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Rangers Service Guided Walks and Events

The Ranger Service runs a series of guided walks and events throughout the year. The events are fun and informal. They are designed to encourage care and enthusiasm for all aspects of wildlife, our natural and cultural heritage. They are open to all ages and abilities and no one is required to have expertise in any field.

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  • Otters & Apostles - Thursday 09/09/2010 09:00

  • Event: Wigtown and its stories

    When: Wednesday 15/09/2010 14:00
    Wigtown is not just about books! A gentle walk around the streets of Wigtown listening to stories about the places and people who live and lived there. This is a short walk at a gentle pace on pavements and is suitable for the less able and more talkative amongst you.

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  • Event: Toads and Toadstools of Earshaig Lochans

    When: Wednesday 15/09/2010 14:30
    A trip to Earshaig Lochans to identify some of the fungi growing in the woods, pathways and amongst the heather. Which are worth eating and which will land you in hospital?

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  • Event: Neilson's Monument, Barstobrick, Ringford

    When: Tuesday 21/09/2010 13:30
    You have all seen this pyramid shaped monument from the A75, now is your chance to see it close up and enjoy the beautiful surrounding countryside in the company of the local countryside ranger and Council archaeologist. Various aspects of natural history will be discussed along the way. This is in conjunction with Stewartry Walking for Health programme, all welcome.

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  • Event: Mushroom Magic

    When: Wednesday 22/09/2010 14:00
    Venturing into Jenny Noble's Gill Langholm, in the search of autumnal produce from the woodland floor. Learn how to ID the wild mushrooms we find along the way. Aimed at Beginners to the world of Fungi.

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  • Event: Toads and Toadstools of Earshaig Lochans

    When: Sunday 26/09/2010 14:30
    A trip to Earshaig Lochans to identify some of the fungi growing in the woods, pathways and amongst the heather. Which are worth eating and which will land you in hospital?

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