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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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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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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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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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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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