Wednesday, 4 May 2011

New Wildwood events schedule

Wildwood Events: May - June 2011

 

The new Wildwood events schedule is now available (members will have their copy in the post in the next few days)
If you would like to book any event please call 01227 712 111. Please note that access to all events requires membership fees or park entry fees to be paid.

Sunday May 8 - Leapers & Creepers!
What's the difference between a slow-worm and a snake, or a lizard and a newt? Learn all about reptiles and amphibians with our in-house experts.
11am-3pm  Free event, no need to book (drop in at any time).

Sunday May 15 - Bee Day!
Did you know we make our own honey at Wildwood? Meet our resident bee-keeper and find out all about the fascinating world of bees and bee-keeping.
Free event, 11-1pm & 2-4pm, drop in at any time.

Tuesday May 17- Hare's Moon Night Tour

See our animals under the moonlight on a guided night tour to coincide with the full moon.

7.30-10pm. £20 each including hot meal at 7pm. Min. age 10yrs.

 

Tuesday May 17 - Spring Flower Walk

Discover a range of spring flowers on a woodland walk with Natural Heritage Education Officer Steve Kirk.

2-3pm. Free event. Must Book. Please note this event is not suitable for young children or pushchairs.

 

Sunday May 22 - Junior Zoo Keeper Experience

Do you know a young, budding zoo keeper? Give them the chance to find out what it's like to work at Wildwood and how we care for our animals and keep them healthy and happy.

10am - 12pm. Suitable for children aged 7-11 years. £50 per child. Must Book.

 

Tuesday May 24 - Photography Day

Wildlife photography with tuition from our resident photographer.

10.30am - 4pm. £75 per person.

 

Tuesday May 31 - Half term craft event - Bats!

Meet the small animal with a big fear factor! Bats are popular at hallowe'en but are they really that spooky? Learn the truth with a talk and craft workshop with bat expert, Hazel Ryan.

2-3pm. £1 per person, one adult free per family. Must book.

 

Wednesday June 1 -  Half term craft event - Rats!

They say you're never far from a rat but lots of people hate them! Maybe it's time to set the record straight. Find out all about the nicer side of rats with our fun craft session.

2-3pm. £1 per person, one adult free per family. Must book.

 

Thursday June 2 - Half term craft event - Snakes!

Snakes: Slimy or not? Sadly, snakes have few friends, so let's find out just how amazing they really are with this fun craft workshop.

2-3pm. £1 per person, one adult free per family. Must Book.

 

Friday June 3 - Half term craft event - Spiders!

The daddy of all creepy-crawlies and no.1 in our hate parade. Join our spider-themed craft session to find out more about these amazing arachnids.

2-3pm. £1 per person, one adult free per family. Must book (if you dare!).

 

Sunday June 12 - Fossil Roadshow & Beach Fossil Hunt:

10am-12.30pm at Wildwood - Learn about fossils with real fossils and bones, search for mini fossils and make plaster casts to take home 10am-12.30pm. Free event, drop in.

1-3pm at Swalecliffe - Meet us on the seafront at Swalecliffe and join experts from Kent RIGS for a beach walk to find even more fossils. 1-3pm. Free event. Must book.

 

Tuesday June 28 - Photography Day

Wildlife photography with tuition from our resident photographer.

10.30am - 4pm. £75 per person.

 

Sunday July 17 - Bee Day!

Did you know we make our own honey at Wildwood? Meet our resident bee-keeper and find out all about the fascinating world of bees and bee-keeping.

Free event, 11-1pm & 2-4pm, drop in at any time.

 

Monday July 18 - Toddler Club Summer Picnic

Bring your little 'uns to our special picnic to mark the end of Toddler Club for the summer. There'll be fun in the sun with surprise entertainment to make it a special day. Bring your own picnic or order a toddler picnic at the restaurant.

10.30am - 12pm. Must book with Penny on 01227 712 111. 10.30am - 12pm. Please note that Toddler Club will re-start after the school holidays (every Monday during term time).

 

Tuesday July 19 - Photography Day

Wildlife photography with tuition from our resident photographer.

10.30am - 4pm. £75 per person.

 

Sunday July 24 - Bushcraft Experience Day

Introducing a new experience at Wildwood! Could you survive in the wild wood? How would you find food and shelter if you were stranded? Join our one-day bushcraft experience and get back to nature whilst learing basic bushcraft and survival techniques with Natural Heritage Officer Steve Kirk.

10-4pm (1 hour for lunch). £35 per person. Min age 12yrs. Must book. Please note this event is subject to weather conditions.

To book any event please call 01227 712 111. Please note that access to all events requires membership fees or park entry fees to be paid.

Fiona Paterson
Wildwood Trust
Tel 01227 712 111

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