Bird watching for children

Event Date: 
31/05/2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Venue: 
Island hide at Seaton Wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

A bird watching event especially for children Borrow our binoculars and discover the birds along the Axe estuary with an experienced volunteer guide.

Try and spot all the birds on your bird spotter sheet and take a look through a telescope for an amazing view of the birds.

32 per child

10am to 11am book here: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/may-2018/bird-wat...

11am to 12noon book here: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/may-2018/bird-wat...

AVDCS family explorer day at Colyton Community Woodland

Event Date: 
30/05/2018 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Venue: 
Colyton Community Woodland

An afternoon of outdoor fun Join the Axe Vale and District Conservation Society along with the Countryside team's Education Ranger for an afternoon of outdoor fun!

Explore the site, find out about the wildlife that lives there and get creative with natural crafts!

Children must be accompanied.

£5 per family group.

Book a place here: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/may-2018/avdcs-fa...

Wildlife safari

Event Date: 
29/05/2018 - 10:30am to 12:30pm
Venue: 
Fire Beacon Hill, Sidmouth

A wild safari in Devon Bugs, butterflies, birds, dragonflies and possibly even some snakes!

Put on your best safari gear and come for a ramble with the Ranger to explore the heathland and learn all about the creatures who call it home.

Bring binoculars and a camera.

A free event

Book a place here: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/may-2018/wildlife-safari/

Exe Estuary Mud Walk 28 May

Event Date: 
28/05/2018 - 10:30am to 12:30pm
Venue: 
Exmouth LNR, opposite the toilets, Imperial Road Rec, Exmouth, EX8 1DG

A FREE mud walk as part of Exmouth Festival As part of Exmouth Festival the Countryside team are running two free mud walks!

Discover what is living in the mud of the Exe Estuary.

Dig for worms, search for crabs and shells and fish for shrimps.

Wear wellies or old shoes that can get very wet and muddy.

Not suitable for wheelchairs or buggies.

Children must be accompanied.

A free event!

Book a place here: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/may-2018/exe-estu...

Exe Estuary Mud Walk 27 May

Event Date: 
27/05/2018 - 10:30am to 12:30pm
Venue: 
Exmouth LNR, opposite the toilets, Imperial Road Rec, Exmouth, EX8 1DG

A FREE mud walk as part of Exmouth Festival

As part of Exmouth Festival the Countryside team are running two free mud walks!

Discover what is living in the mud of the Exe Estuary.

Dig for worms, search for crabs and shells and fish for shrimps.

Wear wellies or old shoes that can get very wet and muddy.

Not suitable for wheelchairs or buggies.

Children must be accompanied.

A free event!

Book a place here: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/may-2018/exe-estu...

Seaton Wetlands Plant and Cake Sale

Event Date: 
25/05/2018 - 11:00am to 3:00pm
Venue: 
Seaton wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

Pick up plant bargains and enjoy tea and cake Pick-up a variety of plant bargains, nurtured by our fantastic volunteers.

While you choose your shrubs enjoy tea and cake from the Discovery Hut.

The plant and cake sale takes place in the centre of the beautiful Seaton Wetlands.

No dogs.

Donations for plants and cakes.

Find out more here: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/may-2018/plant-an...

What's that bird?

Event Date: 
24/05/2018 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Venue: 
Island hide at Seaton Wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

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 Island Hide at Seaton Wetlands.

Telescopes and binoculars are available for use in the hide free of charge during the session.

A free event.

Find out more here: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/may-2018/whats-th...

Willow Sunflowers Hearts & Dragonflies

Event Date: 
20/05/2018 - 10:00am to 4:00pm
Venue: 
Reed Base at Seaton Wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2SP

Make willow crafts with Windrush Willow Aimed at beginners, Richard an expert from Windrush Willow will guide you through making a wide range of items.

Try making hearts, bird feeders, sunflowers, dragonflies, snails and random weave balls out of willow!

Please bring an apron, notepad and packed lunch.

Cost includes all willow materials, expert tuition and hot drinks throughout the day.

You will go home with at least 3 items.

The class takes place in the peaceful Reed Base classroom in the heart of the Seaton Wetlands Nature Reserve.

£42 per...

Canoe safari

Event Date: 
14/05/2018 - 6:00pm to 8:30pm
Venue: 
Meet at Seaton wetlands, Colyford Road, Seaton, EX12 2S

Explore the wildlife of the river Axe by canoe Enjoy a guided trip down the river Axe discovering the area's wonderful wildlife from the river!

Led by qualified instructors from the Axe Vale Canoe Club with wildlife commentary from the Countryside Rangers.

No experience necessary, must be 8+ and able to swim 25m.

Riverside hot drink provided.

£26.00 per adult. £16.00 per child.

Book a place here: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/may-2018/canoe-sa...

Spring flower walk in Cranbrook

Event Date: 
12/05/2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Venue: 
Meet at Younghayes Community Centre, Cranbrook, EX5 7DR

Look for signs of spring Walk around the Cranbrook countryside with the Ranger looking for signs of spring!

Well behaved dogs on leads welcome.

Some off path walking. Contact the Countryside team to discuss access.

A free event.

book a place here: http://eastdevon.gov.uk/countryside/countryside-events/may-2018/spring-flower-walk-in-cranbrook/

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