Lake District Wildlife and Foraging Taster Events
Day Events
10th April 10am - 3.30pm Windermere Adventure Day Fully Booked
"A really enjoyable trip filled with everything from fear to excitement. I learned a lot of new skills whilst having fun" Clare from Carnforth
8th May 10am - 4pm Derwentwater by canoe
See our newsletter page for a report and pics from this event
Events 1st August – 5th August 2010
Introduction to Wildlife Watching
Sun 1st Aug – Butterflies and Wildflowers
A guided exploration of 3 special places for butterflies and wildflowers in South Lakeland
10.30am – 4.30pm meet at Helsington Church
OS Grid Ref SD 488890, limited parking available at Helsington Church
Own transport required, bring your own packed lunch
Adults £30, 16s and under £20.00, max 8 people
Mon 2nd Aug – Rare Birds of Reedbeds – Bitterns, Harriers and lots more…
A guided exploration of 2 special reserves with unique and rare birds and other wildlife
10.30am – 4.30pm meet outside RSPB Leighton Moss reserve reception OS grid ref SD477750
own transport required, bring your own packed lunch
Adults £30, 16s and under £20.00, max 8 people
Mon 2nd Aug – Batwalk fully booked
A guided evening walk in search of native bats and other night-time wildlife
7pm – 9.30pm venue to be announced
Adults £10, 16s and under £7.50, max 8 people
Tues 3rd Aug – Rafted Canoe journey – Coniston Water
This exciting wildlife exploration by canadian canoe will surprise and delight.
All specialist equipment and full instruction will be provided (all included in the price)
10.30am – 4.30pm meet at Brown Howe Car Park, Coniston, OS grid ref SD291911
Bring your own packed lunch
Adults £40, 16s and under £30, max 8 people
Wed 4th Aug – Seashore Exploration
A guided exploration of seashore wildlife habitats – dunes and cliffs
10.30am – 4.30pm meet at public car park Greenodd Sands OS grid ref SD314816
own transport required, bring your own packed lunch
Adults £30, 16s and under £20.00, max 8 people
Wed 4th Aug – Badger Watch fully booked
A guided evening visit to an active badger sett
7pm – 9.30pm meet at Gilpin Bridge Inn car park OS grid ref SD470854
Adults £10, 16s and under £7.50, max 8 people
Thursday 5th Aug – Woodland Spectacular
A guided exploration of 2 woodland areas with special birds and other wildlife
10.30am – 4.30pm meet outside The Angler's Arms pub in Haverthwaite OS grid ref SD347840
own transport required, bring your own packed lunch
Adults £30, 16s and under £20.00, max 8 people
Booking for all events is essential
Payment to: Naturebreak UK Ltd, 12 Helmside Rd, Oxenholme, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7ET
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Dark Green Fritillary Marsh Helleborine Ringlet
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Events 8th August – 12th August 2010
Wild Landscapes – Exploring Landscapes and Nature
Sun 8th Aug – Butterflies and Wildflowers
A guided exploration of 3 special places for butterflies and wildflowers in South Lakeland
10.30am – 4.30pm meet at Helsington Church
OS Grid Ref SD 488890, limited parking available at Helsington Church
Own transport required, bring your own packed lunch
Adults £30, 16s and under £20.00, max 8 people
Mon 9th Aug – Cumbria’s Secret Coast
A guided exploration of seashore wildlife habitats – dunes and cliffs
10.30am – 4.30pm meet at public car park Greenodd Sands OS grid ref SD314816
own transport required, bring your own packed lunch
Adults £30, 16s and under £20.00, max 8 people
Mon 9th Aug – Batwalk
A guided evening walk in search of native bats and other night-time wildlife
7pm – 9.30pm venue to be announced
Adults £10, 16s and under £7.50, max 8 people
Tues 10th Aug – Rafted Canoe journey – Coniston Water
This exciting wildlife exploration by canadian canoe will surprise and delight.
All specialist equipment and full instruction will be provided (all included in the price)
10.30am – 4.30pm meet at Brown Howe Car Park, Coniston, OS grid ref SD291911
Bring your own packed lunch
Adults £40, 16s and under £30, max 8 people
Wed 11th Aug – Woodland Exploration
A guided exploration of 2 woodland areas with special birds and other wildlife
10.30am – 4.30pm meet outside The Angler's Arms pub in Haverthwaite OS grid ref SD347840
own transport required, bring your own packed lunch
Adults £30, 16s and under £20.00, max 8 people
Wed 11th Aug – Badger Watch
A guided evening visit to an active badger sett
7pm – 9.30pm meet at Gilpin Bridge Inn car park OS grid ref SD470854
Adults £10, 16s and under £7.50, max 8 people
Thursday 12th Aug – Fabulous Fells
A guided exploration of South Lakeland’s less visited lower fells, looking at the scenery and wildlife
10.30am – 4.30pm meet at Brown Howe Car Park, Coniston, OS grid ref SD291911
Bring your own packed lunch
Adults £30, 16s and under £20, max 8 people
Booking for all events is essential
Payment to: Naturebreak UK Ltd, 12 Helmside Rd, Oxenholme, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7ET
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11th September Hedgerow Foraging
Discover the edible wild fruits and plants in hedgerows, woods and pasture on a short walk. Our guide will point out and describe edible fruit and other useful wild plants and their uses.
Where and When:
10am - 12.30pm
Helsington Church OS Grid Ref SD 488890
limited parking available at Helsington Church
What you need to bring:
Boots/wellies and warm and waterproof clothing, drinks.
Suitable for aged 8 - 80 years
We will undertake a short walk, max 5 km, on uneven and sometimes steep paths with stiles and gates.
Booking:
Advanced booking is essential
£10/adult £5/child
book through enquiries@naturebreakuk.co.uk
11th September Hedgerow Fruit and Flowers
Kendal Limestone is a very special place for wildflowers and plants. Our guide will point out and fruits, flowers and plants and why they grow here.
Where and When:
1.30pm - 4.00pm
Helsington Church OS Grid Ref SD 488890
limited parking available at Helsington Church
What you need to bring:
Boots/wellies and warm and waterproof clothing, drinks.
Suitable for aged 8 - 80 years
We will undertake a short walk, max 5 km, on uneven and sometimes steep paths with stiles and gates.
Booking:
Advanced booking is essential
£10/adult £5/child
book through enquiries@naturebreakuk.co.uk