Events for 2013

Come along and experience our varied events programme throughout the season.

Venue (unless otherwise stated)
Scottish Dolphin Centre,
Spey Bay
Fochabers
Moray
IV32 7PJ

Tel: 01343 820 339
Email: dolphincentre@whales.org

Unless otherwise stated, events are free (donations gratefully received) with a variety of activities to suit all ages. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate clothing to match weather conditions, respect the local wildlife and be prepared to have lots of fun!

May

Sunday 5th May 10-11am
Kingston Community Litter Sweep
Every month local people help to keep the Spey Bay reserve beautiful by sweeping the west side of the reserve for litter. If you would like to help out, please contact the ranger for more information. 01343 820339.

Monday 6th May 10:30am – 4:30pm
Really Wild Festival
Join us at the Scottish Dolphin Centre and on the Scottish Wildlife Trust reserve for a fun filled day celebrating the wild side of Spey Bay! This event will be packed with fun, interactive activities for all ages; including land based dolphin watching, guided walks, competitions, traditional music, food from Scotland's larder, local produce, entertainment and much more. Donations welcome. Parking at Spey Bay Golf Club, £2 per car. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Friday 10th May 7-9pm
Water of Life Guided Walk
The River Spey is central to the lives of many plants, animals and even people. Join us on a walk along the meandering banks of the river to discover some of the secrets of the Spey and the life it supports. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential.

Saturday 18th May 5-7am
Dawn Chorus Walk
Get up with the lark and start the day with a difference! Join us on an early morning stroll, experience the chorus of songbirds and help us to count the number of species on the reserve before coming back to the centre for a well-earned breakfast. Adults £3, children £2, SWT members £2 (including refreshments). Booking is essential.

June

Sunday 2nd June 10-11am
Kingston Community Litter Sweep
Every month local people help to keep the Spey Bay reserve beautiful by sweeping the west side of the reserve for litter. If you would like to help out, please contact the ranger for more information. 01343 820339.

Friday 7th June 7-9pm
Animal Tracks and Signs Guided Walk
Hone your tracking skills and find out about the more secretive inhabitants of Spey Bay on this guided evening walk. Booking is essential. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear and bring binoculars if you have them.

July

Friday 5th July 7-9pm
Alien Invasion Guided Walk and Activity
The aliens are invading! Join us on an evening walk to find out more about the aliens in our midst and to help us halt the spread of invasive species. Booking is essential. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Gloves will be provided.

Sunday 7th July 10-11am
Kingston Community Litter Sweep
Every month local people help to keep the Spey Bay reserve beautiful by sweeping the west side of the reserve for litter. If you would like to help out, please contact the ranger for more information. 01343 820339.

Wednesday 10th July 2-4pm
Wildlife Warriors
Spey Bay’s fantastic wildlife Kid’s club! Each week has a different theme from dinosaurs to dolphins, cave men to mad scientists. £2 per child, aimed at children aged 6-10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential and early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. Themes are still to be confirmed, please call 01343 820339 for more information.

Wednesday 17th July 2-4pm
Wildlife Warriors
Spey Bay’s fantastic wildlife Kid’s club! Each week has a different theme from dinosaurs to dolphins, cave men to mad scientists. £2 per child, aimed at children aged 6-10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential and early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. Themes are still to be confirmed, please call 01343 820339 for more information.

Friday 19th July 10am – 12pm
Pond Dipping
Dip into an amazing underwater world and come eye to eye with a dragonfly nymph at this pond dipping event on the Lein. £2 per child. All pond dipping equipment is provided but please wear wellies. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential.

Wednesday 24th July 2-4pm
Wildlife Warriors
Spey Bay’s fantastic wildlife Kid’s club! Each week has a different theme from dinosaurs to dolphins, cave men to mad scientists. £2 per child, aimed at children aged 6-10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential and early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. Themes are still to be confirmed, please call 01343 820339 for more information.

Friday 26th July 2-4:30pm
Bushcraft in the Bay
Spend a wild afternoon in Spey Bay, learning to live off the land! Build shelters, make fire and forage for wild foods with the Spey Bay ranger. £2 per child. Booking is essential. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday 27th July 10-12pm
Wader Wander
Join us on a morning wander around the Spey estuary for a chance to spot some of the reserve’s fantastic bird life and an opportunity to brush up on your wader ID. Meet in birdwatchers car park, next to the estuary in Kingston. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear and bring binoculars if you have them.

Wednesday 31st July 2-4pm
Wildlife Warriors
Spey Bay’s fantastic wildlife Kid’s club! Each week has a different theme from dinosaurs to dolphins, cave men to mad scientists. £2 per child, aimed at children aged 6-10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential and early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. Themes are still to be confirmed, please call 01343 820339 for more information.

August

Friday 2nd August 8-10pm
Creatures of the Night Walk
Darkness sweeps across the Moray Firth and signals a change of shift. Join us on this evening walk to see who takes over when the rest of us have gone to bed. Booking is essential. Please bring a torch if you have one. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Sunday 4th August 10-11am
Kingston Community Litter Sweep
Every month local people help to keep the Spey Bay reserve beautiful by sweeping the west side of the reserve for litter. If you would like to help out, please contact the ranger for more information. 01343 820339.

Wednesday 7th August 2-4pm
Wildlife Warriors
Spey Bay’s fantastic wildlife Kid’s club! Each week has a different theme from dinosaurs to dolphins, cave men to mad scientists.£2 per child, aimed at children aged 6-10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential and early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. Themes are still to be confirmed, please call 01343 820339 for more information.

Friday 9th August 10-12pm
Pond Dipping
Dip into an amazing underwater world and come eye to eye with a dragonfly nymph at this pond dipping event on the Lein. £2 per child, all pond dipping equipment is provided but please wear wellies. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential.

Wednesday 14th August 2-4pm
Wildlife Warriors
Spey Bay’s fantastic wildlife Kid’s club! Each week has a different theme from dinosaurs to dolphins, cave men to mad scientists. £2 per child, aimed at children aged 6-10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential and early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. Themes are still to be confirmed, please call 01343 820339 for more information.

Friday 16th August 2-4:30pm
Bushcraft in the Bay
Spend a wild afternoon in Spey Bay, learning to live off the land! Build shelters, make fire and forage for wild foods with the Spey Bay ranger. £2 per child. Booking is essential. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

September

Sunday 1st September 10-11am
Kingston Community Litter Pick
Every month local people help to keep the Spey Bay reserve beautiful by sweeping the west side of the reserve for litter. If you would like to help out, please contact the ranger for more information. 01343 820339.

Friday 6th September 7-9pm
Fairytales by Firelight
As evenings draw in come and join us for a final fire on the beach; listen to stories, toast some marshmallows and soak in the atmosphere as the sun sets over the sea. Booking is essential. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

October

Sunday 6th October 10-11am
Kingston Community Litter Sweep
Every month local people help to keep the Spey Bay reserve beautiful by sweeping the west side of the reserve for litter. If you would like to help out, please contact the ranger for more information. 01343 820339.

Wednesday 16th October 2-4pm
Wildlife Warriors
Spey Bay’s fantastic wildlife Kid’s club! Each week has a different theme from dinosaurs to dolphins, cave men to mad scientists. £2 per child, aimed at children aged 6-10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential and early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. Themes are still to be confirmed, please call 01343 820339 for more information.

Wednesday 23rd October 2-4pm
Wildlife Warriors
Spey Bay’s fantastic wildlife Kid’s club! Each week has a different theme from dinosaurs to dolphins, cave men to mad scientists. £2 per child, aimed at children aged 6-10. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential and early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment. Themes are still to be confirmed, please call 01343 820339 for more information.

Friday 25th October: Drop-in sessions 10am – 12pm and 2-4pm
Halloween Lantern Making
Transform a glass jar into a spooky lantern, ready for Halloween. Please bring your own glass jar, large enough to fit a tealight inside and we will provide everything else that you need! Drop in sessions between 10am-12pm and 2-4pm. £2 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday 26th October 6 – 7:30pm
Halloween Horrors Party
Ghastly ghouls, devilish demons and spooky spectres await you in the Ice House. There will be games, music, fancy dress and pumpkin soup so come along and join the fun! £2 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential.