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. Booking in advance is essential for some events.
Additional dates are still to be added to this site for the Ecomaniacs and Young Nats.
September
• August • October • November • December
Friday 5th. September "Badger Watch"
Visit a local sett, settle down and hopefully they will appear and sniff out some tit-bits before heading off into the night. BOOKING ESSENTIAL as places limited to 16 people - large groups please book your watch seperately. Meet at the Visitor Centre, Beecraigs Country Park. Cost £4 adult, £2 child. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01506 844516 or e-mail donald.bain@westlothian.gov.uk
Sunday 7th. September "West Lothian Environment Fair" 11:00-15:00
Annual event hosted at the Almond Valley heritage Centre. Contact any of the Ranger bases for further information - Almondell & Calderwood Tel: 01506 882254, Beecraigs Tel: 01506 844516 and Polkemmet Tel: 01501 743905.
Saturday 13th. "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
Wednesday 17th. September "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
Thursday 18th. September "Broxburn Community Woodland" 14@00 start
Exporing this growing community woodland, approx. 2miles over 1.5hours. Meet at Broxburn Academy (grid ref NT 071 725). Cost £2 adult, £1 child. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01506 882254 or e-mail almondell&calderwood@westlothian.gov.uk
Saturday 20th. September "Ravencraig Ramble" 13:30-15:00
Join the Ranger on this "West Lothian on the Move" event. Meet at Ravencraig car park (grid ref NS 995 699). Cost £2 adult, £1 child. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01506 844516 or e-mail donald.bain@westlothian.gov.uk
Sunday 21st. September "Canal Link" 13:30 start
Following the canal feeder to Lin's Mill Aqueduct, approx. 3.5miles 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 24th. September "Toadstool Tour" 14:00 start
A mid-week opportunity to identify weird and wonderful fungi. Meet at Gasworks Brae car park, Bank Street in Mid Calder (grid ref NT 075 675). Cost £2 adult, £1 child. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01506 882254 or e-mail almondell&calderwood@westlothian.gov.uk
October
• August • September • November • December
Sunday 5th. October "Fungi Walk" 14:00 start
Toadstools big and small. Meet at the Visitor Centre, Polkemmet Country Park. Cost £2 adult, £1 child. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01501 743905 or e-mail hugh.ilgunas@westlothian.gov.uk
November
• August • September • October • December
Sunday 9th. November "Winter Wildlife" 14:00 start
Looking for signs of wildlife in Almondell. 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
December
• August • September • October • November
Saturday 20th. December "Christmas Deer Walks" 11:30-12:30 & 14:00-15:00
BOOKING ESSENTIAL Come along and help Santa's magical helpers before they do the impossible again this year! Check the herd and sprinkle the magic dust. An ideal event to set the mood. Wear wellies as you will have to go through a magic foot-bath! Meet at the Park Centre, Beecraigs Country Park. Cost £4 per adult, £2 per child. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01506 844516 or email donald.bain@westlothian.gov.uk
Sunday 21st. December "Christmas Deer Walks" 11:30-12:30 & 14:00-15:00
BOOKING ESSENTIAL Come along and help Santa's magical helpers before they do the impossible again this year! Check the herd and sprinkle the magic dust. An ideal event to set the mood. Wear wellies as you will have to go through a magic foot-bath! Meet at the Park Centre, Beecraigs Country Park. Cost £4 per adult, £2 per child. For further information, telephone the Ranger on 01506 844516 or email donald.bain@westlothian.gov.uk
Saturday 21st. December "Christmas Celebrations" 14:00 start
Natural crafts to celebrate the joy of Christmas. 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