wildlife

Bird ringing demonstration by Axe Estuary Ringing Group

An exciting chance to see wild birds up close as they are ringed to allow us to obtain important data about them.

Please note, this event is dependent on suitable conditions and weather. Sometimes the event is unavoidably cancelled at the last minute. Check the Axe Estuary Ringing Group's blog for up to date information or cancellation.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/

Improve your bird identification skills

Drop-in session - improve your bird identification skills, whatever your level of knowledge, with the help of a knowledgeable and experienced volunteer guide.

Meet in the Tower hide at Seaton Wetlands. Telescopes and binoculars are available for use in the hide free of charge during the session.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/

Bird ringing demonstration by Axe Estuary Ringing Group

An exciting chance to see wild birds up close as they are ringed to allow us to obtain important data about them.

Please note, this event is dependent on suitable conditions and weather. Sometimes the event is unavoidably cancelled at the last minute. Check the Axe Estuary Ringing Group's blog for up to date information.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/

Join the Education Ranger for a foraging walk in the woods

Follow the walk with a cook-up, including seasonal wild foods.

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

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/september-2016/family-forage/

Join the Rangers for a torch-lit rockpool safari

Watch creatures in their underwater habitat without disturbing their usual behaviours.

Aged 8+

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

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/september-2016/starfish-by-starlight/

Take a walk on the wild side through Cranbrook Park in the dark

See the park and wildlife in a different light!

Wear warm clothes, bring a torch along.

Sturdy footwear.

No dogs.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2016/night-time-ramble/

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

Binoculars available to borrow.

Suggested donation £2 per child.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2016/bird-watching-for-children-29th-august/

Explore Seaton Wetlands with the Countryside team and also discover all about the Axe Vale and District Conservation Society

Learn how you can get involved by volunteering; includes Wader-Watch, moth trapping, conservation tasks and flower walks.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2016/wetlands-volunteer-open-day/

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

Come for a ramble with our Ranger to explore Seaton Wetlands and learn all about the creatures who call it home.

Bring binoculars/ a camera.

Suggested donation £3 per person.

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2016/wildlife-safari-seaton-wetlands/

Creative fun for all ages

Use natural materials to make a variety of crafts to take home and cook up some tasty snacks over the campfire.

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

http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2016/crafts-around-the-campfire/