Saturday 10 June

• Den of Airlie, Angus
• 10.00 am
• Free

An outing led by Dr Hugh Ingram to explore the diversity of natural features at the point where the rivers Melgram and Isla meet. Wear outdoor clothing and stout footwear. Bring waterproofs.

• SWT Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre
• For details see Sunday 4 June

• Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park, Renfrewshire
• For details see Saturday 3 June.

• Highland Wildlife Park, Kingussie
• For details see Saturday 3 June.

• Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park, Renfrewshire
• 1.00 pm
• Free, 20% discount on refreshments for SWT members.
• Booking essential

Take advantage of a free lift up the Calder Glen to Muirshiel Country Park for the chance to see these brilliant birds, the hen harriers on CCTV. There will also be an opportunity for a moorland meander into hen harrier country with a member of staff.

• Crieff
• For details see Saturday 3 June

• Stirling University
• 4.00 pm
• Free
• Booking essential

Organised by SWT and BRISC (Biological Recording In Scotland), this introductory course is designed to persuade lovers of the countryside that wildflower identification is an enjoyable and worthwhile hobby. The day will include an illustrated talk, hands on experience and field work.

• National Park Gateway Centre at Loch Lomond Shores
• 11.00 am–4.00 pm
• Free

Nettles aren’t nasty! Re-discover this remarkable plant, how to eat it, its medicinal properties and the benefits for wildlife. You may be in for a few surprises and find that nettles can be easily grasped. Wear outdoor clothing and stout footwear. Bring insect repellent.

• National Park Gateway Centre at Loch Lomond Shores
• 11.00 am–4.00 pm
• Free

Come along and talk to the people who are protecting Scotland’s wildlife and find out how you can help. You will have the opportunity to view real wildlife crime scenarios in guided walks.

• Balmaha Visitor Centre
• 10.00 am–4.30 pm
• Free
• Booking essential

Join the Countryside Rangers and the National Trust for Scotland in exploring the archaeology on the east side of Loch Lomond. During this introduction to the subject we will first visit a number of sites to see what signs are present. There will also be a guided walk around the Hidden History Trail looking at more clues to who lived there in the past. Wear waterproof outdoor clothing and stout footwear. Bring a packed lunch.

INFO: Balmaha Visitor Centre on 01389 722 102 to book a place.

• National Park Visitor Centre, Luss
• 12 noon–3.30 pm
• Free

Join the Countryside Rangers and friends for some family fun and find out more about the diverse wildlife that lives in the park.

• Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World, Dobbies Garden Centre, near Dalkeith
• For details see Saturday 3 June.

• John O’Groats Ferries
• For details see Saturday 3 June.

• Dobbies Garden Centre, Kinross
• 2.00–3.00 pm
• Free

Join us for our summer events weekend, including a talk by Duncan Cuthill, plant manager, on how to encourage wildlife into your garden.

• Glenfinnan
• For details see Tuesday 6 June.

• SWT Hare Moss Wildlife Reserve, Scottish Borders
• 10.30 am
• Free, donations welcome
• Booking essential.

Work up your appetite while helping to improve this wetland reserve for wildlife. If you fancy a day out with some food, but don’t wish to work, then come along anyway! Wear old clothes and stout footwear. Bring waterproof clothing.

• Cupar, Fife
• For details see Saturday 3 June.

• Galloway Wildlife Conservation Park, Kirkcudbright
• For details see Saturday 3 June.

• Highland Adventure Safaris, Aberfeldy
• For details see Saturday 3 June.

• The Dolphin Centre, Cromarty
• For details see Saturday 3 June.

• Cairngorm National Park, Aviemore
• For details see Saturday 3 June.

• Scottish Seabird Centre, North Berwick
• For details see Saturday 3 June.

• SWT Montrose Basin Visitor Centre
• 10.30 am–12 noon
• £2.00 per child
• Booking essential

Come along and hunt for mini-beasts that make their home in the pond. Wear wellie boots and waterproof outdoor clothing.