Download the 2009 Ranger Service Events Diary

The Ranger Service organises lots of events throughout the year, with the main Ranger events programme running from June to October. The walks are open to all, but children must be accompanied by an adult. The walks entered as 'Adult Walks' and 'Children's Walks' are aimed at a particular audience - all are welcome but please be aware that the content of the walk will reflect the intended audience.

Booking is only required on those walks that state BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Otherwise just turn up. Many of our walks are accessible for people with mobility difficulties or other disabilities or can be easily adapted. Please contact us in advance so we can advise you.

05 July 2009  - Water Vole Day
Come and learn more about how to find and help look after these rare mammals with the Cairngorms Water Vole Officer.
Time: 12.00 – 4.00pm
Meet: Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Charge: free

09 July 2009  - Mini Mammals
Kids' event. Discover the mini world of mice, moles, voles and more.
Time: 10.30am – 12.00noon
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
Charge: £1.00

10 July 2009  - Feeders and Homes
Drop in and join in. Make wildlife feeders and nestboxes.
Time: Drop in anytime between 2.00 – 4.00pm
Meet: Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Charge: Donations

14 July 2009  - Treasure Hunt
A family event searching for clues and treasure.
Time: 2.00pm – 3.30pm
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
Charge: Children £2

16 July 2009  - Wet and Wild
Kids' event. Discover the weird, watery world around the river.
Time: 10.30am – 12.00midday
Meet: Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Charge: Children £1.00

21 July 2009  - Mountain Flowers Walk
A walk to look at the flowers and plants of the uplands. Approx. 10 miles, but no steep hills. Booking recommended - phone 01796 481355 to book.
Time: 11.00am – 4.00pm
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
Charge: £5

23 July 2009  - Oh Deer
Kids' event. Discover the deer of Blair Atholl.
Time: 10.30am – 12.00midday
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
Charge: Children £1.00

28 July 2009  - Big Trees in Diana's Grove
Discover more about the tree giants of Blair Castle.
Time: 2.00pm – 3.00pm
Meet: Blair Castle Car Park, Blair Atholl
Charge: £1 and Castle grounds ticket

30 July 2009  - Tracktastic
Kids' event. Looking for tracks and signs that animals leave behind.
Time: 10.30am – 12.00 midday
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
Charge: Children £1.00

02 August 2009  - Fender Meadows
Explore the flowers, butterflies and bees of Glen Fender SSSI.
Time: 2.00 – 4.00pm
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
Charge: £2.00

04 August 2009  - Squirrel Feeder Workshop
Come and make your own squirrel feeder and learn more about red squirrels.
Time: 2.00 – 3.30pm
Meet: Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Charge: £5 per box

06 August 2009  - Bug World
Kids event. We look for bugs and beasties and things with lots of legs.
Time: 10.30am – 12.00 midday
Meet: Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl.
Charge: Children £1.00

11 August 2009  - Treasure Hunt
A family event searching for clues and treasure.
Time: 2.00 – 3.30pm.
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
Charge: Children £2

13 August 2009  - Squirrelly Scampers
Kids' event. Find out more about our treetop friends.
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
Charge: Children £1.00

18 August 2009  - Hedgehog Workshop
Come and make a hedgehog hibernation box for the winter. Not suitable for the under 8s.
Time: 2.00 – 3.30pm
Meet: Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl.
Charge: £5.00 per box

20 August 2009  - Wet and Wild
Kids' event. Discover the weird watery world around the river.
Time: 10.30am – 12.00midday
Meet: Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Charge: Children £1.00

25 August 2009  - Dusk Watch
We go searching for creatures of the night.
Time: 7.30pm – 9.30pm
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl.
Charge: Adults £2.00 Children £1.00

06 September 2009  - Fungi Walk
Fungi for beginners.
Time: 2.00pm – 3.30pm
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl. Charge: £2.00

16 September 2009  - Fungi Walk
Fungi for beginners.
Time: 2.00pm – 3.30pm
Meet: Logierait Woods Car Park. 1/2 mile north of Logierait on Dunfallandy road.
Charge: £2

22 September 2009  - Fungi Walk
Fungi for beginners.
Time: 2.00pm – 3.30pm
Meet: Cally Car Park, Dunkeld.
Charge: £2.00

11 October 2009  - Roaring Stags and Mountain Views
Climb some low hills with the ranger to get some excellent views of the high hills, and hopefully hear stags at their best. BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Phone 01796 481355 to book.
Time: 11.00am – 3.30pm
Charge: £6

14 October 2009  - Red Squirrel Walk
Come and look for our red squirrels and learn more about them.
Time: 2.00 – 3.30pm
Meet: Glen Tilt Car Park, by Blair Atholl
Charge: Adults: £2, Children: £1

18 October 2009  - Feeders and Homes
Help your local wildlife this winter. Drop in anytime.
Time: Drop in between 2.00 – 4.00pm
Meet: Atholl Estates Information Centre, Blair Atholl
Charge: Donations

25 October 2009  - Big Trees in Diana's Grove
Discover more about the tree giants of Blair Castle.
Time: 2.00pm – 3.00pm
Meet: Blair Castle Car Park, Blair Atholl
Charge: £1 and Castle grounds ticket