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SUMMARY:21 Days of Nature 2024
DESCRIPTION:Why not join our challenge to give nature a helping hand every day for 21 days from 10th – 30th June 2024? \nParticipants will be sent a daily email featuring a number of suggested actions for each day\, along with some inspiration and tips for taking action in your own neighbourhood. There’ll also have be a private space online\, where you can share your stories and pictures as well as interact with those posted by other participants.\nTo sign up\, please register at www.kindspring.org/challenge/join/2241/
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/21-days-of-nature-2024/
LOCATION:online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240609T140000
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SUMMARY:Make and Take - Tin Can Bug Hotels
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in to the cabin at Murton and decorate your own tin can bug hotel. Sessions will be 11am to 12pm and then 1pm to 2pm ona first come\, first served basis. You can then head off on to the nature reserve with a butterfly ID sheet to see if you can find any\, and your bug hotel to fill exactly how you want\, ready for all it’s little bug visitors.\nWhile you are in the cabin\, you will be able to look at photos of Murton taking it from quarry to the thriving nature reserve it is today. Whilst the focus of the bug hotel activity is for kids\, your walk with them to fill their bug hotel and the history of Murton will be for adults and children alike.
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/make-and-take-tin-can-bug-hotels/
LOCATION:Murton Trust for Education and the Environment\, Arbroath Road\, Forfar\, Angus\, DD8 2RZ
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Murton Trust":MAILTO:murtontrust@murtontrust.org.uk
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240609T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T151403Z
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SUMMARY:Rewilding Denmarkfield Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Come and learn about the work being done at this exciting local rewilding project! \nJoin us for a fun filled day celebrating three years of Rewilding Denmarkfield! Explore Denmarkfield’s rewilding project first-hand and learn about our efforts to restore native habitats and promote biodiversity. \nDiscover the rewilding interventions that have been created on the site during a guided tour. Find out about how you can with the get involved with the project\, and the ways in which Rewilding Denmarkfield is providing for the local community. Bring the family along for some fun activities for all ages\, and enjoy some delicious vegan refreshments courtesy of Syrian caterer Roba. \nSee you at the Rewilding Denmarkfield Open Day!
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/rewilding-denmarkfield-open-day/
LOCATION:Denmarkfield Allotments\, Denmarkfield Allotments\, Perth\, PH1 3EH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rewilding Denmarkfield":MAILTO:izzy@denmarkfield.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240609T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240609T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
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SUMMARY:FLS Open Day Glen Doll
DESCRIPTION:Come and see Forestry and Land Scotland at the Glen Doll Ranger Centre\, for an opportunity to find out more about our land management proposals and see what this could look like on the ground in the future. Drop-in anytime between 10am and 4pm to talk to staff and tell us what you think.
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/fls-open-day-glen-doll/
LOCATION:Glen Doll Ranger Base\, Glen Doll Ranger Base\, Kirriemuir\, Angus\, dd8 4rd\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240608T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240608T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T001804Z
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SUMMARY:Beaver Canoe Safari (Aberfeldy)
DESCRIPTION:This canoe safari takes place on a beautiful section of the River Tay near Aberfeldy. This is an ideal way to get close to wildlife with minimal disturbance and we usually see a variety of bird life as well as the local beaver lodge\, beaver trails\, evidence of feeding and hopefully the beavers themselves. \nMeeting in Aberfeldy around 6.30pm\, the Beaver Safari by Canoe includes canoeing guides\, your canoe\, buoyancy aid\, guiding by your wildlife guide and a wee beaver memento! \nPlease book directly with our canoeing partners Beyond Adventure on 01887 829202.
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/beaver-canoe-safari-aberfeldy/
LOCATION:Aberfeldy\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
CREATED:20240510T155309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T155309Z
UID:8454-1717844400-1717848000@www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk
SUMMARY:Interactive Gardening Workshop - at Nature Market (Perth)
DESCRIPTION:Butterfly Conservation wants to help more people connect with nature and support butterflies and moths in their local spaces. Wild Spaces aims to gives you hints and tips for making space for nature in your own gardens and local spaces. \nJoin our Perth Wild Spaces Project Officer for a “Gardening for Butterflies” workshop at the Perth Nature Market\, where we will show you how to make space for butterflies and moths as they complete their lifecycles in your gardens or community spaces. \nThis workshop is open to all and will be a family-friendly interactive workshop. Work as a family to plan your garden for butterflies! \nRSVP now to secure your spot and let’s grow together!
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/interactive-gardening-workshop-at-nature-market-perth/
LOCATION:Civic Hall\, 2 High Street\, Perth\, Civic Hall\, 2 High Street\, Perth\, PH1 5PH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
ORGANIZER;CN="Butterfly Conservation":MAILTO:snorrie@pkc.gov.uk
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240608T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
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SUMMARY:Angus Coastal Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a day trip to explore the best that the Angus coast can offer – beautiful beaches\, sea bird colonies\, coastal wildflowers\, the chance of seeing dolphins and traditional seaside fare for lunch (vegetarian & vegan options are available). \nMeeting at Monifieth train station at 10am\, we visit a number of the best locations along the coast to spot wildlife and enjoy some of the most beautiful beaches in Scotland. \nWhere we go depends on where the dolphins have recently been spotted – we are members of the Angus Cetacean Sightings Group so get regular updates – but it will be three or four of the following top wildlife sites – Monifieth Bay\, Easthaven Beach\, Seaton Cliffs and Auchmithie Beach\, along with a lunch stop in a popular local cafe. Each stop involves a guided wildlife walk to spot birds\, sea mammals\, wildflowers and appreciate the beautiful scenery. \nSpecies we expect to see (though not on every tour) include Puffin\, Gannet\, Eider Duck\, Fulmar\, Arctic tern\, Guillemot\, Razorbill\, Kittiwake\, Grey seal\, Common seal\, Bottlenose dolphin\, Sea campion\, Purple milk-vetch\, Northern marsh orchid\, Kidney vetch\, Burnet moth.
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/angus-coastal-tour-2/
LOCATION:Monifieth Station\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
ORGANIZER;CN="Perthshire Wildlife":MAILTO:perthshirewildlife@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240608T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
CREATED:20240510T112553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T112553Z
UID:8381-1717840800-1717855200@www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk
SUMMARY:Small Blue ID Workshop and Survey Day
DESCRIPTION:Come along to this FREE workshop to learn about the fascinating life cycle of one of Scotland’s rarest butterfly species and how you can help us conserve this wonderful butterfly. Join Caitlin\, Buglife Species on the Edge Conservation Officer\, to learn how to identify the Small Blue butterfly and how to survey both species and habitat. The workshop will be followed by a survey along the Seaton Cliffs. All under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear suitable clothing and bring a packed lunch. \nLocation: Workshop location will be in Arbroath\, venue TBC \nBooking will be advertised on the Buglife and Species on the Edge social media pages nearer the time\, or you can email caitlin.mcleod@buglife.org.uk \n• https://www.facebook.com/SpeciesontheEdge?locale=en_GB\n• https://www.facebook.com/buglife?locale=en_GB
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/small-blue-id-workshop-and-survey-day/
LOCATION:Arbroath
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Buglife / Species on the Edge":MAILTO:caitlin.mcleod@buglife.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240608T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
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UID:8201-1717840800-1717855200@www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk
SUMMARY:Dun Coillich Community Land Guided Walk - Symbiosis: Relationships In Nature
DESCRIPTION:This event is part of the Dun Coillich Summer Events programme. \nJoin our very own Richard Paul who will explain some of the weird and wonderful ways our species rely on each other for their survival. This guided walk will use Dùn Coillich to illustrate the complex range of relationships between animals\, plants\, fungi and their physical environments. How rocks become eagles and eagles become rocks. Set your watches to deep time. \nPlease note this walk will involve travelling over rough ground: sturdy walking shoes are recommended. For more information email: projectofficer@hpclt.org or visit www.hpclt.org \nAll Welcome. \nThis event is free for HPCLT members\, we are asking for a £5 donation for non-members. \nFor more information contact email: projectofficer@hpclt.org; call Heather on 07849268411; or visit www.hpclt.org
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/dun-coillich-community-land-guided-walk-symbiosis-relationships-in-nature/
LOCATION:Dun Coillich Community Land\, Glengoulandie\, Dunkeld\, PERTHSHIRE\, PH16 5NL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Perthshire Communities Land Trust":MAILTO:projectofficer@hpclt.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T154609Z
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SUMMARY:Community Garden Open Day (Kirriemuir)
DESCRIPTION:Our Action for Nature and Food & Growing volunteers are hosting a Summer Open Day at the Community Garden at St. Mary’s Field to coincide with Tayside Biodiversity Partnership‘s 25-year anniversary! \nWe are developing our Community Garden into a space where we grow climate-friendly food alongside nature\, and want to share our tranquil and productive space with you. \nIn 2020 we kicked off our food growing with a polytunnel\, potting shed and composting toilet\, and we’ve come a long way since then! Last year we added a huge wildlife pond to the garden\, and later a hibernaculum\, to support our many amphibian friends in the garden. We’ve also built huge composting bays to increase our capacity to create our own gardener’s gold! St. Mary’s Field is also home to our Outdoor Tots group\, who earlier this year developed their own exploration area in the garden with the help of many volunteers. \nEveryone is very welcome to come along to our Open Day to relax in the peaceful atmosphere of the garden. You will be able to try your hand at some nature-friendly activities and enjoy some tea and cake! Our volunteers will be on hand to share their knowledge and enthusiasm about a variety of wildlife species. Zoe\, our Food & Growing Project Officer\, will also be there to talk about how you can get involved with growing food\, flowers\, herbs and skills!
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/community-garden-open-day/
LOCATION:Sustainable Kirriemuir Community Garden\, St. Mary's Field\, West Hillbank\, Kirriemuir\, Angus\, DD8 4HX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sustainable Kirriemuir":MAILTO:info@sustainablekirriemuir.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240608T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
CREATED:20240425T141130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T141130Z
UID:7479-1717840800-1717851600@www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk
SUMMARY:Nature Market
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome to join us on Saturday 8th June 2024. 10am to 1pm at Civic Hall\, 2 High Street\, Perth. \nPK Climate Action will be hosting a summer market with a focus on biodiversity\, in collaboration with the Tayside Biodiversity Festival. Both the market and festival aim to inspire and inform people about the rich diversity of wildlife present in Perth and Kinross. Raising awareness about the importance of taking steps to increase biodiversity\, and how we can all act to help nature. The market will be a platform to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues. \nGuidance via the stalls\, workshops and tours (walking and cycling) will provide attendees with inspiration to take action at home\, in the garden\, in their community\, at work and at school. \nMore information can be found at https://www.pkclimateaction.co.uk/event/summer-market
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/nature-market/
LOCATION:Civic Hall\, 2 High Street\, Perth\, Civic Hall\, 2 High Street\, Perth\, PH1 5PH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Perth and Kinross Climate Action":MAILTO:climatechange@pkc.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240607T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
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SUMMARY:A Beach Clean for World Ocean Day
DESCRIPTION:Children from Aberlemno primary school will be visiting East Haven on Friday 7th June to learn more about how we need to look after the marine environment. They will undertake a beach clean and a survey for the Marine Conservation Society. (Private Event)
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/a-beach-clean-for-world-ocean-day/
LOCATION:East Haven\, East Haven community Gardens\, East Haven\, Scotland\, DD7 6LS
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="This is not a public event":MAILTO:contact@weststormontwoodlandgroup.scot
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240607T050000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240607T070000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
CREATED:20240420T143102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240420T143102Z
UID:7242-1717736400-1717743600@www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk
SUMMARY:Beaver Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a sunrise at Loch of the Lowes Wildlife Reserve for a morning of watching beavers\, osprey and other wildlife \nJoin the Perthshire Ranger for the magic of sunrise from the hide- with the chance to spot beavers\, observe the resident osprey family feeding their young and enjoy other wildlife on the loch. \nBring warm clothes\, your curiosity and plenty of questions. Telescopes and binoculars will be available for use. \nHot drinks and croissants from the renowned local ‘Arran Bakery’ will also be provided. \nBookable face-to-face events may be subject to change at short notice\, which will be communicated to attendees via email by the organiser. Please check your email in advance of attending events. \nPhoto credit: Jonny Rolt
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/beaver-breakfast/
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Scottish Wildlife Trust":MAILTO:perthshireranger@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240630
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
CREATED:20240507T180908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T105321Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Our Wildflowers and Wildlife Gardening – bee inspired by our books!
DESCRIPTION:Come into Loch Leven Community Library to find out more about our local wildlife!
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/celebrate-our-wildflowers-and-wildlife-gardening-bee-inspired-by-our-books/
LOCATION:Loch Leven Community Library\, Loch Leven Community Library\, Kinross\, Other\, KY13 8FQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240606T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240606T233000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
CREATED:20240509T172000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240525T181400Z
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SUMMARY:Half Day Beaver Safari
DESCRIPTION:This trip visits a wonderful location near Alyth where beavers have built a series of amazing dams and we can easily see how they have changed the surroundings to produce wildlife-rich wetlands. \nWe spend the first half of the evening on a walk to see all these changes in the environment and the second half sitting by the beaver pools\, watching the beavers swimming\, feeding\, grooming and even dam repairing if we are lucky! \nThis is a great trip to learn all about the history of beavers in Scotland\, their life story\, how they re-appeared in Perthshire and why they are so important to the ecology of our rivers and wetlands. We have a 95-100% success rate of seeing the beavers on this trip. \nThis is a great trip for families as everyone can collect their own beaver chips and beaver-chewed sticks! \nOther half day beaver safaris can be arranged on 13th\, 20th and 27th June.
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/half-day-beaver-safari/
LOCATION:Alyth\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
ORGANIZER;CN="Perthshire Wildlife":MAILTO:perthshirewildlife@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240606T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240606T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
CREATED:20240529T142413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T142413Z
UID:8744-1717680600-1717686000@www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk
SUMMARY:Cuckoo Bumblebees in the Cairngorms (online)
DESCRIPTION:Build on your bumblebee ID skills with this NESBReC online workshop by Annie Ives from Bumblebee Conservation Trust. \nScotland is home to five cuckoo bumblebee species\, but some are easier to identify than others! We’ll take a closer look at these elusive insects\, from their ecology to top tips on identification both in the field and under the microscope – there will be something for everyone! \nThis FREE online event will be hosted on Microsoft Teams.
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/cuckoo-bumblebees-in-the-cairngorms-online/
LOCATION:online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240606T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240606T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
CREATED:20240320T152748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240420T144847Z
UID:7041-1717664400-1717671600@www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wildflower Planting (PKC Biodiversity Ambassadors)
DESCRIPTION:Led by Alice Kenny\, Butterfly Conservation Wild Spaces. \nThe Perth & Kinross Council Biodiversity Ambassadors are staff within the local authority who champion nature in and out of work. They enjoy a programme of events ranging from training webinars and discussions to volunteering to plant trees and wildflowers\, and surveying and learning more about nature\, \nThis event is open to any PKC staff who would like to come along and lend a hand planting wildflower plugs in one of Perth’s first Green Graveyards. \nPre-booking essential – book via hannahwilson@pkc.gov.uk
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/wildflower-planting-pkc-biodiversity-ambassadors/
LOCATION:Greyfriars Graveyard\, Perth\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240605T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240605T230000
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SUMMARY:Riverbank Beaver Safari (Blairgowrie)
DESCRIPTION:Experience the evening wildlife on one of Perthshire’s loveliest rivers. \nWe meet you near Blairgowrie at dusk and take a short drive close to the river. We have a 15 minute walk to the water\, during which you will find out about the history of beavers in Scotland\, their life story\, how they re-appeared in Perthshire and why they are so important to the ecology of our rivers. We will do a bit of riverside foraging too. \nWe have seen beavers on 95-100% of these tours in recent years\, along with regular sightings of kingfishers and occasional otter appearances! \nThere will be other Riverbank Beaver Safaris on 7th and 8th June; 12th\, 14th and 15th June; 19th\, 21st and 22nd June; 26th\, 28th and 29th June – please check the Perthshire Wildlife website for more details.
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/riverbank-beaver-safari-blairgowrie/
LOCATION:Blairgowrie\, St Catherine's Centre\, George Street\,\, Blairgowrie\, Perthshire\, PH10 6EY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
ORGANIZER;CN="Perthshire Wildlife":MAILTO:perthshirewildlife@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240605T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240605T093000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
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SUMMARY:Birdsong Walk at Portmoak Moss
DESCRIPTION:Breakfast time bird walk led by expert Scott Paterson
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/birdsong-walk/
LOCATION:Portmoak Moss\, Scotlandwell\, KY13 9JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
ORGANIZER;CN="Stuart Garvie%2C Portmoak Community Woodland Group":MAILTO:f.sgarvie@talk21.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240602T103000
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SUMMARY:Bird Safari
DESCRIPTION:Grab your binoculars for a morning of bird watching in this local rewilding project. The safari will be led by Mike\, who has been monitoring the bird life at Rewilding Denmarkfield for three years\, and has a wealth of knowledge about the resident species. \nRewilding Denmarkfield is a 90 acre rewilding project just north of Perth\, working to help tackle the ecological and climate crises through habitat restoration and environmental education.
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/bird-safari/
LOCATION:Denmarkfield\, Luncarty\, Denmarkfield\, Luncarty\, PH1 3EH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240602T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240602T103000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
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UID:7662-1717318800-1717324200@www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk
SUMMARY:Rewilding Denmarkfield Bird Safari
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk around Denmarkfield to learn about the local bird life and discover more about the exciting rewilding project. This is the first of three wildlife safaris at Rewilding Denmarkfield this summer. \nGrab your binoculars for a morning of bird watching in this local rewilding project. The safari will be led by Mike\, who has been monitoring the bird life at Rewilding Denmarkfield for three years\, and has a wealth of knowledge about the resident species. \nWhile this rewilding project is still new\, there has been a dramatic increase in the numbers of birds on site over the past three years. During the safari\, you can learn more about the work being done at Rewilding Denmarkfield to restore native habitats. \nWhether you’re a seasoned bird watcher or just starting out\, this Bird Safari is perfect for nature enthusiasts of all levels. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and discover the beauty of Denmarkfield. \nFor more information please email izzy@denmarkfield.co.uk \nPlease note:\n– The walk will be on rough and uneven ground so sturdy footwear is recommended\n– If you have binoculars please bring them\, if you don’t there will be a few pairs to share among the group\n– The event will be weather dependent\, and may be cancelled in inclement weather conditions
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/rewilding-denmarkfield-bird-safari/
LOCATION:Denmarkfield Allotments\, Denmarkfield Allotments\, Perth\, PH1 3EH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rewilding Denmarkfield":MAILTO:izzy@denmarkfield.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240602T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240602T093000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
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SUMMARY:Birdsong Walk with Scott Paterson
DESCRIPTION:Bird expert\, Scott Paterson\, leads a walk for all the family to identify the many birds singing and calling in Portmoak Moss\, Scotlandwell\, KY13 9JA
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/birdsong-walk-with-scott-paterson/
LOCATION:Portmoak Moss\, Scotlandwell\, KY13 9JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
ORGANIZER;CN="Stuart Garvie":MAILTO:stuart Garvie
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240601T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240630T230000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
CREATED:20240505T222140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240505T222140Z
UID:7820-1717273800-1719788400@www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk
SUMMARY:Stanley Swift Project
DESCRIPTION:Our Scottish-born swifts are only with us for three months each year. After a journey of up to 6\,000 mile from equatorial and southern Africa\, they return to their chosen nests in Scotland in early May and head south to Africa again in August. Their nest sites here are at constant danger of being lost so we need to find out where they are to help safeguard them for the future. \nCome and join our volunteers as they carry out surveys of swift nesting sites and flying swifts across Stanley village throughout the month of June. We don’t necessarily plan far in advance as we go out on evenings when the weather is suitable\, usually in the couple of hours before dusk. Contact us at stanleyswiftproject@gmail.com if you’d like to arrange to come out with us one evening and see what is involved.
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/stanley-swift-project/
LOCATION:Stanley – meeting place to be agreed\, Perthshire
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stanley Swift Project":MAILTO:stanleyswiftproject@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240601T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240601T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
CREATED:20240429T152527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T152527Z
UID:7320-1717239600-1717250400@www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wildflower Wander at Glen Doll
DESCRIPTION:Join our ranger on the 1st of June to walk along the Dounalt path to the bridge and hunt out some wildflowers! A slow and gentle incline to a lunch spot that will hopefully be in wildflower bloom. However\, if the flowers aren’t with us the incredible views of the hills and mountains will bring the beauty! The walk will be one way and allow for walkers to continue on Jocks road up to Davy’s Bourach or further afield\, otherwise attendees are welcome to head back to the base with the ranger! Please wear all weather clothing\, sturdy boots and bring a packed lunch and lots of water!
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/wildflower-wander-at-glen-doll/
LOCATION:Glen Doll Ranger Base\, Glen Doll Ranger Base\, Kirriemuir\, Angus\, dd8 4rd\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="ANGUSalive Ranger Service":MAILTO:Monikiecountrypark@angusalive.scot
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240601T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240601T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
CREATED:20240509T161113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T175943Z
UID:8192-1717236000-1717246800@www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk
SUMMARY:Dun Coillich Community Land: Mindful Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a gentle guided mindful walk across Dun Coillich\, led by our Project Officer and walk leader Vicky Bickerstaff. \nWalking is a movement we do every day but we’re often unaware of it. Being outside and deliberately walking in nature allows time away and from our indoor/ media world. \nExposure to nature and green spaces has been proven to be a successful antidote to our often stressful lives. By combining mindfulness into our movements helps to promote a more immersive opportunity that can both improve physical and emotional wellbeing. \nThis event is part of the Dun Coillich Summer Event programme. For more information contact email: projectofficer@hpclt.org; call Heather on 07849268411; or visit www.hpclt.org. \nThis is a free event for HPCLT Members\, £5 suggested donation for others. To join the trust visit www.hpclt.org/support-us
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/dun-coillich-community-land-mindful-walk/
LOCATION:Dun Coillich Community Land\, Glengoulandie\, Dunkeld\, PERTHSHIRE\, PH16 5NL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Highland Perthshire Communities Land Trust":MAILTO:projectofficer@hpclt.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240601T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240601T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
CREATED:20240501T181809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T181809Z
UID:7684-1717236000-1717243200@www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk
SUMMARY:Live Video Pen and Ink Drawing Workshop to support Butterfly Conservation
DESCRIPTION:Fancy learning how to carve and use your own bamboo pen from the comfort of your own home\, create your own beautiful illustrations with ease\, and raise money for charity all in one fell swoop? \nThe focus of this exciting live online drawing class\, held on 1st June 2024 at 10am\, will be an inky Peacock butterfly sat on top of a Buddleja bloom. You’ll receive a craft kit in the post with all the materials one week prior to the workshop\, so when the live class begins you’ll have everything you need. The full lesson will include a step-by-step of how to hand-carve your own bamboo pen\, drawing exercises including mark-making\, colour mixing and illustrative techniques\, and then a guided final piece on a ready-prepared greeting card of the peacock and buddleja as shown in the image. \nIn your kit you will receive two blank watercolour greeting cards and eco envelopes\, so you can try your hand at creating the same design twice\, or making your own second design! Don’t worry if you can’t make it on the day\, the session will be recorded for you to enjoy in your own time afterwards. The craft kit will include a ready-made bamboo pen\, powdered inks\, a £5 voucher for katemoby.com\, two luxury blank greeting cards with envelopes\, and all practice papers and reference materials. Suitable for ages 7+. \n£10 of the ticket price goes straight to Butterfly Conservation\, so you can learn a new skill whilst raising crucial funds to help butterflies and moths in decline in the UK.
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/live-video-pen-and-ink-drawing-workshop-to-support-butterfly-conservation/
LOCATION:online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kate Moby Design Studio":MAILTO:hello@katemoby.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240602
DTSTAMP:20260419T024848
CREATED:20240515T092020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T092020Z
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SUMMARY:Discovery Day: Exploring Deserts
DESCRIPTION:The Royal Scottish Geographical Society is offering a specially curated tour around the Fair Maid’s House in Perth about the very best of desert exploration. Expect to hear stories of adventure drawn from RSGS archives related to some of the greats of desert exploration. \nDuring every tour you’ll hear from four speakers: \nFrom Desert Dunes to Perth: RSGS Chief Executive Mike Robinson sets the scene and introduces the event and offers a brief history of RSGS’s connection to desert exploration. \nExploring the Heart of Arabia: Former Director of Outward Bound Oman\, Mark Evans will reflect on his 49 day crossing of the Rub Al Khali\, the largest sand desert on earth. \nDelineating Deserts: RSGS Collections Team shares stunning examples of 19th-20th Century maps revealing the then knowledge of the world’s deserts; full of riveting details\, and the result of ground survey by intrepid explorers. \nA Look into the Archive: RSGS Writer in Residence\, Jo Woolf looks at desert explorers who visited RSGS as guest speakers and medal recipients. The travels of people such as Bertram Thomas and Mildred Cable will be examined in detail through original items in RSGS’s archives. \nTickets are available for tours at:\n11am – 1pm\n12pm – 2pm\n1:30pm – 3:30pm\n2:30pm – 4:30pm
URL:https://www.taysidebiodiversity.co.uk/event/discovery-day-exploring-deserts/
LOCATION:Fair Maid’s House\, 15-19 North Port\, Perth\, Perthshire\, PH1 5LU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tayside Biodiversity Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal Scottish Geographical Society":MAILTO:enquiries@rsgs.org
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