http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/ en BCahn@nottswt.co.uk Copyright 2012 2012-08-30T11:10:45+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/beeston-wildlife-group-walk8/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/beeston-wildlife-group-walk8/#When:09:17:11Z Join the Beeston Wildlife Group for a guided walk around the picturesque Attenborough Nature Reserve. 10am – 1pm. Meet at the Nature Reserve car park, Barton Lane. Contact: Bill Wheatley 0115 925 0208 or Nigel Slater 0115 916 6518. Attenborough, Guided Walk 2012-05-19T09:17:11+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/ruddington-spring-fair3/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/ruddington-spring-fair3/#When:09:18:19Z An opportunity to buy plants, books and homemade cakes, and raise funds for Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust. 10am - 12 noon at St. Peter’s Rooms in Ruddington, opposite the church. Contact: Gordon Dyne 0115 878 4842 Family Event 2012-05-19T09:18:19+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/wild-spring/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/wild-spring/#When:09:20:13Z Join us for a fun family day at Attenborough Nature Reserve with a nature walk, help with bird ID in the hides, drop-in activities for the children, information and displays about composting, a plant stall and much more! Discounts on selected Harrison’s wild bird products will be available on the day. Walk at 10.30am, drop-in activities 11am – 3pm. A small charge may be made for some activities. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Family Event 2012-05-20T09:20:13+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/bird-walk2/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/bird-walk2/#When:09:22:16Z Join Lound Bird Club for a walk around the Idle Valley Nature Reserve to see what birds you can spot. 10am – 12.30pm. Please bring your binoculars. Booking essential. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Guided Walk 2012-05-20T09:22:16+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/barn-building/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/barn-building/#When:09:38:00Z Join Peter Lees (greenwood specialist), for a 6 day course in Gamston Wood and learn how to build a barn. 10am – 4pm each day. Early booking essential as places limited. £150 per person. Continues 22 & 23 May, 18 - 20 June. Contact: Rob Atkinson 01777 713 943 Gamston Wood, Rural Crafts & Skills 2012-05-21T09:38:00+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/walking-for-health/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/walking-for-health/#When:09:46:53Z Get active whilst enjoying the wonderful scenery and wildlife of Attenborough Nature Reserve. Suitable for all levels. No dogs please. 10.30am – 12 noon. Meet at the Nature Centre. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Health Walk 2012-05-22T09:46:53+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/netherfield-lagoons1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/netherfield-lagoons1/#When:09:49:42Z Join members of the Gedling Local Group for a walk around this wildlife haven to be led by Pete Smith and starting at 5.15pm. Meet at the end of Victoria Road by Rossi’s Warehouse. Contact: Gay Wood 0115 920 5940 Guided Walk 2012-05-24T09:49:42+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/wildlife-gardening-festival/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/wildlife-gardening-festival/#When:09:51:09Z A session at the Idle Valley Nature Reserve for everyone with an interest in improving your garden for wildlife. There will be workshops for adults and children, the opportunity to do some planting, plant sales, a great garden shed tool exchange, and a quiz. 10.30am – 3pm. Free entrance with a £5 donation for some activities. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Family Event 2012-05-26T09:51:09+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/portland-park-health-walk71/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/portland-park-health-walk71/#When:09:54:09Z Get active and make some new friends by joining us for a short healthy walk, starting from Portland Park, Kirkby-in-Ashfield. The walk will last up to an hour and is suitable for all levels. No need to book. Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome. Meet at 10am at the Visitor Centre, Lindley’s Lane. Contact: Karen Bennett 07974 973 598 Health Walk 2012-05-26T09:54:09+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/rustic-ladder-back-chair-workshop7/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/rustic-ladder-back-chair-workshop7/#When:09:57:06Z A two-day course with local craftsman Ray Lister. Using hazel and ash from the coppice management within Treswell Wood, you will learn, step-by-step, how to make this charming piece of furniture, and by the end of the course you will have completed your first chair. 10am – 3pm. £80 per person. Meet at the craftsmen sheds in Treswell Wood. Please bring packed lunch; tea and coffee provided. Booking essential. Continues on 27 May. Contact: Samantha 07791 544 061 Treswell Wood, Rural Crafts & Skills 2012-05-26T09:57:06+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/tiny-tots-idle-valley111/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/tiny-tots-idle-valley111/#When:09:36:39Z Parent and toddler sessions exploring the outdoors at Idle Valley Nature Reserve. Suitable for 2 to 4 year olds. 10am – 11.30am. Suggested donation £4 per child. Please book in advance as numbers are limited. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Children's Activity 2012-05-30T09:36:39+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/moth-watch/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/moth-watch/#When:10:04:56Z Join members of South Notts Local Group at Cotgrave Country Park and discover more about these beautiful and fascinating insects. From 10pm until late. Meet at Holygate car park. If the weather is poor, this will be postponed until the following evening. Contact: Neil Pinder 07981 928 402 Moth Watch 2012-06-01T10:04:56+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/attenborough-health-walk-broxtowe-walking-festival/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/attenborough-health-walk-broxtowe-walking-festival/#When:10:07:41Z Get active and make some new friends by joining us for a short healthy walk for up to an hour around the beautiful Attenborough Nature Reserve. Suitable for beginners.  No need to book. Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. No dogs please. Meet at the Nature Centre for a 10am start. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Health Walk 2012-06-02T10:07:41+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/wild-kids-hemlock-happening/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/wild-kids-hemlock-happening/#When:10:10:49Z Join the team from Attenborough at the Hemlock Happening in Bramcote Park for a minibeast hunt and some craft activities.  After seeing us and the other exhibitors on the field why not stay and enjoy some live performances of dance and music in the evening? Drop in between 1pm and 5pm. For more details about this event go to: http://www.hemlockhappening.org Children's Activity 2012-06-02T10:10:49+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/an-introduction-to-the-world-of-wildlife-photography91/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/an-introduction-to-the-world-of-wildlife-photography91/#When:10:12:10Z This exciting activity gives you a rare chance to try your hand at photographing some of the abundant wildlife here at Attenborough Nature Reserve. The session will include a briefing from an expert instructor, a supervised session in one of our hides, and a chance to use some professional camera equipment, as well as some tips on getting the most from your camera. Afterwards you will be able to take your images home on a CD. Suitable for beginners. 8am – 10.30am. £35 per person. Please book in advance. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Training Course 2012-06-02T10:12:10+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/rustic-stool-workshop5/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/rustic-stool-workshop5/#When:10:13:55Z A one-day course with local craftsman Ray Lister. Using hazel and ash from the coppice management within Treswell Wood, you will learn, step-by-step, how to make a charming rustic stool to take home at the end of the day. 10am – 3pm. £40 per person. Meet at the craftsmen sheds in Treswell Wood. Please bring packed lunch; tea and coffee provided. Booking essential. Contact: Samantha 07791 544 061 Treswell Wood, Rural Crafts & Skills 2012-06-02T10:13:55+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/butterflies-at-cotgrave-country-park/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/butterflies-at-cotgrave-country-park/#When:10:15:56Z A good time of year to discover more about late spring/early summer butterflies with this walk around the Country Park with members of the South Notts Local Group. 10am - 3pm. Meet at Holygate car park. If the weather is poor this will be postponed until the following day. Contact: Neil Pinder 07981 928 402 Guided Walk 2012-06-02T10:15:56+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/attenborough-nature-walk22/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/attenborough-nature-walk22/#When:10:18:09Z Find out about wildlife at Attenborough Nature Reserve by joining some of the wardens for a walk around the Reserve.  No need to book. Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. No dogs please. Meet at the Nature Centre for a 10.30am start. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Guided Walk 2012-06-03T10:18:09+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/wilwell-farm-cutting-open-day2/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/wilwell-farm-cutting-open-day2/#When:10:19:47Z Learn more about the wide range of beautiful wild flowers that bloom on the reserve. 10am – 4pm. The reserve is on the B680 between Ruddington and Wilford - parking by the ring road bridge. Contact: Gordon Dyne 0115 878 4842. Wilwell Farm Cutting, Reserve Open Day 2012-06-03T10:19:47+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/beautiful-bugs/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/beautiful-bugs/#When:10:21:53Z Come and join us exploring bugs in Treswell Wood. Make your own bug from clay to take home. Suitable for 7-12 year olds. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. 10.30am – 12 noon. Suggested donation £2 per child. Please book in advance. Contact: Rick Berry 01777 713 940 Treswell Wood, Children's Activity 2012-06-06T10:21:53+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/half-term-holiday-club-watery-wildlife/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/half-term-holiday-club-watery-wildlife/#When:11:13:38Z Come along and join us for some fun-filled games and activities about the amazing wildlife that lives on or near the water at Attenborough. Suitable for children aged 4 and over. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please book in advance. 10.15am – 12.15pm. £5 per child, £1 discount for more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-06-07T11:13:38+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/photography-workshop/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/photography-workshop/#When:11:15:52Z Learn how to photograph small mammals at this workshop to be held at the Idle Valley Nature Reserve. 1pm – 3pm. Suggested donation £3 per person. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Training Course 2012-06-07T11:15:52+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/half-term-holiday-club-watery-wildlife1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/half-term-holiday-club-watery-wildlife1/#When:11:17:25Z Come along and join us for some fun-filled games and activities about the amazing wildlife that live on or near the water at Attenborough. Suitable for children aged 4 and over. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please book in advance. 10.15am – 12.15pm. £5 per child; £1 discount for more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-06-08T11:17:25+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/painting-the-wild-flowers-of-attenborough1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/painting-the-wild-flowers-of-attenborough1/#When:11:22:30Z Bring along your watercolours for a master class in painting the native flora found in this very special habitat. Tuition in watercolour technique will be given by Nottingham-based Kate Houghton, using demonstration and simple exercises designed to build up the speed and accuracy needed for fieldwork. Suitable for adults at all levels including beginners. 10am – 1pm. £10 per person. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Arts & Crafts 2012-06-09T11:22:30+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/idle-valley-health-walk71/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/idle-valley-health-walk71/#When:11:24:00Z A brisk walk around the beautiful Idle Valley Reserve – a great way to keep fit in the fresh air. 10.30am – 11.30am, meet at the Rural Learning Centre. Dogs welcome on short leads. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Health Walk 2012-06-09T11:24:00+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/walk-around-holme/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/walk-around-holme/#When:11:25:30Z Join the members of our Newark Local Group and Jenni Hignett from the Wildlife Trust on a walk around the traditional grazing grassland around Holme, near Sutton-on-Trent. The area is good for various plants and birds, whilst also being historically interesting. Meet on Holme Lane, off Main Street Sutton-on-Trent (SK801656). You can park on this road or Main Street. 10am – 1pm. Booking essential. Dogs on leads allowed. Terrain mostly level but some short slopes onto flood banks. Please dress according to weather and wear stout shoes or boots. Contact: Nadia Ming 01636 679 788 or Sue Leach 01636 681 154 Guided Walk 2012-06-09T11:25:30+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/charcoal-making-workshop5/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/charcoal-making-workshop5/#When:11:40:05Z Light it, burn it, bag it! Learn the entire process of how to make both barbeque and artist’s charcoal. Join local craftsman Ray Lister, using seasoned wood from the coppice management in Treswell Wood, and take home your own bag full at the end of the day! £40 per person; BBQ lunch provided. 9am – 3pm. Meet at the craftsmen sheds in Treswell Wood. Booking essential. Contact: Samantha 07791 544 061 Treswell Wood, Rural Crafts & Skills 2012-06-09T11:40:05+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/attenborough-health-walk141/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/attenborough-health-walk141/#When:11:45:49Z Get the week off to a healthy start by joining us for a brisk walk around the beautiful Attenborough Nature Reserve. Suitable for beginners.  Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. No dogs please. Meet at the Nature Centre for a 10am start. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Health Walk 2012-06-11T11:45:49+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/portland-park-health-walk711/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/portland-park-health-walk711/#When:11:47:07Z Get active and make some new friends by joining us for a short healthy walk, starting from Portland Park, Kirkby-in-Ashfield. The walk will last up to an hour and is suitable for all levels. No need to book. Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome. Meet at 10am at the Visitor Centre, Lindley’s Lane. Contact: Karen Bennett 07974 973 598 Health Walk 2012-06-11T11:47:07+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/gotham-pastures-and-sandbanks/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/gotham-pastures-and-sandbanks/#When:11:48:19Z Come and find out more about the flora of the area on this South Notts Local Group walk. Meet 7pm at the bench outside the British Legion in Gotham. Contact: Gordon Dyne 0115 878 4842 Guided Walk 2012-06-12T11:48:19+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/idle-valley-health-walk711/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/idle-valley-health-walk711/#When:11:50:12Z A brisk walk around the beautiful Idle Valley Reserve – a great way to keep fit in the fresh air. 11.00am – 12 noon, meet at the Rural Learning Centre. Dogs welcome on short leads. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Health Walk 2012-06-12T11:50:12+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/tiny-tots-busy-bees-and-butterflies1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/tiny-tots-busy-bees-and-butterflies1/#When:11:53:50Z Parent and toddler sessions suitable for 2 to 4 year olds at Attenborough Nature Reserve. 10.30am – 12 noon & 1pm - 2.30pm. £4 per child. Please book in advance as numbers are limited and note that children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-06-13T11:53:50+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/optics-demonstration-day-with-opticron101/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/optics-demonstration-day-with-opticron101/#When:11:55:24Z Your chance to try out a range of equipment, such as binoculars, under real field conditions, with expert advice on hand. 10am – 4pm at Attenborough Nature Centre. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Optics Demonstration 2012-06-16T11:55:24+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/our-meadowland-marvellous-meadows-special-centenary-event/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/our-meadowland-marvellous-meadows-special-centenary-event/#When:11:57:21Z Join us in celebrating 100 years of The Wildlife Trusts, with a special event at Portland Park, Kirkby-in-Ashfield. Drop in for free family crafts, minibeast hunts (weather permitting), and a wildflower identification walk at 10.30am at Bentinck Bank. Please note children must be accompanied at all times. No dogs please on the flower walk. 10am – 2pm. Contact: Karen Bennett 07974 973 598. Family Event 2012-06-16T11:57:21+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/the-wildlife-of-east-bridgford/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/the-wildlife-of-east-bridgford/#When:11:59:14Z Join this South Notts Local Group walk around Springdale Wood and Bridgford Street Meadows, and discover the wildlife of the area. Meet 1pm at the East Bridgford village centre car park. Contact: Jack Rieley 01949 20920 Guided Walk 2012-06-16T11:59:14+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/hoverflies/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/hoverflies/#When:12:02:10Z Find out more about the fascinating world of hoverflies with local enthusiast Brian Wetton. This day-long course will cover their anatomy, behaviour and life cycle, as well as practical sessions on Attenborough Nature Reserve, including catching and identifying them. 10am – 4pm. £15 per person. Please book in advance. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Training Course 2012-06-16T12:02:10+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/go-wild-in-the-park1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/go-wild-in-the-park1/#When:12:04:58Z Come along to Rushcliffe Country Park for a series of wildlife walks and displays organised by the South Notts Local Group at Rushcliffe Country Park (opposite the playground) from 11am until 4pm. Contact: Gordon Dyne 0115 878 4842 Family Event 2012-06-17T12:04:58+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/bingham-linear-park/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/bingham-linear-park/#When:12:05:03Z Discover the wildlife along this former railway line with its variety of habitats. Meet 10am at the Tythby Bridge entrance - left off the A52 after the Bingham roundabout (heading towards Grantham). Contact: Jenny Craig 01949 838 899 Guided Walk 2012-06-17T12:05:03+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/gleadthorpe-farm/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/gleadthorpe-farm/#When:12:09:39Z Join the Worksop Local Group for a guided visit to the dairy and around the farmland. Meet at Gleadthorpe Farm, Netherfield Lane, Budby, NG20 9PF. Turn into the farm lane at the ADAS sign on Netherfield Lane and park at the farm offices car park. 7.30pm. Contact: Willie Milne 01909 472 458 or Alvin Green 01909 476 276 Guided Walk 2012-06-19T12:09:39+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/nightjar-walk/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/nightjar-walk/#When:12:11:34Z Join Gedling Local Group and Andy Lowe of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust on an evening walk to find nightjars. Meet at grid ref. SK605704 (OS map 120) Meden Vale to Budby Road, opposite Hazel Gap Farm at 7.30pm. Contact: Gay Wood 0115 920 5940 Guided Walk 2012-06-21T12:11:34+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/beeston-wildlife-group-walk81/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/beeston-wildlife-group-walk81/#When:12:13:18Z Join the Beeston Wildlife Group for a guided walk around the picturesque Attenborough Nature Reserve. 10am – 1pm. Meet at the Nature Reserve car park, Barton Lane. Contact: Bill Wheatley 0115 925 0208 or Nigel Slater 0115 916 6518. Attenborough, Guided Walk 2012-06-23T12:13:18+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/idle-valley-summer-fayre1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/idle-valley-summer-fayre1/#When:12:15:31Z Come along to our annual Fayre at the Idle Valley Nature Reserve where there will be a range of stalls and activities for all the family to enjoy. 10.30am – 3pm. £2 per person. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Family Event 2012-06-23T12:15:31+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/portland-park-health-walk7111/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/portland-park-health-walk7111/#When:12:17:43Z Get active and make some new friends by joining us for a short healthy walk, starting from Portland Park, Kirkby-in-Ashfield. The walk will last up to an hour and is suitable for all levels. No need to book. Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome. Meet at 10am at the Visitor Centre, Lindley’s Lane. Contact: Karen Bennett 07974 973 598 Health Walk 2012-06-23T12:17:43+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/wild-flowers1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/wild-flowers1/#When:12:18:14Z Improve your wild flower identification skills as we head out onto the Idle Valley Nature Reserve to see what we can find and identify with Reserve Officer James Simpson. Booking essential. 10am – 4pm. £10 suggested donation. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Training Course 2012-06-24T12:18:14+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/tiny-tots-idle-valley1111/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/tiny-tots-idle-valley1111/#When:12:20:40Z Parent and toddler sessions exploring the outdoors at Idle Valley Nature Reserve. Suitable for 2 to 4 year olds. 10am – 11.30am. Suggested donation £4 per child. Please book in advance as numbers are limited. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Children's Activity 2012-06-27T12:20:40+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/grasses/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/grasses/#When:12:21:11Z This course at Attenborough Nature Reserve, led by Graham Bowden, will cover the identification features of different grasses and their biology.  The session will also include fieldwork on the Reserve. Please book in advance as numbers are limited. 10am – 4pm. £25 per person Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Training Course 2012-06-30T12:21:11+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/attenborough-nature-walk221/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/attenborough-nature-walk221/#When:12:23:37Z Find out about wildlife at Attenborough Nature Reserve by joining some of the wardens for a walk around the Reserve.  No need to book. Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. No dogs please. Meet at the Nature Centre for a 10.30am start. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Guided Walk 2012-07-01T12:23:37+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/holwell-mineral-line-and-north-quarry/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/holwell-mineral-line-and-north-quarry/#When:12:24:01Z Join members of the South Notts Local Group who will be visiting these two linked Leicestershire Wildlife Trust reserves near Melton Mowbray. You will see the wild flowers and find out more about some interesting geological features in the area. Meet 10am at the entrance to Holwell (SK739235). Contact: Gordon Dyne 0115 878 4842 Guided Walk 2012-07-04T12:24:01+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/an-introduction-to-the-world-of-wildlife-photography911/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/an-introduction-to-the-world-of-wildlife-photography911/#When:12:26:34Z This exciting activity gives you a rare chance to try your hand at photographing some of the abundant wildlife here at Attenborough Nature Reserve. The session will include a briefing from an expert instructor, a supervised session in one of our hides, and a chance to use some professional camera equipment, as well as some tips on getting the most from your camera. Afterwards you will be able to take your images home on a CD. Suitable for beginners. 8am – 10.30am. £35 per person. Please book in advance. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Training Course 2012-07-07T12:26:34+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/attenborough-health-walk131/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/attenborough-health-walk131/#When:12:29:26Z Get active and make some new friends by joining us for a short healthy walk for up to an hour around the beautiful Attenborough Nature Reserve. Suitable for beginners.  Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. No dogs please. Meet at the Nature Centre for a 10am start. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Health Walk 2012-07-07T12:29:26+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/wild-kids-watery-wildlife/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/wild-kids-watery-wildlife/#When:12:31:25Z Come pond dipping and find some amazing freshwater creatures that live under the waves! Suitable for children aged 4 and over. All children must be accompanied by an adult. 1.30pm – 3.30pm. £4 per child. Please book in advance. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-07-07T12:31:25+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/painting-the-wild-flowers-of-attenborough11/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/painting-the-wild-flowers-of-attenborough11/#When:12:33:13Z Bring along your watercolours for a master class in painting the native flora found in this very special habitat. Tuition in watercolour technique will be given by Nottingham-based Kate Houghton, using demonstration and simple exercises designed to build up the speed and accuracy needed for fieldwork. Suitable for adults at all levels including beginners. 10am – 1pm. £10 per person. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Arts & Crafts 2012-07-07T12:33:13+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/members-only-bat-watch/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/members-only-bat-watch/#When:12:34:24Z Join Paul Stone from South Notts Bat Group for an illustrated talk, a night-time walk around Attenborough Nature Reserve with bat detectors, and a chance to get close to a rescue bat.  Early booking is recommended as these events are very popular. Free event. 8.30pm – 11.30pm (weather dependent). Contact: Membership Team 0115 958 8242 Attenborough, Bat Watch 2012-07-07T12:34:24+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/wildlife-art-at-attenborough2/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/wildlife-art-at-attenborough2/#When:12:37:18Z Meet wildlife artist Paul Dyson and browse through a variety of signed wildlife and wilderness prints, cards and gifts. 10am – 4pm. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Arts & Crafts 2012-07-07T12:37:18+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/wildlife-art-at-attenborough21/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/wildlife-art-at-attenborough21/#When:12:39:06Z Meet wildlife artist Paul Dyson and browse through a variety of signed wildlife and wilderness prints, cards and gifts. 10am – 4pm. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Arts & Crafts 2012-07-08T12:39:06+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/portland-park-health-walk71111/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/portland-park-health-walk71111/#When:12:40:57Z Get active and make some new friends by joining us for a short healthy walk, starting from Portland Park, Kirkby-in-Ashfield. The walk will last up to an hour and is suitable for all levels. No need to book. Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome. Meet at 10am at the Visitor Centre, Lindley’s Lane. Contact: Karen Bennett 07974 973 598 Health Walk 2012-07-09T12:40:57+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/optics-demonstration-day-with-opticron1011/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/optics-demonstration-day-with-opticron1011/#When:12:50:17Z Your chance to try out a range of equipment, such as binoculars, under real field conditions, with expert advice on hand. 10am – 4pm at Attenborough Nature Centre. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Optics Demonstration 2012-07-14T12:50:17+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/freshwater-invertebrates2/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/freshwater-invertebrates2/#When:12:51:21Z This course, led by David Goddard, will cover the methods for collecting freshwater invertebrates, how to identify them, and how each species indicates water quality.  Please book in advance as numbers are limited. 10am – 4pm. £25 per person. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Training Course 2012-07-14T12:51:21+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/bug-day/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/bug-day/#When:12:53:59Z Find out more about bugs and other creepy-crawlies living at the Idle Valley Nature Reserve and make an insect home. This workshop session for adults and children will involve using bug pots and sweep nets, and experts will be on hand to identify what you catch. 2pm - 4pm. Please book in advance as numbers are limited. Suggested donation £3 per person. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Family Event 2012-07-14T12:53:59+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/rutland-water/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/rutland-water/#When:12:56:38Z Join Farndon Watch Group and Newark Local Group on a coach trip to Rutland Water to see the ospreys. A short talk will be followed by children’s activities and a chance to view the birds from a hide. Please bring packed lunch. Coach pick-up points: Newark (London Road, opposite library car park) and Farndon (outside Memorial Hall). 10am – 4pm. £8 per adult, £5 per child. Booking essential – payment due at time of booking. Contact: Sue Leach or Shirley Hatcher 01636 681 154 or 07905 256 896 Family Event 2012-07-14T12:56:38+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/staunton-quarry-nature-reserve/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/staunton-quarry-nature-reserve/#When:12:59:08Z Join the South Notts Local Group to discover wild flowers and dragonflies on this beautiful reserve! Meet 10am at the Elton/Orston railway car park park (A52 from Bingham towards Grantham, turn left at Elton by the Manor Arms, car park ¼ mile along on the right). Contact: Gordon Dyne 0115 878 4842 Guided Walk 2012-07-14T12:59:08+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/our-garden-wildlife-special-centenary-event/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/our-garden-wildlife-special-centenary-event/#When:13:02:54Z Join us in celebrating 100 years of The Wildlife Trusts, with a special open day at our Faith Marriott Nature Reserve, Arnold, Nottingham. A chance to join in with fun activities for all the family, to discover more about wildlife gardening, and to explore a beautiful garden, designed with wildlife in mind. Kindly left to us by a lady called Faith Marriott, the extensive garden has now been carefully restored to its former glory, with a pond, wildflower garden and woodland area. 10am – 1pm. Please park in Ramsey Drive (NG5 6SB). Contact: Ruth Testa 0115 958 8242 Faith Marriott, Reserve Open Day 2012-07-15T13:02:54+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/treswell-wood1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/treswell-wood1/#When:13:06:02Z Come and join the Worksop Local Group for a walk around this beautiful reserve. This will be followed by a visit to the Springhead microbrewery. Meet at Treswell Wood at 7.30pm. Contact: Willie Milne 01909 472 458 or Alvin Green 01909 476 276 Treswell Wood, Guided Walk 2012-07-17T13:06:02+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/tiny-tots-busy-bees-and-butterflies11/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/tiny-tots-busy-bees-and-butterflies11/#When:13:09:14Z Parent and toddler sessions suitable for 2 to 4 year olds at Attenborough Nature Reserve. 10.30am – 12 noon & 1pm - 2.30pm. £4 per child. Please book in advance as numbers are limited and note that children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-07-18T13:09:14+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/introduction-to-the-wild-flowers-of-attenborough1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/introduction-to-the-wild-flowers-of-attenborough1/#When:13:10:27Z Find out more about our beautiful flowers and then go on a flower-spotting walk around the Reserve.  Please book in advance. 10am – 1pm.  £5 per person. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Wildlife Talk 2012-07-21T13:10:27+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/beeston-wildlife-group-walk811/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/beeston-wildlife-group-walk811/#When:13:15:50Z Join the Beeston Wildlife Group for a guided walk around the picturesque Attenborough Nature Reserve. 10am – 1pm. Meet at the Nature Reserve car park, Barton Lane. Contact: Bill Wheatley 0115 925 0208 or Nigel Slater 0115 916 6518. Attenborough, Guided Walk 2012-07-21T13:15:50+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/butterfly-walk-and-talk1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/butterfly-walk-and-talk1/#When:13:17:44Z Join local enthusiast, Nigel Slater, for an illustrated talk and field walk around Attenborough Nature Reserve and find out more about these beautiful insects.  Please book in advance. 1.30pm – 4pm, £5 per person. Please book in advance. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Guided Walk, Wildlife Talk 2012-07-21T13:17:44+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/moth-watch1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/moth-watch1/#When:13:19:52Z Learn more about these fascinating insects by the light of the moth trap, at Girton with Sheila Wright, Nottinghamshire County Moth Recorder. 8.30pm – late. Booking is essential. Contact: Jenni Hignett 07896 954 695 Moth Watch 2012-07-21T13:19:52+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/basket-making11/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/basket-making11/#When:13:21:39Z Come along and learn this traditional country craft in one of Nottinghamshire’s finest ancient woodlands under the guidance of local woodsman Ray Lister. Participants will get the chance to make their own egg or berry basket from locally sourced organic willow. 10am – 3pm. £40 per person. Meet at the craftsmen sheds in Treswell Wood. Please bring packed lunch; tea and coffee provided. Booking essential. Contact: Samantha 07791 544 061 Treswell Wood, Rural Crafts & Skills 2012-07-21T13:21:39+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/bird-ringing2/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/bird-ringing2/#When:13:24:56Z Join us at our Idle Valley Reserve for an introduction to bird ringing followed by the opportunity to get involved in the national bird ringing scheme. 8am – 4pm.  Booking is essential and priority will be given to Nottinghamshire residents; £25 suggested donation. Those living outside Nottinghamshire will be eligible to book after Monday 2 July (£35 suggested donation). Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Training Course 2012-07-22T13:24:56+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/attenborough-health-walk1411/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/attenborough-health-walk1411/#When:13:27:00Z Get the week off to a healthy start by joining us for a brisk walk around the beautiful Attenborough Nature Reserve. Suitable for beginners.  Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. No dogs please. Meet at the Nature Centre for a 10am start. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Health Walk 2012-07-23T13:27:00+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/tiny-tots-idle-valley11111/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/tiny-tots-idle-valley11111/#When:13:29:50Z Parent and toddler sessions exploring the outdoors at Idle Valley Nature Reserve. Suitable for 2 to 4 year olds. 10am – 11.30am. Suggested donation £4 per child. Please book in advance as numbers are limited. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Children's Activity 2012-07-25T13:29:50+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/teen-art-exploring-nature-through-sculpture/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/teen-art-exploring-nature-through-sculpture/#When:13:30:45Z ‘Nott Art’ presents a 3 day course for teenagers (13 to 18 years old) who are interested in art. We will be exploring the natural environment of Attenborough Nature Reserve through a variety of sculptural approaches. An open exhibition of the work created will be held on Saturday 28 July.  Please book in advance. 1pm – 4.30pm. £30 per person. Continues 26 and 27 July. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Arts & Crafts, Children's Activity 2012-07-25T13:30:45+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/portland-park-health-walk711111/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/portland-park-health-walk711111/#When:13:35:25Z Get active and make some new friends by joining us for a short healthy walk, starting from Portland Park, Kirkby-in-Ashfield. The walk will last up to an hour and is suitable for all levels. No need to book. Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome. Meet at 10am at the Visitor Centre, Lindley’s Lane. Contact: Karen Bennett 07974 973 598 Health Walk 2012-07-28T13:35:25+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/time-travel-trent-vale/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/time-travel-trent-vale/#When:13:37:09Z Once again, Newark Castle doors will creak open to reveal hidden corners that rarely see the light of day. Fearless souls can take a tour of the infamous dungeons and risk an encounter with the torturer! Re-enactors throughout the ages, from Roman soldiers to World War II heroes, will bring history to life, and with children’s craft activities, staged fights, stalls and displays, there’ll be something for every generation. Time Travel Trent Vale is organised by Nottinghamshire’s Community Archaeology Team and will celebrate the Festival of British Archaeology and the Trent Vale Landscape Partnership Project. The event will mark the official opening of a new exhibition in the Undercroft when the room will be set up to show what life would have been like for the castle inhabitants at the height of the Tudor period in 1545. 10am to 4pm - free of charge. Contact: Gill Grievson 0115 977 2116 or 01623 827 326 Family Event 2012-07-28T13:37:09+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/summer-fun-at-attenborough-woodland-workshops/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/summer-fun-at-attenborough-woodland-workshops/#When:13:38:08Z Join us for some bushcraft in the woods at Attenborough Nature Reserve. Suitable for children aged 4 and above.  All children must be accompanied by an adult.  Please book in advance. 10.15am – 12.15pm. £5 per child, discount of £1 if more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-07-31T13:38:08+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/summer-fun-at-attenborough-woodland-workshops1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/summer-fun-at-attenborough-woodland-workshops1/#When:08:40:56Z Join us for some bushcraft in the woods at Attenborough Nature Reserve. Suitable for children aged 4 and above.  All children must be accompanied by an adult.  Please book in advance. 10.15am – 12.15pm. £5 per child, discount of £1 if more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-08-02T08:40:56+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/minibeast-magic/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/minibeast-magic/#When:08:44:43Z Come and join in a minibeast hunt and pond dipping at North Muskham Lake. Suitable for children 7-12 years old. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. 10.30am – 12 noon. £2 per child. Please book in advance. Contact: Rick Berry 01777 713 940 North Muskham Lake, Children's Activity 2012-08-02T08:44:43+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/attenborough-explorers-wild-snappers/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/attenborough-explorers-wild-snappers/#When:08:47:29Z Bring along your digital camera to Attenborough Nature Reserve and with the help of a keen amateur wildlife photographer capture some of its amazing sights. This session is suitable for children aged 8 and over. Please book in advance as places are limited.10.15am – 12.15pm. £5 per child, discount of £1 if more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-08-03T08:47:29+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/attenborough-health-walk1311/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/attenborough-health-walk1311/#When:08:49:01Z Get active and make some new friends by joining us for a short healthy walk for up to an hour around the beautiful Attenborough Nature Reserve. Suitable for beginners.  Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. No dogs please. Meet at the Nature Centre for a 10am start. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Health Walk 2012-08-04T08:49:01+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/an-introduction-to-the-world-of-wildlife-photography9111/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/an-introduction-to-the-world-of-wildlife-photography9111/#When:08:51:16Z This exciting activity gives you a rare chance to try your hand at photographing some of the abundant wildlife here at Attenborough Nature Reserve. The session will include a briefing from an expert instructor, a supervised session in one of our hides, and a chance to use some professional camera equipment, as well as some tips on getting the most from your camera. Afterwards you will be able to take your images home on a CD. Suitable for beginners. 8am – 10.30am. £35 per person. Please book in advance. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Training Course 2012-08-04T08:51:16+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/attenborough-nature-walk2211/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/attenborough-nature-walk2211/#When:08:54:51Z Find out about wildlife at Attenborough Nature Reserve by joining some of the wardens for a walk around the Reserve.  No need to book. Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. No dogs please. Meet at the Nature Centre for a 10.30am start. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Guided Walk 2012-08-05T08:54:51+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/summer-fun-at-attenborough-weather-days/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/summer-fun-at-attenborough-weather-days/#When:08:57:26Z Join us for some fun-filled games and activities about the changeable weather at Attenborough Nature Reserve. Suitable for children aged 4 and above.  All children must be accompanied by an adult.  Please book in advance. 10.15am – 12.15pm. £5 per child, discount of £1 if more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-08-07T08:57:26+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/summer-fun-at-attenborough-weather-days1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/summer-fun-at-attenborough-weather-days1/#When:09:02:18Z Join us for some fun-filled games and activities about the changeable weather at Attenborough Nature Reserve. Suitable for children aged 4 and above.  All children must be accompanied by an adult.  Please book in advance. 10.15am – 12.15pm. £5 per child, discount of £1 if more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-08-09T09:02:18+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/wet-and-wild/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/wet-and-wild/#When:09:04:13Z Join us on the wet and wild side at the Idle Valley Nature Reserve as we go pond dipping and make a dragonfly. Try our wet and wild orienteering trail!  11am – 12.30pm. Suggested donation £3 per person. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Family Event 2012-08-09T09:04:13+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/attenborough-explorers-weather-days/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/attenborough-explorers-weather-days/#When:09:06:05Z Join us for some fun-filled games and activities about the changeable weather here at Attenborough Nature Reserve. This session is suitable for children aged 8 and over. Please book in advance as places are limited. 10.15am – 12.15pm. £5 per child, discount of £1 if more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-08-10T09:06:05+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/wild-summer-family-event-attenborough/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/wild-summer-family-event-attenborough/#When:09:10:39Z Come along to our summer event to help us celebrate the diversity of wildlife at Attenborough Nature Centre.  With some of our partner organisations we will be offering something for everyone, including drop-in children’s activities, timed pond dipping sessions and minibeast hunts (weather permitting), a nature walk at 10.30am, help with bird ID in our hides and much more!  Discounts on selected Harrison’s wild bird products will be available on the day. 10.30am – 3.30pm. Please check our website http://www.attenboroughnaturecentre.co.uk or call for timings for pond dipping and minibeast hunts. A small charge may be made for some of the activities. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Family Event 2012-08-12T09:10:39+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/portland-park-health-walk7111111/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/portland-park-health-walk7111111/#When:09:17:48Z Get active and make some new friends by joining us for a short healthy walk, starting from Portland Park, Kirkby-in-Ashfield. The walk will last up to an hour and is suitable for all levels. No need to book. Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome. Meet at 10am at the Visitor Centre, Lindley’s Lane. Contact: Karen Bennett 07974 973 598 Health Walk 2012-08-13T09:17:48+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/summer-fun-at-attenborough-wondrous-stories/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/summer-fun-at-attenborough-wondrous-stories/#When:09:29:26Z Join us in the woods for some stories and activities about our wonderful wildlife here at Attenborough. Suitable for children aged 4 and above. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please book in advance. 10.15am – 12.15pm. £5 per child, discount of £1 if more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-08-14T09:29:26+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/treasure-hunt/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/treasure-hunt/#When:09:32:06Z Join the fun at the Idle Valley Nature Reserve and hunt for the hidden treasure by following the clues.  Two trails of different lengths are available. Drop in at any time during the day. Suggested donation £3 per person. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Family Event 2012-08-14T09:32:06+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/dragonflies-along-the-grantham-canal/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/dragonflies-along-the-grantham-canal/#When:09:35:19Z Join the South Notts Local Group for a day-long walk to look for the dragonflies and other wildlife that can be seen along the canal. Meet 10am at Hickling Basin and bring your own lunch. Contact: Gordon Dyne 0115 878 4842 Guided Walk 2012-08-15T09:35:19+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/summer-fun-at-attenborough-wondrous-stories1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/summer-fun-at-attenborough-wondrous-stories1/#When:09:38:33Z Join us in the woods for some stories and activities about our wonderful wildlife here at Attenborough. Suitable for children aged 4 and above. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please book in advance. 10.15am – 12.15pm. £5 per child, discount of £1 if more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-08-16T09:38:33+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/terrific-trees/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/terrific-trees/#When:09:39:29Z Join us in Treswell Wood to explore the world of trees with bark-rubbing and leaf art. Suitable for children 7-12 years old. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. £2 per child. Please book in advance. Contact: Rick Berry 01777 713 940 Treswell Wood, Children's Activity 2012-08-16T09:39:29+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/attenborough-explorers-woodland-workshops/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/attenborough-explorers-woodland-workshops/#When:09:43:21Z Join us for some bushcraft in the woods at Attenborough Nature Reserve. Suitable for children aged 8 and above. Please book in advance. 10.15am – 12.15pm. £5 per child, discount of £1 if more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-08-17T09:43:21+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/exploring-besthorpe-nature-reserve/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/exploring-besthorpe-nature-reserve/#When:09:44:00Z Join the members of the Newark Local Group and Reserve Officer Chris Kennedy for this guided 3 hour walk around the beautiful Besthorpe Nature Reserve. Chris will explain how Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust’s largest ever habitat creation project has altered the reserve’s profile. Meet at the car park next to Mons Pool. 10am start. Please dress for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. Contact: Nadia Ming 01636 679 788 or Sue Leach 01636 681 154 Besthorpe, Guided Walk 2012-08-18T09:44:00+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/attenborough-health-walk14111/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/attenborough-health-walk14111/#When:09:49:35Z Get the week off to a healthy start by joining us for a brisk walk around the beautiful Attenborough Nature Reserve. Suitable for beginners.  Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. No dogs please. Meet at the Nature Centre for a 10am start. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Health Walk 2012-08-20T09:49:35+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/summer-fun-at-attenborough-meadow-trail/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/summer-fun-at-attenborough-meadow-trail/#When:09:50:42Z Join us in the meadow and find out more about the wonderful plants and insects that live there! Suitable for children aged 4 and above. All children must be accompanied by an adult.  Please book in advance. 10.15am - 12.15pm. £5 per child, discount of £1 if more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-08-21T09:50:42+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/wetland-photo-workshop-idle-valley/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/wetland-photo-workshop-idle-valley/#When:09:52:43Z Join us for a photography workshop looking at how to make the most of your camera in a wetland environment and get the best watery snaps. 10am – 12 noon. Suggested donation £3 per person. Please book in advance as places are limited. Contact : Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Family Event 2012-08-22T09:52:43+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/summer-fun-at-attenborough-meadow-trail1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/summer-fun-at-attenborough-meadow-trail1/#When:09:54:48Z Join us in the meadow and find out more about the wonderful plants and insects that live there! Suitable for children aged 4 and above. All children must be accompanied by an adult.  Please book in advance. 10.15am - 12.15pm. £5 per child, discount of £1 if more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-08-23T09:54:48+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/attenborough-explorers7/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/attenborough-explorers7/#When:09:55:06Z Improve your geographical skills by joining us for some fun exploration activities around the Reserve. This session is suitable for children aged 8 and over. Please book in advance as places are limited. 10.15am - 12.15pm. £5 per child, discount of £1 if more than 1 child per party. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-08-24T09:55:06+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/beeston-wildlife-group-walk8111/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/beeston-wildlife-group-walk8111/#When:09:58:23Z Join the Beeston Wildlife Group for a guided walk around the picturesque Attenborough Nature Reserve. 10am – 1pm. Meet at the Nature Reserve car park, Barton Lane. Contact: Bill Wheatley 0115 925 0208 or Nigel Slater 0115 916 6518. Attenborough, Guided Walk 2012-08-25T09:58:23+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/portland-park-health-walk71111111/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/portland-park-health-walk71111111/#When:10:00:30Z Get active and make some new friends by joining us for a short healthy walk, starting from Portland Park, Kirkby-in-Ashfield. The walk will last up to an hour and is suitable for all levels. No need to book. Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome. Meet at 10am at the Visitor Centre, Lindley’s Lane. Contact: Karen Bennett 07974 973 598 Health Walk 2012-08-25T10:00:30+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/bugs-and-beasties-foray-at-bunny-wood/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/bugs-and-beasties-foray-at-bunny-wood/#When:10:01:03Z Join our South Notts Local Group to discover the little creatures that can be found in this beautiful nature reserve. Meet 2pm at Bunny Wood car park (on the left of the A60 climbing up out of Bunny Village). Contact: Chris Terrell-Nield 0115 937 4906 Bunny Wood, Family Event 2012-08-25T10:01:03+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/idle-valley-walk-the-reserve2/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/idle-valley-walk-the-reserve2/#When:10:04:31Z Join us for our annual walk, taking in the whole of the Idle Valley Nature Reserve, stopping for lunch along the way. We will meet at the Rural Learning Centre at 10am returning by approx. 3pm. £3 suggested donation. Please come dressed for the weather and wear stout shoes or boots. Bring a packed lunch. Dogs on leads allowed. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Guided Walk 2012-08-26T10:04:31+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/summer-fun-at-attenborough-pond-dipping/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/summer-fun-at-attenborough-pond-dipping/#When:10:06:35Z Join us for some pond dipping on the Reserve and find out more about the exciting tiny creatures that live in the water.  Suitable for children aged 2 and over.  All children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop in between 10.15am – 12.15pm. £2 per child. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-08-28T10:06:35+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/tiny-tots-idle-valley2/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/tiny-tots-idle-valley2/#When:10:08:24Z Parent and toddler sessions suitable for 2 to 4 year olds, exploring the outdoors at the Idle Valley Nature Reserve. 10am – 11.30am. Suggested donation £4 per child. Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact: Rural Learning Centre 01777 713 945 Idle Valley, Children's Activity 2012-08-29T10:08:24+00:00 http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/summer-fun-at-attenborough-pond-dipping1/ http://www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/site/summer-fun-at-attenborough-pond-dipping1/#When:10:10:45Z Join us for some pond dipping on the Reserve and find out more about the exciting tiny creatures that live in the water.  Suitable for children aged 2 and over.  All children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop in between 10.15am – 12.15pm. £2 per child. Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Attenborough, Children's Activity 2012-08-30T10:10:45+00:00