Devon

Join the Education Ranger for a fun, hands-on day at Holyford Woods

An opportunity for families to work and play together and learn outdoor skills.

Den building, fire-lighting, crafts and more.

Concessions available for EDDC tenants, please contact the Countryside team.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2016/family-adventure-day/

Join an expert at they introduce you to the art of bird watching

Binoculars available to borrow.

Suggested donation £2 per person.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2016/bird-watching-for-children/

Take a wild walk in Cranbrook

Walk with the Countryside Ranger and see how many of these amazing aerial acrobats we can find.

No dogs.

Rough ground to be expected. Wear wellies.

Weather permitting event.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/july-2016/dragonfly-spotter-day/

Bug, butterflies, birds, dragonflies and possibly even some snakes!

Wear your best safari gear and come for a ramble with our Ranger to explore this heathland site and the creatures who call it home.

Bring binoculars and a camera.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/july-2016/wildlife-safari-fire-beacon-hill/

Which bugs live at the wetlands?

Find out what lives in the meadows and stream with the Countryside Rangers.

Suggested donation £2 per child.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/july-2016/bug-hunt-at-seaton-wetlands/

Guided trip down the river Axe to discover the area's wildlife

Led by qualified instructors from the Axe Vale Canoe Club and accompanied by EDDC Countryside Rangers.

Riverside picnic included.

No experience necessary, must be able to swim 25m and be aged 8+.

U16's pay child price.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/july-2016/canoe-safari-16th-july/

An introduction to willow weaving

An introduction to willow weaving with an expert from Windrush Willow.

Make fun pieces to take home for your garden.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/july-2016/willow-weaving-fun-items-for-the-garden/

Learn about nightjars and the night sky

Help with the Rangers' nightjar survey, and learn about the night sky with the Norman Lockyer Observatory staff.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/july-2016/nightjars-and-stars-5th-july/

Learn the art of willow weaving with an experienced tutor

Create your own natural willow structures to add the finishing touches to your garden with an expert from Windrush Willow.

A one day workshop for beginners.

No experience necessary, but two good strong hands required.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/july-2016/willow-weaving-edging-hurdles/