wildlife

Devon Wildlife Trust is inviting families to ‘bee creative in the garden’ at a special wild bee family fun day in Exeter.

On August 3, the charity will be opening the gates to the Cricklepit Mill wildlife garden for a family event that aims to celebrate bumblebees and solitary bees, heroes of the pollinator world.

Children will have the chance to create a range of bee themed craft items, including alder bees to hang in the garden, bee mobiles, badge making and bee jewellery.

Families can also have a go at making bee hotels from bamboo sticks and unique cob brick...

Whatever your experience come along and improve your bird identification skills

An informal drop-in session to improve your bird identification skills.

Whatever your level of knowledge come along and enjoy an afternoons birdwatching 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.

More info: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/may-2017/whats-th...

Find out what lives in the meadows at and stream at Honiton Bottom

Find out what lives in the meadows and stream at Honiton Bottom, with the Countryside rangers.

Wellies recommended.

More info: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2017/bug-h...

Explore the mysterious world of Ladram Bay's rockpools

Explore the mysterious world of Ladram Bay's rockpools with the Countryside rangers.

Learn where to look and what to look out for.

More info: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2017/rockp...

An afternoon of outdoor fun!

Join the Axe Vale and District Conservation Society and the East Devon Education Ranger for an afternoon of outdoor fun!

Explore this site near to Axminster!

Find out about the wildlife that lives there and get creative with natural crafts.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

More info: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2017/avdcs...

Explore the mysterious world of Exmouth's rockpools

Explore the mysterious world of Exmouth's rockpools with the Countryside rangers.

Learn where to look and what to look out for.

More info: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2017/rockp...

Explore the mysterious world of Exmouth's rockpools

Explore the mysterious world of Exmouth's rockpools with the Countryside rangers.

Learn where to look and what to look out for.

More info: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2017/rockp...

Come along to the Maer Local Nature Reserve and get creative!

A day packed with crafts and wildlife activities by the seaside with the Countryside rangers, Clinton Devon Estates, RSPB and more!

Small charge/ donations for some activities.

More info: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2017/a-mar...

Hunt for the bugs which call the wetlands home

Dip in the pond and sweep net through the meadows and see what you can find with the Countryside rangers.

More info: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2017/bug-h...

Which bugs live in Cranbrook's green spaces?

Find out what lives in the meadow and stream with the Countryside rangers.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

No dogs please.

More info: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/august-2017/minib...