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| Bumblebee ID | Saturday 1st July, 10.30 to 4pm, Astbury Visitors Centre |
Part of Developing Your 'Natural Know-how' Trainer: Carl Clee This workshop is open to anyone interested in entomology. It provides an introduction to the ecology and biology of bumblebee species and will be comprised of an indoor session and an outdoor session to observe the species’ and practice basic field identification skills. The indoor session will include information on bumblebee conservation and the future of bumblebees. (CWT) |
| Arts in the Forest Day |
Sunday 2nd July, 11.00am - 4.00pm, Trentabank Visitor Centre area, Macclesfield Forest |
Bollin Valley Rangers will be just one of the groups sharing their skills with visitors in this hands-on day. Don’t be put off if you don’t consider yourself ‘artistic’; the event will have something for everyone including music, drama, dance, spoken word, drumming, sculpture as well as the visual arts. |
| Herbal Walk |
Sunday 2nd July, 2.00pm, Marbury Country Park | There’s more to herbs than parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme! The second of our herbal walks this year highlights the medicinal properties of trees plus a chance to sample more herbal tea. For further details contact Natalia Kerkham on 01925 860664 |
| Wildflower Walks | Wednesday 5th July, 7pm, Caldy Nature Park | Join Martyn Stead and the Friends of Caldy Nature Park for a gentle evening stroll around the valley to see what is in flower. Meet in the car park on Caldy Valley Road. For further details contact Jonathan Barritt on 01244 324778. |
| Flowers in the Grass | Wednesday 5th July, Dane-in-Shaw Pasture |
An early evening stroll around Dane-in-Shaw Pasture Site of Special Scientific Interest looking at the flowers found in a summer meadow and hearing of some of their uses past and present. Booking essential, please contact Cal Sherratt on 01260 297237 |
| Pond Skaters and Water Scorpions | Thursday 6th July, Weaver Parkway |
Spend an afternoon pond dipping with the rangers and discover the hidden world of the pond. Over 8’s only please. Booking essential, please contact Tony Blackledge or Richard Snow on 01606 593133 |
| Storytelling Goes Underground | Saturday 8th July, 2:30pm for 3pm (also runs Saturday 12th August, Saturday 9th September) |
Come and hear some amazing stories in spectacular surroundings! |
| Gristone Trail Guided Walks | Saturday 8th July Teggs Nose to Disley, 17km/10 miles) | Walk the Gritstone Trail over three days and sample some of the finest walking in Cheshire from Disley to Kidsgrove. The walks will be led by rangers from Macclesfield Borough Council, Cheshire County Council and Peak District National Park. Bring packed lunch, boots and waterproofs. The cost of return transport each day is £13.50. Booking essential, phone 01625 504505. |
| Wild flower ID - Summer meadow | Saturday 8th July, 10.30 to 4pm, Swettenham Meadows |
Part of Developing Your 'Natural Know-how' Trainer: Liz Blackman This workshop will comprise of both indoor and outdoor sessions. Learn to identify the summer flowers of Swettenham Meadows. This identification workshop will be conducted at a level suitable for a Phase I Habitat Survey. (CWT) |
| Teddy Bears’ Picnic | Sunday 9th July, Rivacre Valley LNR, Ellesmere Port |
Join the Rangers for some fun and games with your teddy. Please bring a picnic. Booking essential, please phone the Rangers on 0151 357 1991 |
| Folklore of Trees | Sunday 16th July, Wirral Country Park |
A circular guided walk around Willaston, looking at the myths and legends surrounding our trees. Booking essential, please contact Saul Burton on 0151 327 5145 |
| Tree Identification | Sunday 16th July, Stanney Woods, Ellesmere Port |
A beginner’s guide to identifying trees in the summer time. Booking essential, please phone Justin Dyke on 0151 357 1991 |
| Marbury Swimming Pool Summer Festival | Sunday 16th July, Marbury Swimming Pool |
An opportunity to have a swim and enjoy these glorious surroundings with a barbeque on offer. For further details contact Jeni Doull on 01606 782957 or go to www.marburypool.info/ |
| Northwich Community Woodlands Exploration! | Sunday 16th, July, 2.00pm, Marbury Country Park | Join the Ranger on this guided walk around the Northwich Community Woodlands as part of Sport Relief with the flora, fauna and management of the site explained as we go. For further details contact Chris Moseley on 01606 77741 |
| Water voles survey workshop | Sunday 16th July,10.30 to 4pm, Chester Zoo |
Part of Developing Your 'Natural Know-how' Trainer: Dr Elizabeth Barratt Learn about the biology, ecology and habitats of water voles. Develop the skills to identify the signs of water voles in their natural environment. With both indoor and outdoor sessions this workshop is aimed at beginners or anyone interested in the water vole. (CWT) |
| Railroad and Coastlines Wander | Saturday 22nd July, Neston | A 5 mile/8km wander around the pathways and lanes of Neston and neighbouring villages. Booking essential, please contact Andy James on 0151 357 1991 |
| Guided Walk | Saturday 22nd July, Little Budworth Country Park |
Join the Ranger for a gentle stroll around Little Budworth Country Park, a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Along the way we’ll look out for some of the flora and fauna of the park, and explore the rare lowland heathland habitat. Booking essential, please contact Lee Thompson on 01606 301484 |
| Forest Fever Fortnight | Saturday 22nd July - Sunday 6th August |
The Mersey Forest’s annual festival is the best time to find out how much local woodlands have to offer. Why not go for a forest walk, take a cycle ride or get involved in an art, craft or music event? There will be over 100 different activities within The Forest, leaflet available June 2006. Contact Jo Sayers 01925 816217 or go to www.merseyforest.org.uk/ |
| Post 2 Post | Sunday 23rd July, Marbury Country Park | Have a go at orienteering at Marbury Country Park under the guidance of the Ranger. Suitable for all ages and abilities. Booking essential, please contact Pete Schofield on 01606 77741 |
| Ragwort Wonders |
Wednesday 26th July, Ashton’s & Neumann’s Flash |
Learn more about this fascinating plant and get involved with practical conservation around Ashton’s & Neumann’s Flash. Over 12s only please. Booking essential, please contact Steph Hefferan on 01606 77741 |
| Herbal Walk - Medicine or Magic? |
Saturday 29th July, 2.00pm, Anderton Nature Park | Our medical herbalist will introduce you to the magical side of herbs. Superstition or genuine cure? You decide, and try more herbal tea! For further details contact Natalia Kerkham on 01925 860664 |
| Moth night | Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th July, 8pm and 10.30am, Cholmondeley |
Part of Developing Your 'Natural Know-how' Trainer: Shane Farrell Learn how to catch and identify moths in the field. This workshop provides an introduction to the ecology, biology and habitat requirements of moth species and will be comprised of an indoor session and an outdoor session to trap and observe the species and practice basic field identification skills. This workshop is open to anyone interested in entomology. (CWT) |
With thanks for information from Cheshire Wildlife Trust (CWT) , rECOrd, Cheshire County Council (CCC), Cheshire Landscape Trust (CLT), National Trust (NT)
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