The Highland Council Ranger Service
organises a full programme of walks and talks
throughout the year on a wide variety of themes
and routes throughout the Sunart Oakwoods area.
As well as the family walks listed below, don't
miss WILD ON WEDNESDAYS (WoW
DAYS), run during school holidays for children
aged 7 - 12.
Click here for the schedule.
For further information contact Eilidh-Ann Madden,
the West Lochaber Countryside Ranger, on 01967
40 2232 or 07766440726. E-mail: eilidh-ann.madden@highland.gov.uk
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WALKS FOR ALL THE FAMILY, 2010
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Grid Ref
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Grade
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Cost
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Thurs
15th April
11.30 – 1.00pm
West Lochaber
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Strontian
Community Woodland
This Woodland is home to over 60 different tree species and a
Community Composting Site. Find out why these trees are important and learn
about the composting process along the way! Meet at Strontian Tourist
Information Centre.
Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 40 2232
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NM 815 616
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B
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£3
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Thurs
6th May
1.30pm – 3.30pm
West Lochaber
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Volcanic
Rings and Other Things
Tip toe over the stepping stones and ponder
on the deserted village of Glen Drian hidden in the geology of the famous
Volcanic Ring Dyke. Meet at Kilchoan Community Centre. Please bring own
transport.
Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 40 2232
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NM 491 636
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B
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£3
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Thurs
10th June
Evening
West Lochaber
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Sunart
Bat Watch
A short slide show and talk followed by an evening walk to learn more
about these elusive creatures. Meet at Forestry Office, Strontian.
Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 40 2232
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NM 814 619
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A
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£3
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Wed
21st July
11.30am – 2.00pm
West Lochaber
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Teddy
Bears Picnic
Fun and games for pre-school children. Lets go on a “Bear Hunt” around
the Strontian Woodlands followed by a picnic lunch. Bring your favourite
teddy bear! Meet at Forestry Commission Office, Strontian.
Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 40 2232
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NM 814 619
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A
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£3/family
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Thurs
19th Aug
11.30am – 4.00pm
West Lochaber
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A
Journey through History
From chambered cairns to clearance villages, join the Ranger on a
journey from Neolithic times to the present day below majestic Ben Hiant.
Please bring a packed lunch. Meet at Camas nan Geall carpark, Ardnamurchan.
Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 40 2232
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NM 562 616
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C
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£5
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Thurs
23nd September 1.30pm – 3.00pm
West Lochaber
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A
Walk in the Woods
A circular walk around Sonachan hazel woodland with wonderful views of
Ardnamurchan Lighthouse and the Small Isles. Meet at Sonachan Hotel,
Ardnamurchan.
Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 40 2232
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NM 454 664
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C
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£3
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WILD ON WEDNESDAYS (WoW DAYS)
2010
Wild on Wednesdays (WoW) are special events for children
age 7 – 12 years which run throughout the school
holidays in Lochaber.
Join the Highland Council and Forestry Commission Rangers
for fun wildlife activities at Sgoil na Coille, Salen.
BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL as numbers are
limited to 12 for each session, there is a charge of
£3.00 per session. To book, contact Eilidh-Ann
Madden, the West Lochaber Countryside Ranger, on 01967
40 2232 or 07766440726.
E-mail: eilidh-ann.madden@highland.gov.uk
WoW days can be attended as a one-off or come along
to them all while working towards your John Muir Award.
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Grid Ref
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Grade
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Cost
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Wed
31st March
1.30pm
West Lochaber
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Wild
on Wednesday
Fun & Games for 7-11yrs old at Sgoil na Coille, Salen with the
Highland Council and Forestry Commission Rangers.
Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 40 2232
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NM 692 649
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B
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Child £3
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Wed 7th April
1.30pm
West
Lochaber
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Wild
on Wednesday
Fun & Games for 7-11yrs old at Sgoil na Coille, Salen with the
Highland Council and Forestry Commission Rangers.
Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 40 2232
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NM 692 649
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B
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Child £3
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Wed
14th July
1.30pm
West Lochaber
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Wild
on Wednesday
Fun & Games for 7-11yrs old at Sgoil na Coille, Salen with the
Highland Council and Forestry Commission Rangers.
Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 40 2232
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NM 692 649
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B
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Child £3
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Wed
13th October
1.30pm
West Lochaber
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Wild
on Wednesday
Fun & Games for 7-11yrs old at Sgoil na Coille, Salen with the
Highland Council and Forestry Commission Rangers.
Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 40 2232
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NM 692 649
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B
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Child £3
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Wed
20th October
1.30pm
West Lochaber
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Wild
on Wednesday
Fun & Games for 7-11yrs old at Sgoil na Coille, Salen with the
Highland Council and Forestry Commission Rangers.
Phone for details, bookings etc 01967 40 2232
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NM 692 649
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B
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Child £3
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