction?: Adults and children 12+
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/badger-banquet-at-mersehead-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231024T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231024T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T110056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T144625Z
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SUMMARY:Goose Gander
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk with a knowledgeable warden to learn how we manage the reserve for the thousands of barnacle geese and pink footed geese that migrate here in winter. Learn how to identify different species and experience the sights and sounds of these wonderful wildfowl. \n\n\n\nBOOKING ESSENTIAL \n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: The trails are all accessible. Walking boots or wellies may be needed in wet weather
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/goose-gander/
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231023T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231023T213000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T110031Z
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SUMMARY:Women\, Witchcraft and Birds
DESCRIPTION:Judith Hewitt managed the Museum of Witchcraft and Magic in Cornwall for five years and she will draw on her work at this museum for this talk.  \n\n\n\nThis included a display dedicated to The Goddess – a Pagan deity who takes many forms.  Many Goddess archetypes connect with birds in some way and\, arguably\, some of this symbolism developed into the early modern idea of ‘the witch’. \n\n\n\nThe persecution of those accused of witchcraft will also feature in this talk with accusations involving flight\, feathers and birds as familiars included. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVisitors to Dumfries Museum for this talk will also be able to explore the museum’s two exhibitions ‘The Women of Dumfries:  Art\, Suffrage\, Temperance and War’ and ‘Dr Flora Murray: Suffragette\, Doctor and Daughter of Dumfries.’ \n\n\n\nNo booking necessary \n\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: Fully accessible\, ground floor \n\n\n\nAge Restriction: The talk aimed at adults
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/women-witchcraft-and-birds/
LOCATION:Dumfries and Galloway Council Museums Service\, Dumfries Museum\, Rotchell Road\, Dumfries\, DG2 7SW
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dumfries and Galloway Council Museums Service":MAILTO:dgculture@dumgal.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231023T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231023T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T110009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T144424Z
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SUMMARY:Make a Willow Bird Feeder
DESCRIPTION:Come and make a willow bird feeder with experienced weaver Fiona Moir.  \n\n\n\nYou will learn how to work with willow to make a feeder that takes fat balls. Hang it in your garden and then watch the variety of birds that will use it. \n\n\n\nFiona practices various crafts and has taught many craft classes to different age groups. She is also a guide in the hide volunteer at WWT Caerlaverock \n\n\n\nBOOKING ESSENTIAL \n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: Our site has disabled parking & facilities\, is wheelchair accessible with wheelchairs available for hire. Trained service dogs are allowed. 
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/make-a-willow-bird-feeder/
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231023T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105242Z
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SUMMARY:Conversing Building in partnership with Fife College & HMP Dumfries
DESCRIPTION:Postponed from October 16th | Closed Sunday’s\n\n\n\nAs part of this year’s Wild Goose Festival\, the Stove’s Conversing Building project has been engaging with Fife College learners based at HMP Dumfries. Sharing inspirations and prompts from the festivals theme of Keep Looking Up\, the learners have worked through a variety of creative mediums to respond through both creative writing and visual mediums including painting and drawing.  \n\n\n\nThe works on display began during a creative workshop day exploring the background of the festival and it’s wider themes of migration\, nature and of course\, a celebration of our seasonal visitors – the geese! \n\n\n\nStop by the Stove Café during visitor hours to have a closer look at the work created. \n\n\n\nAll artworks are submitted anonymously. \n\n\n\nKeep Looking Up\n\n\n\nThe migration of the barnacle goose has been a rich source for writers and artists for centuries. Before we were able to monitor their movements\, there were many myths on the origins of the barnacle goose. Like the name suggests some used to believe that during the winter\, barnacle geese turned into barnacles in the sea\, as they disappeared after every summer leading many to question their whereabouts. \n\n\n\nTheir arrival is most noticeably heard by their calls in flight as they pass over the towns and villages of Scotland. As onlookers crane their necks skyward\, the faint but distinctive ‘V’ formation affords us an opportunity to pause\, to observe and to connect\, for a small moment\, with our natural environment. \n\n\n\nThat’s why our theme for this year is ‘Keep Looking Up’. We’re asking everyone to take a moment to pause\, to look up and ponder their place in the natural world. \n\n\n\nAbout Conversing Building\n\n\n\nConversing Building is an in-house Stove project that explores how communities and artists can interact with the Stove building and wider environments through visual means. Conversing Building considers all of the spaces in and around the Stove as potential locations for dialogue\, activity and gathering. \n\n\n\nThe Stove Cafe hosts regular displays and exhibitions\, both as part of the Stove’s activity and featuring ‘guest’ projects and artists with visiting works\, conversational installations and displays – that seek to gather\, share and create discussion in the town centre.  \n\n\n\nAbout Fife College\n\n\n\nThe vision of Fife College is to transform the lives of our students through inspirations learning and teaching. Our mission is to deliver excellent opportunities for our students and work with them to develop their full potential with life enhancing skills\, knowledge\, experience and resilience that will shape their future success.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/conversing-building-in-partnership-with-fife-college-hmp-dumfries/
LOCATION:The Stove Cafe\, 100 High Street\, Dumfries\, Scotland\, DG1 2BJ\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Stove Network":MAILTO:info@thestove.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231022T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231022T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T105941Z
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SUMMARY:Optics Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Interested in a new pair of binoculars\, or a telescope? Optics greatly enhance your experience of watching geese\, helping you see the stunning plumage of these beautiful birds 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.  \n\n\n\nTake this opportunity to try out a great range of optics and get all your questions answered. \n\n\n\nNo advance booking required. \n\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: Our site has disabled parking & facilities\, is wheelchair accessible with wheelchairs available for hire. Trained service dogs are allowed. 
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/optics-demonstration-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231022T064500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231022T090000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T144318Z
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SUMMARY:Dawn Flight
DESCRIPTION:Take this unique opportunity to watch thousands of barnacle geese flighting in to the reserve against the dawn sky.  \n\n\n\nWe will walk out to the merse at dawn to watch this spectacular wildlife event. Please bring weatherproof clothes\, suitable footwear\, binoculars\, and a torch.  \n\n\n\nBOOKING ESSENTIAL \n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK TOUR TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: Please bear in mind\, this requires a walk of approximately half a mile on uneven paths in low light conditions.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/dawn-flight/
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231021T171500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231021T191500
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T105855Z
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SUMMARY:Goose Roost on Sandflats Walk at Mersehead
DESCRIPTION:Some of the greatest spectacles of nature take place at dusk.  \n\n\n\nJoin our guide to enjoy Svalbard barnacle geese descending on the sandflat and reserve to roost.  \n\n\n\nThis will involve a ¾mile/1.2km walk down to the shore\, to view incoming geese. There may be some standing around for a while once in position.  \n\n\n\nPlease wrap up warmly\, come prepared for cold or wet weather and bring a torch for safe return to the car park afterwards. \n\n\n\nNote that access over the sand-dunes is not suitable for normal wheelchairs. Families welcome (though not suitable for younger children). All children must be accompanied by ticketed adults. Additional car park charge applies for non-RSPB members. \n\n\n\nBOOKING ESSENTIAL \n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: Firm\, mostly surfaced path along route. Distance: 2+miles/3.4km. Visibility will diminish\, with return walk in darkness. \n\n\n\nAge Restriction?: Adults and children 12+
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/goose-roost-on-sandflats-walk-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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231021T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231021T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T144156Z
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SUMMARY:Beginner Wetland Birding
DESCRIPTION:Build your confidence in wetland bird identification at our reserve and learn how to get involved in recording the birds you see.  \n\n\n\nJoin a friendly warden who will help show where and what species to look out for when birding\, as well as sharing more information about wetland habitats and wildlife. \n\n\n\nThis is a great opportunity for you to get involved in helping wildlife and conservation at this time of climate crisis.  \n\n\n\nWe will include an introduction to the Wetland Bird Survey (WeBs). \n\n\n\nBOOKING ESSENTIAL \n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: Our site has disabled parking & facilities\, is wheelchair accessible with wheelchairs available for hire. Trained service dogs are allowed. 
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/beginner-wetland-birding/
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231021T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T141528Z
UID:1917-1697893200-1697904000@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Birding for Brents
DESCRIPTION:In Dumfries and Galloway we have a small wintering population of light bellied brent geese.  \n\n\n\nThese fascinating birds migrate 5\,000km from Canada each year to spend the winter on our coastline. Most of the population winter in Ireland\, but we have a small population on the coasts of West Galloway where they feed on eel grass during the winter.  \n\n\n\nWe will use binoculars and telescopes to look at the geese and other birds on Loch Ryan. Experts will be on-hand to help with identification and to tell you all about these incredible birds and their migration.  \n\n\n\nThis event is in partnership with Galloway & Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere\, British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) and Scottish Ornithologists Club (SOC).  \n\n\n\nPlease bring warm clothes\, suitable footwear and optics if you have them.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/birding-for-brents/
LOCATION:Stranraer Harbour and Marina\, Sailwest Building\, West Pier\, Stranraer\, Scotland\, DG9 7RE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231021T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231021T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T143537Z
UID:1942-1697886000-1697891400@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Peter Scott and the Birth of Modern Conservation– Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Peter Scott was a remarkable man who led an extraordinary life. Writer\, artist\, broadcaster\, conservationist\, sportsman; in any one of his chosen fields he would have been remembered as someone who made a difference. That he excelled in all of these is perhaps the main reason why his life remains an inspiration to others more than thirty years after his death. To his chosen fields\, Peter brought a restless energy\, boundless enthusiasm\, integrity and determination to succeed.   \n\n\n\nThis new biography charts his life\, from the young boy who grew up in the shadow of the tragic death of his famous father to the co-founder of the World Wildlife Fund and a major international figure in wildlife conservation. Along the way he became a passionate wildfowler\, an internationally renowned artist\, Olympic medal winner\, wartime hero\, British national glider champion and popular broadcaster who was heavily involved in the development of natural history programmes at the BBC.   \n\n\n\nThe book draws in part upon previously unpublished letters and papers discovered in his home during preparations to open it to the public\, and casts a fresh light on some of the events that helped change a passionate hunter of wild geese into the most fervent champion for their survival. With the current crisis of global warming and the threat of mass extinction of wildlife across the globe\, Peter’s story is a vivid reminder of the challenges we face and of what we stand to lose.   \n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK YOUR PLACE HERE\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: Our site has disabled parking & facilities\, is wheelchair accessible with wheelchairs available for hire. Trained service dogs are allowed. 
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/peter-scott-and-the-birth-of-modern-conservation-book-signing/
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T144014Z
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SUMMARY:Optics Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Interested in a new pair of binoculars\, or a telescope?  \n\n\n\nOptics greatly enhance your experience of watching geese\, helping you see the stunning plumage of these beautiful birds 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.  \n\n\n\nTake this opportunity to try out a great range of optics and get all your questions answered. \n\n\n\nNO BOOKING REQUIRED \n\n\n\n\n\nLEARN MORE ON THE WWT CAERLAVEROCK WEBSITE
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/optics-demonstration/
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231021T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T105547Z
UID:1926-1697882400-1697904000@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Paddington Party
DESCRIPTION:All day we are running activities inspired by the most famous migrant in children’s literature – Paddington Bear.  \n\n\n\nAll activities are drop-in and included with a house ticket to Moat Brae.  \n\n\n\nFilm and TV series screenings will be running all day and we will have crafts\, drama\, storytelling and more. \n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK YOUR TICKETS HERE
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/paddington-party/
LOCATION:Moat Brae\, 101 George Street\, Dumfries\, DG1 1EA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231020T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T145227Z
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SUMMARY:Dusk Flight: Walk up Wardlaw
DESCRIPTION:Take a gander with a wander up Wardlaw to celebrate the return of the geese for Wild Goose Festival\, WWT Caerlaverock wardens are joining NatureScot reserve staff to lead a walk up Wardlaw Hill to see the dusk flight of the pink footed geese and barnacle geese as they head out to roost on the Solway mudflats.  \n\n\n\nThe walk will start at Caerlaverock Castle\, it is a free ticketed event – please email: southern_scotland_admin@nature.scot if you require further details. \n\n\n\nBOOKING ESSENTIAL \n\n\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: No wheelchair access\, due to steep hill walk and off road tracks. No dogs except guide dogs. \n\n\n\nAge Restriction: 8+
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/walk-up-wardlaw/
LOCATION:Caerlaverock Castle\, Castle Road End\, Dumfries\, DG1 4RU
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231020T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231028T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20231003T082459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T120139Z
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SUMMARY:Hub Programme 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Wild Goose Festival Hub this October and take part in our fun and creative events\, workshops and activities. Learn all about our feathery friends\, the Wild Geese\, and find out why they visit us here in Dumfries & Galloway every year.  \n\n\n\nAt our hub \, you can meet some of the people helping to protect our natural resources and get crafty with our artists .  \n\n\n\nAll of our activity is FREE and suitable for all ages.  \n\n\n\nOpen Daily from 10am – 4pm\, 20th – 28th October (CLOSED SUNDAY 22nd) at the Loreburne Centre.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgramme of Activity \n\n\n\nFriday 20th October \n\n\n\n1pm – 4pm: The experts from WWT Caerlaverock will be on hand to answer questions & will be hosting workshop activity \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday 21st October \n\n\n\n11am – 3pm: Artist Katie Anderson will be hosting a Praxinoscope animation workshop \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMonday 23rd October \n\n\n\n10am – 4pm: The NatureScot reserve team will be hosting activities in the hub \n\n\n\n11am – 3pm: Community Artwork: Drop in and Do – using recycled materials\, help us create a special Community Mural designed by local illustrator Jamie Stryker \n\n\n\n1pm-4pm: The team from RSPB Mersehead will be hosting an activity and answering questions about their work on the reserve \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTuesday 24th October\n\n\n\n10am – 1pm: Discover how we can help protect our wildlife with the Species on the Edge team \n\n\n\n11am – 3pm: Community Artwork: Drop in and Do – using recycled materials\, help us create a special Community Mural designed by local illustrator Jamie Stryker \n\n\n\n1pm – 4pm: The experts from WWT Caerlavrock will be on hand to answer questions & will be hosting workshop activity \n\n\n\nSolway Firth Partnership will be in the hub hosting some hands-on activities for all the family \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWednesday 25th October\n\n\n\n10am – 1pm: Watch out for the team at Lift D&G who’ll be goosing around the town \n\n\n\n11am – 1pm: Join artists Alice Francis & Rose Giblin for a fun and fast-paced drawing workshop. Bring along something from nature if you can (a leaf\, a stone\, a flower etc)!  \n\n\n\n1pm – 3pm: Artist Betty Stephenson will be hosting a Cyanotype Workshop\, making photos without the use of a camera!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday 26th October \n\n\n\n10am – 1pm: The Galloway & Southern Aryshire UNESCO Biosphere team will be hosting family-friendly activties \n\n\n\n11am – 3pm: Community Artwork: Drop in and Do – using recycled materials\, help us create a special Community Mural designed by local illustrator Jamie Stryker \n\n\n\n1pm – 4pm: Solway Firth Partnership will be in the hub hosting some hands-on activity for all the family \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFriday 27th October \n\n\n\n10am – 1pm: The team from NTS Threave Nature Reserve will be in the hub delivering workshop activities \n\n\n\n11am – 3pm: Community Artwork\, Drop in and Do – using recycled materials\, help us create a special Community Mural designed by local illustrator Jamie Stryker \n\n\n\n1pm – 4pm: The experts from WWT Caerlaverock will be on hand to answer questions & will be hosting workshop activity \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday 28th October\n\n\n\n11am – 3pm: Join the Paragon team for “Honk in the Hub”\, a special sound workshop. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Wild Goose Festival Hub is supported by YouthLink Scotland\, The Scottish Government\, Creative Scotland\, Dumfries & Galloway Council\, Traditional Arts Culture Scotland and the Scottish International Storytelling Festival. \n\n\n\nClick here to see our full list of partners.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/hub-programme-2023/
LOCATION:The Wild Goose Festival Hub\, Carers Centre\, Dumfries\, Dumfries & Galloway\, DG1 2PW\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231020T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231020T163000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230925T142904Z
UID:1912-1697796000-1697819400@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Artful Migration Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Artful Migration conference will share learning from three artist residencies located in Dumfries & Galloway\, developed by Upland and Moving Souls Dance. Bringing artists and conservationists together\, keynote speakers Sacha Dench and Chris Fremantle will explore artistic practice linked to migratory pathways of birds challenged by climate change. \n\n\n\nThe Artful Migration programme created three artist residencies that focused on migratory birds hosted by local partners.  A pilot residency took place in 2017-18 partnered with WWT Caerlaverock focusing on the Whooper Swans\, undertaken by Angela Alexander Lloyd. A secondary residency\, undertaken by John Wallace\, ran from 2020 –2021 with NTS Threave Garden & Estate focusing on the osprey. Over 2023 artists Leeming & Paterson are exploring the elusive nightjar\, with partners Forest Land Scotland & RSPB. All three residencies have been funded by Creative Scotland. \n\n\n\nThe conference aims to bring conservationists\, land managers\, artists and communities together. Presentations and discussions will reveal new approaches that integrate the insights of artistic practice with ecological science and land management experience. \n\n\n\nA final report will gather responses from all participants to inform future collaborative inquiry and new connections.  \n\n\n\nKeynote speakers and presenters: \n\n\n\n\nSacha Dench – Ambassador\, UN’s Convention on Migratory Species and CEO and founder of Conservation Without Borders\n\n\n\nChris Fremantle – Research Fellow and Lecturer at Gray’s School of Art\n\n\n\nLeeming & Paterson – Current Artful Migration artists-in-residence\n\n\n\nJohn Wallace – Environmental video artist and filmmaker\, Artful Migration artist in residence 2020-21\n\n\n\n\nThere is also an accompanying exhibition at Gracefield Art Centre which will showcase the work of the current and previous artists-in-residence.  \n\n\n\nTickets available to purchase from 6th September  \n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK YOUR TICKET HERE\n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: Wheelchair accessible (see website for details) \n\n\n\nAge Restriction: Open to all but children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/artful-migration-conference/
LOCATION:Easterbrook Hall\, (Duncan Hall)\,The Crichton\, Bankend Road\, Dumfries\, DG1 4TL
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231019T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105337Z
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SUMMARY:Badger Banquet at Mersehead
DESCRIPTION:Feast your eyes on badgers\, as they snuffle around for a snack in our garden. So\, they’re not goosey but are just as black\, white and grey as our barnacle geese!  \n\n\n\nThese creatures are living on the reserve and often leave tracks and signs along our trails but close views can be a challenge. Watch them close-up from the comfort of our Sulwath Centre\, with hot drinks also available for the evening. And who knows what else might turn up?  \n\n\n\nAll children must be accompanied by ticketed adults.  \n\n\n\nA great experience for families (though not suitable for early years). \n\n\n\nBOOKING ESSENTIAL \n\n\n\n\n\nBOOK TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility Details: Restricted spaces. Indoor event\, wheelchair accessible\, toilets and audio hearing loop available in venue. Nearby car parking. \n\n\n\nAge Restriction: Adults and children 12+
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/badger-banquet-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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231019T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231029T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T105309Z
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SUMMARY:Svalbard to the Solway Story Trail at Mersehead
DESCRIPTION:Part of the #WildGooseFestival2023. Meet Bart (the Barnacle Goose) and read his story along this self-led\, short activity trail about how his family try to survive life as wild geese.  \n\n\n\nCollect an activity booklet and pencil at our visitor centre and then head to places along the marked trail. Warning\, some activities will require grown-up participation too – so not just for kids!  \n\n\n\nBooking not essential\, you can drop in any time on dates when this event is taking place.  \n\n\n\nAdditional car parking charges apply to non-RSPB members. \n\n\n\n\n\nCLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/svalbard-to-the-solway-story-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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231014T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231111T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T105212Z
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SUMMARY:Artful Migration Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Closed (Sundays & Mondays) \n\n\n\nAn exhibition by Artful Migration artists-in-residence\, Leeming & Paterson. \n\n\n\nOver the past 8 months Ted Leeming & Morag Paterson have spent time at Lochar Mosses exploring the elusive Nightjar\, one of Scotland’s rarest and most unusual birds\, which appears to be thriving in the region. \n\n\n\nThe nightjar has secretive behaviour and an almost supernatural reputation\, being only visible at night. Leeming & Paterson have observed the birds and their behaviours\, explored the threats to the birds\, which include habitat degradation and the challenges that climate change is having. \n\n\n\nThe exhibition\, which is the culmination of their residency period\,  includes a range of photographic\, alternative processes and audio/visual work by the artists\, working both together and individually as they explore the behaviours\, habitats\, threats and opportunities that link local to global.  \n\n\n\nLeeming & Paterson’s work explores the landscape and our human interactions therein in the context of the twin emergencies of climate change and biodiversity loss.  Often working close to their home in Galloway\, the natural world forms the basis of inspiration for many of their collaborative images and projects. \n\n\n\nThe residency is the third in a programme of three residencies which have been developed by Upland and Moving Souls Dance since 2017. Each residency has offered artists a unique insight into the migratory birds of Dumfries & Galloway through partnership working with local nature reserves and the opportunity to create new\, high-quality artworks in response for public display. The 2023 residency has been delivered in partnership with Forest and Land Scotland and RSPB Scotland with funding from Creative Scotland.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/artful-migration-exhibition/
LOCATION:Gracefield Arts Centre\, 28 Edinburgh Road\,\, Dumfries\, DG1 1JQ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231006T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231006T220000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T105145Z
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SUMMARY:Reel to Real Cinema x Wild Goose Festival Presents: Sami Blood/Sameblod
DESCRIPTION:Sami Blood | 2016 | Amanda Kernell | Swedish | 12 A | 1 hr 48 mins \n\n\n\nJoin us for the next in our edition of Reel to Real Cinema\, a pop-up cinema space hosted at the Stove Cafe where we will be sharing Sami Blood\, a historical drama following a Sámi girl in 1930’s Sweden where she is exposed to the racism faced by her indigenous family. \n\n\n\nAbout the Film \n\n\n\nElle Marja\, 14\, is a reindeer-herding Sámi girl. Exposed to the racism of the 1930’s and race biology examinations at her boarding school she starts dreaming of another life. To achieve this other life\, she has to become someone else and break all ties with her family and culture. \n\n\n\nFilm Trailer: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout Reel to Real Cinema  \n\n\n\nReel to Real Cinema is a monthly film space in the Stove Cafe\, featuring an eclectic mixture of conversational films – from artist made shorts to feature length documentaries\, locally made to international cinema. A space for discussion and thought-provoking films\, you are welcome to join us after the film for a short conversation about the themes from this month’s selection. \n\n\n\nMore information about Reel to Real is available here. \n\n\n\nThe Stove Cafe will be open from 5:30pm – 7:00pm with a special pre-film dinner option alongside hot drinks and cakes. 
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/reel-to-real-cinema-x-wild-goose-festival-presents-sami-blood-sameblod/
LOCATION:The Stove Cafe\, 100 High Street\, Dumfries\, Scotland\, DG1 2BJ\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Stove Network":MAILTO:info@thestove.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230929T171500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230929T183000
DTSTAMP:20260607T185244
CREATED:20230724T105042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T121222Z
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SUMMARY:Fairground Walkabout: Showpeople and the Dumfries Rood Fair 
DESCRIPTION:URGENT UPDATE:  Fairground Walkabout POSTPONED until Friday 29th 5:15pm  \n\n\n\nThe Fairground Walkabout has been postponed from Thursday (28th) but WILL GO AHEAD Friday 29th same time\, 5:15-6:30pm. The walk will start as advertised at the East Side of the Suspension Bridge (the Whitesands/Fairground side).  \n\n\n\nOn behalf of Fair Scotland and all of the Showpeople involved in organising this event\, we apologise for the change in schedule –  but weather and flood warnings have necessitated the change. Although the weather looks fine for Thursday evening\, the Showpeople operating at the Rood Fair have this week set up their rides/stalls on Tuesday/Wednesday\, then had to take them down and move them Wed afternoon due to flood and wind warnings\, and now have to put them back up Thursday afternoon to prepare for this evening’s opening of the Fair. At their request we have made these changes. \n\n\n\nWe very much hope to see you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Rood Fair returns! Learn some fair history and meet Showpeople who travel to Dumfries from across Scotland to make it happen.  \n\n\n\nMany Showfamilies have operated on the banks of the Nith for generations – hear their stories while walking the route of local fairgrounds\, past & present. \n\n\n\nThe route will start along the riverfront and walk through the Rood Fair\, stopping at sites relevant to Dumfries’ historical riverfront fairs. Led by artist T S Beall\, Showperson and Dumfries Fair Organiser Raynor Codona\, and Chair of the Scottish Section of the Showman’s Guild and Vice-President of the European Showmen’s Union Alex James Colquhoun. Attendees will have a chance to speak with some of the Showpeople who have operated in Dumfries for generations.  \n\n\n\nThis will be our first ever walking tour through the Rood Fair – don’t miss it!  \n\n\n\nPlease gather at the east side of the Suspension Bridge (Dockhead / A781) \n\n\n\nAccessibility and route details: \n\n\n\nDress for the weather. Please note the fair opens at 5pm\, with some flashing lights and fairground noises. Walking route is wheelchair accessible. Suitable for audience 12+. \n\n\n\nPlease note that due to rising cases of COVID-19\, if you feel unwell please stay home. This walkabout will be filmed so you will be able to experience part of the event if you are unable to attend. If you are attending the walkabout and do not wish to be filmed\, please let the hosts know. \n\n\n\nPart of the Stove Network’s Wild Goose Festival. This walk is hosted in partnership with Fair Scotland\, a charity created to promote the heritage and future of Scotland’s Showpeople. Supported by the People’s Project.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/fairground-walkabout-showpeople-and-the-dumfries-rood-fair/
LOCATION:Suspension Bridge (Dockhead / A781)
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