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  • Bird Ringing Demo

    Bird Ringing Demo

    Join licensed bird ringer Gary Clewley and the North Solway Ringing Group as they ring a range of small birds. See the birds up close and learn why bird ringing is important for research. Please note, this event may be postponed if the weather conditions are not suitable. Event Type: Outdoor  The cost of this…

  • Autumn Discovery Walk at Mersehead

    Autumn Discovery Walk at Mersehead

    RSPB Scotland Discover some of the amazing wildlife looked after on this farm. As the season changes, so too do the habitats and special creatures found here – with lush greens turning to golds, reds and browns and flocks of geese, ducks and wading birds arriving in massive numbers. These walks will give you a…

  • Goose Roost on Sandflats Walk at Mersehead

    Goose Roost on Sandflats Walk at Mersehead

    RSPB Scotland Some of the greatest spectacles of nature take place at dusk. Join our guide to enjoy Svalbard barnacle geese descending on the sandflat and reserve to roost. ¾mile/1.3km walk down to the shore, to view geese as they fly over onto the sandflats. There may be some standing around for a while once…

  • Family Fun at the Wig

    Family Fun at the Wig

    GSA Biosphere & Kirkcolm Community Trust In winter Loch Ryan attracts wintering birds such as geese, ducks, swans and waders. Join the GSA Biosphere Community and Education team at Kirkcolm Community Hub, for an afternoon walk to the Wig to see the wintering birds, do scavenger hunts and play games on the beach. We will…

  • Stories & Song from Ireland

    Stories & Song from Ireland

    Scottish International Storytelling Festival In Ireland it was and still is the custom to combine stories with music, and many musicians carried stories along with the tunes. In this relaxed session, storyteller Nuala Hayes and musician Aoife Granville share stories and music inspired by Irish people and places they know and love.  

  • History of The River Nith

    History of The River Nith

    Explore the history of the River Nith through objects in the museum collection. The oldest logboat in Scotland, a Roman anchor and more will feature in this wide ranging talk that focuses on the history of the river and the material culture left behind. Fully illustrated with photographs and paintings. You will also be able…

  • Optics Demonstration

    Optics Demonstration

    WWT Caerlaverock (with Viking and Swarovski) Interested in a new pair of binoculars or a telescope? Optics greatly enhance your experience of watching geese and other birds, helping you see the stunning plumage and watch their fascinating behaviour. Experts from Swarovski and Viking are visiting WWT Caerlaverock to demonstrate and sell a range of optics.…

  • The History of Halloween with Museum Curator Judith Hewitt

    The History of Halloween with Museum Curator Judith Hewitt

    Discover the true history of Halloween including the role of Robert Burns and Scotland in its development. Is Halloween Christian or Pagan? Is it European or American? Is it commercial or spiritual? This talk will explore the real history of Halloween in all its brilliant complexity. Judith Hewitt is Museums Curator for the East of…

  • Dawn Flight – WWT Caerlaverock

    Dawn Flight – WWT Caerlaverock

    Greet the dawn with the spectacular flight of the barnacle geese departing the reserve as the sun comes up.  These 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…

  • Whisky Tasting with Glengoyne Distillery

    Whisky Tasting with Glengoyne Distillery

    Experts from Glengyone Distillery will talk you through their range of whiskies while you sample them in the comfort of our visitor centre.  This means you can try before you buy from the range in our shop! Event Type: Indoor Accessibility Details: Step free access to visitor centre Event Capacity: n/a Age Restriction: Over 18s…

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