Friday, 22 March 2013

Easter events at Wildwood


 
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Easter events at Wildwood

Easter events at Wildwood

We have lots of amazing events this Easter at Wildwood, from CSI:Wildwood (who killed Mr Bunny) to Skeletons, Bones and Teeth - there is something for every inquisitive mind!

Book early to avoid disapointment!

 

To book Easter activities - please call 01227 712 111

To book conservation courses - please call 01227 711 471 or email tara@wildwoodtrust.org

Tuesday 2nd April - Super Sleuths!
Join our fun team competition to find the best wildlife detectives, using animal skulls, skins and antlers.
2pm - 3.30pm. £3 per person, one adult free per group. Must book. Min age 5yrs

Wednesday 3rd April - CSI: Wildwood - Who killed Mr Bunny?
Crack the case and solve the woodland murder mystery using authentic forensic tecniques, just like the real CSI.
2pm - 3.30pm. £3 per person, one adult free per group. Must book. Min age 7yrs

Thursday 4th April - Brilliant Bird Beaks
Why are bird's beaks all so different? Find out how different beaks work using chopsticks and custard in our fun, hands-on workshop.
2pm - 3.30pm. £3 per person, one adult free per group. Must book.

Friday 5th April - Fantastic Flyers!
Spinners, parachutes and gliders - find out how animals and plants use flight to get around and take part in our paper aeroplane challenge.
2pm - 3.30pm. £3 per person, one adult free per group. Must book.

Saturday 6th April - Management of Ponds for Wildlife
Course tutor: John Hammond
A course for those wishing to improve their pond for wildlife. We will focus on existing ponds but will also explore the construction of ponds for wildlife, how to avoid management mistakes and the identification of pond species in the field.
10am - 4pm  £30 per person  Please book with Tara Lines on 01227 711 471 or email 
tara@wildwoodtrust.org

Monday 8th April - Springtime Rabbits and Chicks
Make springtime crafts and (hopefully) meet some of our new spring arrivals.
2pm - 3.30pm. £3 per person, one adult free per group. Must book.

Tuesday 9th April - Teeth, Bones and Skeletons
Find out why animals have different teeth and bones depending on what they eat and where they live. Hand-on session with real bones.
2pm - 3.30pm. £3 per person, one adult free per group. Must book. Min age 5yrs

Wednesday 10th April - Food, digestion and poo!
Find out what happens to the food animals eat with a real animal stomach and intestines, become a poo detective and make chocolate raisin poo!
2pm - 3.30pm. £3 per person, one adult free per group. Must book. Min age 5yrs

Thursday 11th April - Death and Decay Workshop
An amazing group of recylclers set to work when a wild animal dies. Find out who arrives first, what they do and how they clear up the bodies.
2pm - 3.30pm. £3 per person, one adult free per group. Must book. Min age 7yrs

Friday 12th April - Animal Senses
Test your animal senses in our fun, sensory workshop.
2pm - 3.30pm. £3 per person, one adult free per group. Must book

Saturday 13th April - Spring Bushcraft Experience
Learn essential bushcraft, including tracking, field signs and animal preparation.
10am - 4pm. £35 per person. Must book. Min age 12yrs, under 16yrs must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Saturday 13th April - Introduction to Kent's Amphibians & Reptiles
Course tutor: Mike Phillips
A whistle-stop tour of Kent's native frogs, toads, lizards and snakes, covering their identification and basic ecology. Includes a visit to some local amphibian and reptile sites.
10am - 4pm  £30 per person  
Please book with Tara Lines on 01227 711 471 or email 
tara@wildwoodtrust.org

Sunday 14th April - Spring Woodland Discovery Walk
A spring woodland walk to discover the plants, leaves and minibeasts that are waking up for the new year.
2pm - 4pm. £3 per person, one adult free per group. Must book. Not suitable for toddlers/pushchairs.


To book Easter activities -
please call 01227 712 111

To book conservation courses - please call 01227 711 471 or email tara@wildwoodtrust.org

The Wildwood Team

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