"Connections" Nighttime Sensory Walks

Immerse yourself in the nocturnal world. Slow down into a guided sensory experience, led by Exhibit Scotlands Andrew Macdonald.

Bringing together fun wildlife watching activities with nature connection invitations, to create a special nighttime immersive experience full of sensory delight.

This is an all weather (as long as its not high winds we will go) event. Participants must dress appropriately for being outside at night during the autumn season. As well as a waterproof jacket, waterproof trousers are recommended for kneeling or sitting without getting wet. (If it rains, we will make the most of being rained on)

Stout / walking footwear is recommended, as depending on the event we will be walking in woodland, on muddy paths, along the shore, through grass / fields etc.

While these routes are chosen to be accessible to a wide audience, they feature varied terrain that may not be suitable for everyone. The walks include uneven paths and shore and long unlit sections, so we recommend checking the route details to ensure they match your comfort and mobility levels."

Maximum 6 people per group / walk, book early to avoid disappointment.

Age 11+ (Young people under 15 must be accompanied by an adult)

Friday 9th to Monday 12th "Stinchar Walk"
Wednesday 14th to Saturday 17th "Shore Explore"
Sunday 18th "Stinchar Walk"
Shore Explore: Meet at bus stop opposite Shellknowe Garage

Stinchar Walk: Meet at old Stinchar bridge

9pm start

Walk itinerary looks like:

Introductory circle, night walk safety
What is nature immersion?
Explore the natural world using different types of light
Look out for bats, listen to bat echo location using a bat detector
Listen out for nocturnal wildlife and look with infrared
A hot drink and storytime halfway
Slow down, take a moment to examine the natural world
Capture some interesting content for your social media
Closing circle, reflection.
If we are graced with some clear sky we will also spend time observing what is on show together. For this reason, event end times may vary.

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Your Guides Credentials:

Andrew Macdonald: Naturalist, Ecotherapy practitioner, XR for Good innovator, Outdoor leader / Instructor, Environmental educator, Presenter of "Biosphere Live" digital access broadcasts, Multi-award winning nature film maker / photographer. Managing Director of Exhibit Scotland. GSA Biosphere certification mark, guide and proud supporter accreditation.

Andrew holds a first aid in the outdoors certificate and has been active in the role of outdoor leader / instructor for 20 years, delivering outcomes for organisation such as SAMH, National Trust for Scotland, Scottish Forestry, Apex Scotland, BTCV, Borders Forest Trust, Scottish Waterways Trust, Plantlife Scotland, NHS Scotland