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hectic. Within a few short weeks, young
have to be reared and provided for.
With predators themselves with offspring
to feed, life is by no means easy!
Damsels and Dragons
9th August 2015, Risley Moss Nature
Reserve, 14:00 - 15:30
Join us as we look for some of the 17
species of dragonflies and damselflies
recorded here at Risley Moss. As well
as chance to ID some butterflies in the
woodland and out on the mossland.
Places are limited so please book in
advance on 01925 824339
Wild Wonders – Summer scavenger hunt
13 Aug 2015, Grappenhall Heys Walled
Garden, 1pm – 3pm
Fun for all the family! Get the kids out
and about and explore nature on your
doorstep. Pick up details of the scavenger
hunt from the glasshouses and complete
challenges in and around the gardens.
Recycled Rockets
11th August 2015, Ranger Centre,
Birchwood Forest Park 13:30 - 15:30
Ground control to Major Tom;
Commencing countdown, engines on.
A fun-filled afternoon as we show you
how to make powerful rockets from
those fizzy drink bottles we normally
throw away.
Please book in advance on 01925
824239. Parental supervision required.
Minibeasting
12th August 2015, Risley Moss Nature
Reserve, 14:00 - 15:30
A chance to explore the secret world
of minibeasts which are found in our
meadows, woods and mosses.
Places are limited so please book in
advance on 01925 824339
Seasons: Two - Summer
13th August 2015, Visitor centre,
Manchester road, WA3 6ED, 19:00 20:30
Clear blue skies, buzz of insect, cocktails
on the lawn and some easy living….For
some of us, maybe, but for wildlife it’s
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Batty about Bats
19th August 2015, Bewsey Bridge, by
Lodge Lane car park, Bewsey WA5 0AG,
20:30 - 22:00
Sankey Valley Park is home to many
different species of bats. Join the Rangers
for this guided walk around the park
and see how many species we can find.
Children must be accompanied by an
adult.
Places are limited so please book in
advance on 01925 571836.
Summer Treasure Trail
20th August 2015, Risley Moss Nature
Reserve, 14:00 - 15:00
Give the old grey matter a workout on
this summer sizzler of a treasure hunt.
Prizes for the winners!
Bats man!
24th August 2015, Risley Moss Nature
Reserve, 20:30 - 22:00
Bats for beginners at Risley Moss. Join
us as we take a casual stroll around the
Reserve as darkness falls, armed with
electronic bat detectors.
Places are limited so please book in
advance on 01925 824339
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