Ranger Service Events Programme
Ranger events and activities run throughout the year, aiming to provide interest to people of all ages and abilities.
Organised groups and individuals can make alternative arrangements for Ranger-led walks, talks and activities by contacting any of the Ranger bases. The majority of events incur a small fee. Payment may be required on booking. Always wear suitable clothing for outdoor events and activities. To ensure your place please do book in advance.
Additional dates are still to be added to this site for the Ecomaniacs and Young Nats.
August
Wednesday 13th. August "West Lothian Midweek Naturalists" 09:30 start
This group meets at the Almond Valley Heritage Centre and outings normally finish by noon. Cost £2 adult. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01501 743905 or e-mail hugh.ilgunas@westlothian.gov.uk
Saturday 16th. August "Polkemmet Young Rangers" 14:00-15:30
Aimed at ages 8-12 years, a variety of activities are on offer. Meet at the Visitor Centre, Polkemmet Country Park. Cost £1 per session. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01501 743905 or e-mail hugh.ilgunas@westlothian.gov.uk
Sunday 17th. August "Bat Walk"
Watching bats. BOOKING ESSENTIAL Meet at the Visitor Centre, Almondell & Calderwood Country Park. Cost £2 adult, £1 child. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01506 882254 or e-mail almondell&calderwood@westlothian.gov.uk
Friday 22nd. August "Bat Walk"
Join the Lothian Bat Group for this event - all money raised goes to the Group for local bat conservation works. Meet at the Sutherland Buidling, Beecraigs Country Park. Cost £3 adult, £1 child. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01506 844516 or e-mail donald.bain@westlothian.gov.uk
Wednesday 29th. August "Drumshoreland Ponds" 13:30 start
A walk along the old railway track to the wildlife ponds at Pumpherston, approx. 4miles over 3hours. Meet at the Visitor Centre, Almondell & Calderwood Country Park. Cost £2 adult, £1 child. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01506 882254 or e-mail almondell&calderwood@westlothian.gov.uk
Wednesday 29th. August "Bat Walk"
Looking and listening for night-time creatures. BOOKING ESSENTIAL Meet at the Visitor Centre, Almondell & Calderwood Country Park. Cost £2 adult, £1 child. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01506 882254 or e-mail almondell&calderwood@westlothian.gov.uk
Sunday 31st. August "Blaeberryhill Wood" 14:00-15:30
Join the Ranger Service and the Woodland Trust to discover what's on offer in this new community woodland. Meet at Hen's Nest Road, Stoneyburn (grid ref NT 964 644). FREE event. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01501 743905 or e-mail hugh.ilgunas@westlothian.gov.uk