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SUMMARY:Pen & Think Event
DESCRIPTION:Stories have been plucked from the wind and passed down to us from ancient days\, with the aid of goose feathers. The quills of scribes fluttered over a thousand years ago to record tales that were much older.  \n\n\n\nCome and experience storyteller Simon Lidwell bringing a selection of these to life. The tales will be chosen to imagine how the place we know as Dumfries has formed. What stories would early Iron age tell when they forded the river?  Why did Devorgilla build a bridge to get people to Whithorn? After each story there will be the opportunity to reflect and chat. There will also be the opportunity to find out more about writing using a “good goose quill pen” and making medieval ink – and perhaps you might like to have a go! \n\n\n\nThe event will be free to access\, but donations gratefully received. \n\n\n\n\nBOOK HERE
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/pen-think-event/
LOCATION:St Michael’s and South Parish Church\, 87 Saint Michael Street\, Dumfries\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG1 2LA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Goodbye to the Geese
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250419T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250318T154049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T154433Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Safari Walk at St Michaels Church
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a spooky but fun wildlife safari in the Graveyard at St Michael’s Church!  \n\n\n\nWe’ll set off on an exciting quest to spot the creatures that call these hallowed grounds home—from scuttling spiders to soaring peregrines and everything in between! Can you help us uncover their secrets? We need sharp\, young eyes and curious minds to discover the wildlife hiding among the headstones and to listen to the fascinating stories they have to tell. \n\n\n\nThe event is free to all; bring the whole family for an afternoon of nature\, adventure\, and a touch of eerie excitement! \n\n\n\nThis event is in partnership between St Michaels Church and South West Scotland Environmental Information Centre for the Wild Goose Festival spring programme.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/wildlife-safari-walk-at-st-michaels-church/
LOCATION:St Michael’s and South Parish Church\, 87 Saint Michael Street\, Dumfries\, Dumfries and Galloway\, DG1 2LA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Goodbye to the Geese
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250426T123000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250326T152106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T112414Z
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SUMMARY:St Michael's Graveyard Walk and Talk
DESCRIPTION:Walk through 1\,000 years of history and learn the story of the church and the people recorded on the memorials within the churchyard\, including their famous ‘resident’ Robert Burns. \n\n\n\nPlease meet for this event at the St Michael’s Church gates. If the weather is inclement\, the tour will be held digitally in the church hall. Please dress appropriately for the weather. \n\n\n\nThe event will be free to access\, but donations gratefully received. \n\n\n\nThis event is being held by St Michael’s Church for the Spring Wild Goose Festival.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/st-michaels-graveyard-walk-and-talk/
LOCATION:St Michael’s Church\, 87 St Michael Street\, Dumfries\, DG1 2LA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251001T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251001T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T134521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T134818Z
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SUMMARY:Nature Based Writing with Write!
DESCRIPTION:Write! a monthly creative writing workshop\, led by Karl Drinkwater. Set aside the time to be creative in short\, inspirational burst\, at this special Goose themed session.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent InformationAll ages welcome.Bring along a pen and paper. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationFully accessible for wheelchair users including toilets\, disabled parking spaces available\, hearing loop in place.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/nature-based-writing-with-write/
LOCATION:The Stove Cafe\, 100 High Street\, Dumfries\, Scotland\, DG1 2BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="Write!":MAILTO:karl@karldrinkwater.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251002T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251002T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250916T194205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T194551Z
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SUMMARY:Artists Exchange Evening with Sculpture Placement Group
DESCRIPTION:Sculpture Placement Group (SPG) warmly invites you to an evening of exchange with local organisations\, charities\, and community groups in Dumfries who are keen to connect with artists and creatives. \n\n\n\nThis friendly “speed networking” style event offers a chance to introduce yourself and your work\, build meaningful connections\, and explore possibilities for future collaborations\, commissions\, or artwork loans.The event also marks the launch of the Loan Toolkit – our initiative connecting artists with organisations who want to borrow artwork. If you have sculptural work you’d like to make available for loan\, we encourage you to upload it to the Toolkit Catalogue in advance. Don’t work in sculpture? You’re still very welcome.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/artists-exchange-evening-with-sculpture-placement-group/
LOCATION:The Stove Cafe\, 100 High Street\, Dumfries\, Scotland\, DG1 2BJ\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sculpture Placement Group":MAILTO:info@sculptureplacementgroup.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251002T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251002T220000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T135211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T173317Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Mairi Campbell: Living Stone
DESCRIPTION:Living Stone is a distinctive blend of live music\, song and viola as well as striking visual art\, creating a rich\, multi-sensory experience highlighting the mystery and beauty of everyday life. \n\n\n\nThe journey begins with the discovery of the ancient mill stone on Mairi’s great-grandmother’s croft on the isle of Lismore. Mairi explores the stone’s stories and mysteries\, the images she finds within it and some of the 100 drawings she made of it. \n\n\n\nCo-created with director Kath Burlinson and composer Dave Gray. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFrom £6.00   Booking Essential
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/mairi-campbell-living-stone/
LOCATION:Stranraer Millennium Centre\, 75 George Street\, Stranraer\, DG9 7JP
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arts D&G":MAILTO:hello@artsdg.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251003T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251003T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250916T193731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T193817Z
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SUMMARY:Behavin? with The Stove
DESCRIPTION:The Stove’s regular–irregular variety night and open mic returns for the launch of Wild Goose Festival 2025. \n\n\n\nThis year’s theme is “Gone Wild” – and we’re calling on the region’s raw talent to bring the wild senses alive. Writers\, poets\, spoken word artists\, musicians\, clowns\, storytellers – and (one day\, surely) an acrobat – take to the stage at The Stove for a night of unpredictable brilliance. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHeadline Performance from Gone Native \n\n\n\nEdinburgh singer-songwriter duo\, Bobby Nicholson & Kevin Gore\, join us to perform a showcase of original and traditional songs of Scotland.Compered by Illusionist\, Magician\, and Master of Magical Revelry\, Ryan Stokes \n\n\n\nTo help us plan the night (and make sure we know how wild it’ll get!)\, we encourage you to sign up in advance to perform via the Eventbrite link below. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCome share your words\, your sounds\, your stories – or just soak up the wild energy. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationFully accessible for wheelchair users including toilets\, disabled parking spaces available\, hearing loop in place.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/behavin-with-the-stove/
LOCATION:The Stove Cafe\, 100 High Street\, Dumfries\, Scotland\, DG1 2BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Stove Network":MAILTO:info@thestove.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251003T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251003T220000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T142629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T142633Z
UID:3453-1759519800-1759528800@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Mairi Campbell: Living Stone
DESCRIPTION:Living Stone is a distinctive blend of live music\, song and viola as well as striking visual art\, creating a rich\, multi-sensory experience highlighting the mystery and beauty of everyday life. \n\n\n\nThe journey begins with the discovery of the ancient mill stone on Mairi’s great-grandmother’s croft on the isle of Lismore. Mairi explores the stone’s stories and mysteries\, the images she finds within it and some of the 100 drawings she made of it. \n\n\n\nCo-created with director Kath Burlinson and composer Dave Gray. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility Information Wheelchair accessible venue. Dedicated wheelchair space available to book through the Moffat Theatre website. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFrom £6.00   Booking Essential
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/mairi-campbell-living-stone-2/
LOCATION:Moffat Theatre\, Old Well Rd\, Moffat\, DG10 9AP
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251004T091500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251004T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T143615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T143620Z
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SUMMARY:Wild Goose Chase with Crichton Parkrun
DESCRIPTION:Join the flock on the wild goose chase at The Crichton. Take flight with the welcoming community on the fun\, and friendly weekly 5k. \n\n\n\nEvent InformationAll ages and abilities welcome.Register before your first Parkrun.Event sets off from The Crichton Memorial Church.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/wild-goose-chase-with-crichton-parkrun/
LOCATION:The Crichton\, Memorial Church\, Bankend Road\, Dumfries\, DG1 4UQ
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="Crichton Parkrun":MAILTO:crichton@parkrun.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251004T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T144049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T140540Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: River Water Testing & Invertebrate Count with Annan Harbour Action Group
DESCRIPTION:At this hands-on session\, you’ll help investigate the health of the River Annan by testing water quality and discovering the fascinating freshwater creatures that live below the surface. \n\n\n\nWith the help of friendly guides\, you’ll identify tiny invertebrates – important little indicators of how clean and healthy our river really is. You’ll learn how these creatures help us understand the bigger picture when it comes to protecting local wildlife and looking after our natural environment. \n\n\n\nIt’s a fun\, family-friendly activity that’s perfect for nature lovers\, budding scientists\, and curious minds of all ages. Come and explore the hidden world of our rivers\, and find out how you can make a difference. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationAccessible paths along the river. If you need any assistance\, please contact the Annan Harbour Action Group at 01461 758210 or ahagharbourofficer@gmail.com
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/river-water-testing-invertebrate-count-with-annan-harbour-action-group/
LOCATION:Everholm Park\, Battery Street\, Annan\, DG12 5AA
CATEGORIES:Goodbye to the Geese
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251007T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T144410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T144416Z
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SUMMARY:The Swan Woman Exhibition with Scottish International Storytelling Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come step into the mythic with Storyteller and artist Claire Hewitt who has created a series of images and felt pieces re-imagining a powerful traditional Finnish Story ‘The Swan Woman’Event InformationExhibition open daily 9am – 3pm\, closed Sunday \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationFully accessible for wheelchair users including toilets\, disabled parking spaces available\, hearing loop in place.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/the-swan-woman-exhibition-with-scottish-international-storytelling-festival/
LOCATION:The Stove Cafe\, 100 High Street\, Dumfries\, Scotland\, DG1 2BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish International Storytelling Festival":MAILTO:info@tracscotland.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251008T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251008T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T144739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T145011Z
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SUMMARY:Insights & Impacts from Waterbird Monitoring with Scottish Ornithologist Club
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers of the Scottish Ornithologist Club have been counting geese\, ducks\, waders and other waterbirds for decades; but has it helped us learn anything about them? Dr Teresa Frost\, BTO’s Head of Waterbird Monitoring\, explains how the Wetland Bird Survey\, the Goose and Swan Monitoring Programme and other surveys organised by BTO underpin waterbird research and conservation. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent InformationAll ages welcome. Children should be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationFully accessible for wheelchair users including toilets\, disabled parking spaces available\, hearing loop in place.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/insights-impacts-from-waterbird-monitoring-with-scottish-ornithologist-club/
LOCATION:Dumfries Baptist Church\, Gillbrae Rd\, Dumfries\, DG1 4EJ
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251009T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251009T163000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T145317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T145322Z
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SUMMARY:Insights & Impacts from Waterbird Monitoring with Scottish Ornithologists Club
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers of the Scottish Ornithologist Club have been counting geese\, ducks\, waders and other waterbirds for decades; but has it helped us learn anything about them? Dr Teresa Frost\, BTO’s Head of Waterbird Monitoring\, explains how the Wetland Bird Survey\, the Goose and Swan Monitoring Programme and other surveys organised by BTO underpin waterbird research and conservation. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent InformationAll ages welcome. Children should be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/insights-impacts-from-waterbird-monitoring-with-scottish-ornithologists-club/
LOCATION:Balmaclellan Village Hall\, 1 Murrayfield\, Balmaclellan\, Castle Douglas\, Scotland\, DG7 3QE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251010T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T145850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T145854Z
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SUMMARY:Reel to Real: Why Not Scotland? with The Stove
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to be hosting a screening Scotland:The Big Picture’s brand new feature-length documentary\, Why Not Scotland?\, which explores the Scottish landscape through the eyes of Flo\, a young Scot from Glasgow. Seeing the depleted state of nature across her own country\, Flo feels dispirited and\, like many of her generation\, increasingly fearful about an uncertain future. \n\n\n\nHowever\, on a journey around Europe\, Flo encounters a different story\, finding places where nature is making a dramatic comeback\, revitalising human communities. Encouraged by these stories of hope and renewal\, she is prompted to wonder: if this is possible elsewhere\, then why not Scotland? \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent InformationRecommended for aged 8+. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationFully accessible for wheelchair users including toilets\, disabled parking spaces available\, hearing loop in place.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/reel-to-real-why-not-scotland-with-the-stove/
LOCATION:The Stove Cafe\, 100 High Street\, Dumfries\, Scotland\, DG1 2BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Stove Network":MAILTO:info@thestove.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251011T091500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251011T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T150223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T150227Z
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SUMMARY:Wild Goose Chase with Crichton Parkrun
DESCRIPTION:Join the flock on the wild goose chase at The Crichton. Take flight with the welcoming community on the fun\, and friendly weekly 5k. \n\n\n\nEvent InformationAll ages and abilities welcome.Register before your first Parkrun.Event sets off from The Crichton Memorial Church.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/wild-goose-chase-with-crichton-parkrun-2/
LOCATION:The Crichton\, Memorial Church\, Bankend Road\, Dumfries\, DG1 4UQ
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="Crichton Parkrun":MAILTO:crichton@parkrun.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T150555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T222450Z
UID:3522-1760176800-1761926400@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Weirdy Geese & Halloween Trail with RSPB
DESCRIPTION:Strange sounds and creepy features\, explore the trail for spooky creatures! Follow our Halloween activity trail to create your own spell\, discover some mystery and magic about nature\, while creating your own potion! Who knows what weird and wonderful things you will experience? With some activities on mysterious facts about our special Barnacle Geese too. Mmwhaaaahhh!  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent InformationDrop in at any time between 10:00 – 16:00\, dailyFor ages 3+. All children must be accompanied by an adult.This is an outdoor event \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationFirm\, mostly surfaced path along route and garden. Distance: 1.2km \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n£3 Per Activity Pack   No Booking Required
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/weirdy-geese-halloween-trail-with-rspb/
LOCATION:RSPB Mersehead\, RSPB Mersehead Nature Reserve\, Southwick\, Dumfries\, DG2 8AH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="RSPB Mersehead":MAILTO:mersehead@rspb.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251011T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20251001T142209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T171420Z
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SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED: River Water Testing & Invertebrate Count with Annan Harbour Action Group
DESCRIPTION:At this hands-on session\, you’ll help investigate the health of the River Annan by testing water quality and discovering the fascinating freshwater creatures that live below the surface. \n\n\n\nWith the help of friendly guides\, you’ll identify tiny invertebrates – important little indicators of how clean and healthy our river really is. You’ll learn how these creatures help us understand the bigger picture when it comes to protecting local wildlife and looking after our natural environment. \n\n\n\nIt’s a fun\, family-friendly activity that’s perfect for nature lovers\, budding scientists\, and curious minds of all ages. Come and explore the hidden world of our rivers\, and find out how you can make a difference. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationAccessible paths along the river. If you need any assistance\, please contact the Annan Harbour Action Group at 01461 758210 or ahagharbourofficer@gmail.com
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/rescheduled-river-water-testing-invertebrate-count-with-annan-harbour-action-group/
LOCATION:Everholm Park\, Battery Street\, Annan\, DG12 5AA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251015T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251015T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250916T201034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T201037Z
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SUMMARY:Ryes & Shine with Doughlicious
DESCRIPTION:This month\, we’ll be gathering in true flock spirit; making bread side by side and tracing the flight path of grain from field to loaf. \n\n\n\nBring along your mixing bowl and a tea towel and join the gaggle as we rise together in laughter\, learning\, and loaves. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent InformationAll ages welcome. Children should be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationFully accessible for wheelchair users including toilets\, disabled parking spaces available\, hearing loop in place.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/ryes-shine-with-doughlicious/
LOCATION:The Stove Cafe\, 100 High Street\, Dumfries\, Scotland\, DG1 2BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="Doughlicious":MAILTO:doughliciousdumfries@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251017T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T154947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T051036Z
UID:3866-1760695200-1760716800@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Dispute with a Butterfly with Fibi Cowley
DESCRIPTION:Step into a soft\, sensory storytelling experience\, following the incredible journey of the Painted Lady Butterfly. Every year\, the Painted Lady Butterfly travels 9000 miles\, a journey which takes her all over the world\, and ensures the survival of the entire species. But no one individual could complete this alone\, it happens across five generations. Following this journey through puppetry\, participation and play\, we discover what we can learn from this incredible creature\, how important it is to learn from past generations\, and how we can all work together to make the world a better place. \n\n\n\nEvent InformationThe performance happens in a pop-up installation\, including a quilted floor mat and glowing lights. It’s for small groups of up to 10\, ages 7+. The performance is 15-20 minutes. Performances will take at 12:30pm\, 1:30pm and 2:30pm \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationFully accessible for wheelchair users – access via ramp.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/disput-with-a-butterfly-with-fibbi-cowley/
LOCATION:Wild Goose Festival Hub\, Dumfries & Galloway Carers Centre\, 2-6 Nith Street\, Dumfries\, DG1 2PW
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251017T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T160047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T160053Z
UID:3871-1760695200-1760716800@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Things with Strings with Fibi Cowley
DESCRIPTION:Join artist-educator Fibi Cowley for a hands-on day inspired by the work of Wael Shawky. Together\, we’ll create experimental ‘things on string’! By using colourful materials and found objects\, we will explore light\, transparency\, textures\, materials and playful shapes. \n\n\n\nThis workshop encourages children to build their own characters and bring them to life through storytelling. Designed for all children ages\, younger kids can enjoy creative material play\, while older children can dive deeper into character-building and narrative creation. \n\n\n\nEvent InformationWorkshops will take place throughout the day – in-between performances \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationFully accessible for wheelchair users – access via ramp.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/things-with-strings-with-fibi-cowley/
LOCATION:Wild Goose Festival Hub\, Dumfries & Galloway Carers Centre\, 2-6 Nith Street\, Dumfries\, DG1 2PW
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251017T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251017T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T215738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T234400Z
UID:3467-1760724000-1760733000@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:From Greenland to Galloways: Writing Wild Geese into the Climate Crisis with Climate Kitchen
DESCRIPTION:Join Climate Kitchen for a special Wild Goose Festival edition featuring Stephen Rutt and David Borthwick. Together\, they’ll lead a workshop exploring the Greenland white-fronted geese that winter in Dumfries & Galloway\, the extreme weather events that threaten them\, and their deep connections to climate. The session combines engaging talks with creative writing exercises. \n\n\n\nEvent InformationAll ages welcome. Children should be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationFully accessible for wheelchair users including toilets\, disabled parking spaces available\, hearing loop in place.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/from-greenland-to-galloways-writing-wild-geese-into-the-climate-crisis-with-climate-kitchen/
LOCATION:The Stove Cafe\, 100 High Street\, Dumfries\, Scotland\, DG1 2BJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="Climate Kitchen":MAILTO:hello@climatekitchen.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T100000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T220258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T220300Z
UID:3690-1760774400-1760781600@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Birdwatching Breakfast with WWT
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy breakfast at the Boathouse in Glencaple and learn about the geese of the Solway Firth with experts from WWT Caerlaverock and RSPB Mersehead. Watch as the geese use the river to navigate to their feeding grounds whilst you start the day. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent InformationWhilst the event is free\, you will have to pay for your chosen breakfastEvent is recommended for children 10+Children must be accompanied by an adultBook your place by contacting The Boathouse Glencaple \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationWheelchair accessible throughout \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFrom £7.25   Booking Required
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/birdwatching-breakfast-with-wwt/
LOCATION:The Boathouse\, Quayside\,\, Glencaple\, Dumfries\, DG1 4RE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="WWT Caerlaverock":MAILTO:info.caerlaverock@wwt.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T091500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T110000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250916T201316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T201450Z
UID:3487-1760778900-1760785200@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Wild Goose Chase with Crichton Parkrun
DESCRIPTION:Join the flock on the wild goose chase at The Crichton. Take flight with the welcoming community on the fun\, and friendly weekly 5k. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEvent InformationAll ages and abilities welcome.Register before your first Parkrun.Event sets off from The Crichton Memorial Church.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/wild-goose-chase-with-crichton-parkrun-4/
LOCATION:The Crichton\, Memorial Church\, Bankend Road\, Dumfries\, DG1 4UQ
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="Crichton Parkrun":MAILTO:crichton@parkrun.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250909T101523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T153541Z
UID:3561-1760781600-1760803200@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Wild Goose Festival Foragers: Footsteps From Home with Wild Kat Foraging
DESCRIPTION:The sound and sights of barnacle geese\, whitefronts and more have always heralded home to me so I am delighted to be involved in this year’s wild goose festival and on home turf too!We will spend between an hour and a half urban foraging\, starting from the festival hub in Dumfries\, where we will look into the surprising variety of things to forage along the way. Plantlore\, foraging for food\, medicine\, craft\, navigation and more will be the subject of the day but we can also use it to reflect on the subject of migration\, how this landscape and its flora and fauna may have been used by the historical inhabitants of this very town and its surroundings whether settling down or moving on. \n\n\n\nOnce we have finished our walk and talk it will be back to the festival hub where there will be the unique opportunity to create recipe cards with the inspiring illustrator and all round lovely artist Emily Tough. \n\n\n\nAccessibility info to come. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMy name is Kat\, I run Wild Kat Foraging\, and I am an all year\, life-long forager\, historic reenactor and sufferer (happily) of chronic wanderlust\, lover of wild places with a tendency to be found roaming off-grid in forests and mountains. \n\n\n\n\nI have a background in bushcraft and survival skills\, ranger-work\, remote conservations and am in the association of foragers. The most important thing though is that I love this world of foraging that we can never stop exploring and am happy to share what I have learned and invite you to as well. \n\n\n\nThere is a whole world of foraging and plantlore to explore!
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/wild-goose-festival-foragers-footsteps-from-home/
LOCATION:The Wild Goose Festival Hub\, Carers Centre\, Dumfries\, Dumfries & Galloway\, DG1 2PW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250916T145045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T151627Z
UID:3581-1760785200-1760792400@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Nature on the Nith with RSPB
DESCRIPTION:Join us on one of our walks along the river to explore our local wildlife! \n\n\n\nThere will be two walks of various lengths\, starting the Wild Goose Festival Hub. \n\n\n\n11am-1pm – longer walk option: A circular walk between Devorgilla Bridge and Troqueer Cycle Bridge\, starting upriver toward and then crossing Devorgilla (The Auld) Bridge\, before turning downriver towards Mill Green and Rosefield Mill\, then over Troqueer Cycle Bridge and returning via Dock Park and Dock Head.  \n\n\n\n2pm-3pm – shorter walk (wheelchair accessible) along river from Nith Street to Greensands and back) in search of wildlife that makes this place their home or uses the river to commute/migrate. Looking for water birds like Goosander\, Mallard\, Grey Heron or Kingfisher. Who knows\, maybe even Otter or a goose or two too!
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/nature-on-the-nith-with-rspb/
LOCATION:The Wild Goose Festival Hub\, Carers Centre\, Dumfries\, Dumfries & Galloway\, DG1 2PW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="RSPB Mersehead":MAILTO:mersehead@rspb.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250916T151118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T151124Z
UID:3576-1760785200-1760799600@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Collage Wild Recipe Cards with Emily Tough
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we will be using textured\, coloured paper to collage (think Eric Carle style\, The Hungry Caterpillar) to create illustrations for wild recipe cards. Our recipe cards will explain how you can use foraged plants for medicine\, food and navigation! \n\n\n\nOpen to anyone at any stage in their creative journey! You will be given lots of coloured\, textured paper\, a ‘plate’ base to work from\, some pre-cut out shapes and templates for reference. There will be scissors\, though ripping also works\, and glue. \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationFully accessible for wheelchair users – access via ramp. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEmily Tough is an artist\, illustrator and land worker based in Dumfries. Emily is the anchor to the collective We Agree On Eggs\, which works to create interesting and meaningful events which connects people to themselves and the world around them.  \n\n\n\n\nThis has taken on forms of publications\, workshops\, exhibitions\, and theatrical events. She is Justice team member at Propagate\, a member led organisation\, which works to build resilient food systems\, offering real solutions to the climate and cultural emergency.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/collage-wild-recipe-cards-with-emily-tough/
LOCATION:The Wild Goose Festival Hub\, Carers Centre\, Dumfries\, Dumfries & Galloway\, DG1 2PW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250915T223251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T234227Z
UID:3735-1760788800-1760803200@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Expo 2025 with Out of the Blueprint
DESCRIPTION:2025 marks 10 years of Out of the Blueprint. \n\n\n\nOut of the Blueprint is a Leith based riso studio\, which supports young artists under 25 through traineeships\, residencies\, workshops\, commissions and print projects. \n\n\n\nIn the summer of 2025\, the studio celebrated it’s 10th birthday with a special three week Print Expo\, featuring work from it’s four most recent resident artists\, as well as four brand new zine commissions and exclusive T-shirts designed and printed by 8 artists. \n\n\n\nOut of the Blueprint is delighted to bring a selection of work down to The Stove’s new riso room\, giving people a chance to see and be inspired by some of Scotland’s freshest young print artists working today. \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationFully accessible for wheelchair users including toilets.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/expo-2025-with-out-of-the-blueprint/
LOCATION:Print House\, 137 High Street\, Dumfries\, DG1 2BH
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="Out of the Blueprint":MAILTO:blueprint@outoftheblue.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250916T200653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T200656Z
UID:3592-1760792400-1760803200@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Sonic Youth with Dumfries Music Collective
DESCRIPTION:Sonic Youth is a free under 18’s open mic event\, showcasing talented young musicians in the region hosted by Dave Bass and Dumfries Music Collective (DMC). \n\n\n\nAll are welcome to perform so come and share your songs to a live\, supportive audience. \n\n\n\nAcoustic guitars are available should anyone need.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/sonic-youth-with-dumfries-music-collective/
LOCATION:The Wild Goose Festival Hub\, Carers Centre\, Dumfries\, Dumfries & Galloway\, DG1 2PW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250916T145224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T145226Z
UID:4006-1760796000-1760799600@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Nature on the Nith with RSPB
DESCRIPTION:Join us on one of our walks along the river to explore our local wildlife! \n\n\n\nThis will be a short walk along river (from Nith Street to Greensands and back) in search of wildlife that makes this place their home or uses the river to commute ormigrate. Looking for water birds like Goosander\, Mallard\, Grey Heron or Kingfisher. Who knows\, maybe even Otter or a goose or two too! \n\n\n\nEvent InformationThis is an outdoor event.Suitable for all ages (not early years). Children must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationWheelchair accessible\, utilising visual/audial senses.
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/nature-on-the-nith-with-rspb-2/
LOCATION:The Wild Goose Festival Hub\, Carers Centre\, Dumfries\, Dumfries & Galloway\, DG1 2PW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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ORGANIZER;CN="RSPB Mersehead":MAILTO:mersehead@rspb.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251018T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251018T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T233231
CREATED:20250916T033526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T232953Z
UID:3753-1760806800-1760814000@wildgoosefestival.scot
SUMMARY:Expo 2025 Opening Evening with Out of the Blueprint
DESCRIPTION:2025 marks 10 years of Out of the Blueprint. \n\n\n\nOut of the Blueprint is a Leith based riso studio\, which supports young artists under 25 through traineeships\, residencies\, workshops\, commissions and print projects. \n\n\n\nIn the summer of 2025\, the studio celebrated it’s 10th birthday with a special three week Print Expo\, featuring work from it’s four most recent resident artists\, as well as four brand new zine commissions and exclusive T-shirts designed and printed by 8 artists. \n\n\n\nOut of the Blueprint is delighted to bring a selection of work down to The Stove’s new riso room\, giving people a chance to see and be inspired by some of Scotland’s freshest young print artists working today. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAccessibility InformationFully accessible for wheelchair users including toilets
URL:https://wildgoosefestival.scot/event/expo-2025-opening-evening-with-out-of-the-blueprint/
LOCATION:Print House\, 137 High Street\, Dumfries\, DG1 2BH
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Festival 2025
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