Nature Events in Edinburgh in May 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
Tea and Talks
These tea and talk sessions deliver a series of small-scale talks from the RZSS team in the stunning setting of the Mansion House at Edinburgh Zoo.
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Arthur’s Secrets
Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Arthur’s Adventure
Come along on a more challenging guided walk to learn about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Arthur’s Amble
Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Birdsong at Hopetoun
Explore Hopetoun’s Grounds in full spring birdsong with our Ranger, Emma on 4th May, and discover more about the species you hear and some identification hints and tips.
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Dawn Chorus
Take an early-morning stroll with one of our rangers to experience one of nature's finest musical perfomances as Holyrood Park's bird-life bursts into song!
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Naming trees - Spring edition
Join Earth in Common on 11th May for an exciting morning of observing, learning together and paying attention to the trees around the Croft and the Links Park.
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The Book of Wild Flowers: In Conversation with Angie Lewin
Join illustrator Angie Lewin and author Christopher Stocks in conversation with Dovecot Director, Celia Joicey, to discuss The Book of Wild Flowers plus a last chance to see Andy Warhol: The Textiles!
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Wild Isles Live
Don't miss an unforgettable evening of natural wonder on the big screen at the Usher Hall on 16th May!
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World Bee Day at Lauriston Castle
Join John Jeffrey our resident Beekeeper at Lauriston Castle for a morning of creative fun exploring our buzzy friends and their importance in our environment.
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Forest Bathing Walk - Vogrie Country Park
This Forest Bathing Walk is a quiet, gentle and mindful experience where you are invited to slow down to the pace of nature and appreciate small moments of beauty and wonder that often pass us by.
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Nature Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Muddy Monsters Club
Muddy Monsters a nature club for 2-5 year olds ran by the Whitelee Countryside Rangers held every month between March and December!
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Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Little Oaks Dad’s Day
Enjoy a special “Dads Day” session of our Little Oaks Early Years Group, designed to help dads of young children meet and enjoy spending time outdoors together with their little ones!
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Friday Outdoor Learning Session - Pond Dipping!
Join St Andrews Botanic Garden’s hands-on outdoor learning and activities for families with primary-school aged children who take part in flexible schooling!
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Little Oaks Early Years Group
Join St Andrews Botanic Garden for their weekly Little Oaks Early Years group, every Tuesday at 10.30am!
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Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Glasgow Zine Fest: Life Hacks for the Chronically Sick
Come for a quiet morning outside in the garden to spend time with other people who experience fatigue.
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Dawn Chorus at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond
Catch one of nature's most beautiful experiences, the dawn chorus, at RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond on Saturday 11th May!
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Sensory Bluebell Walk
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of RSPB Loch Lomond and captivate your senses as you head out on a guided bluebell walk through this picturesque reserve!
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Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Woolly Weekend
See a shearer at work with Scottish Blackface sheep and enjoy wool-themed family crafts and activities at the Museum of Rural Life's annual Woolly Weekend!
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Badger Watch at Falls of Clyde
View badgers, bats and other nocturnal creatures on a Badger Watch event organised by the Falls of Clyde Rangers!
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Dawn Chorus at Baron’s Haugh
Catch one of nature's most beautiful experiences, the dawn chorus, at RSPB Baron's Haugh Nature Reserve on Saturday 11th May!
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Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Feel Good Festival: Love Your Weeds: Cyanotype & Foraging
Join Art and Earth Collective for a unique workshop at the Lochwinnoch Feel Good Festival that combines art-making with an educational foraging experience.
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Women Only Wildlife Walk
RSPB Lochwinnoch have created an evening walk for women which will be led by female staff and volunteers who will share their knowledge and enthusiasm for nature.
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Spring Super Spotter Scavenger Hunt
Explore the woodland trail and see how many items you can find on the Spectacular Spring Scavenger Hunt with your family at RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve!
READ MORENature Events in Stirling
Here's a selection of Nature Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Woodland Activity Leader Training Practical course
Get certified to lead or teach in nature – Start your adventure into outdoor education today!
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Canoe and Cliff Jumping
This is not for the faint hearted. Travel to the cliff by Canoe, explore the Buchanan Castle Cliffs on the loch and then take a deep breath and leap into the unknown!
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Half-day Foraging Instruction - East Loch Lomond
Join Emma from Curious In Nature for a half day of woodland and hedgerow foraging instruction at Beautiful Cashel Forest on east Loch Lomond.
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