What’s On
Wild Weans! Family Day
Monday 29 July 2024
10 am – 4 pm
Come along to Dundreggan for an unforgettable family day of exploration, discovery and endless excitement in nature’s playground!
Mythology and Folklore of the Highlands
3 Aug, 31 Aug & 5 Oct 2024
10.30 am – 12.30 pm
Join us on a journey through time as we explore the wild and historic estate of Dundreggan and hear seasonal stories, mythology, and lore of Highland folk throughout the ages.
People and Plants
Sunday 4 August 2024
10 am – 4 pm
Explore the ancient woodlands of Dundreggan to learn more about our relationships with plants and the connections between Scotland’s people and the land.
How To Be A Naturalist
Saturday 17 August 2024
10 am – 3 pm
Join expert naturalist Dan Puplett in this workshop for nature lovers of all ages, and discover fun and memorable ways to explore the wild world.
Gaelic Landscape Walk: Ceum an Aitinn
25 Aug & 2 Oct 2024
10.30 – 11.30 am
Join us on a walk around Ceum an Aitinn, the juniper path, to discover more about the relationship between people, Gaelic language and the landscape here at Dundreggan.
Gaelic Language: Connecting People and Nature
Saturday 31 August 2024
10.30 am – 4 pm
We are delighted to be partnering with the Shieling Project to deliver a joint day of activities, all with a local Gaelic heritage focus!
Fire, Forage and Folklore
Sunday 1 September 2024
10 am – 4 pm
Join our day workshop to feel reconnected to yourself, your heritage and the land through practical skills our ancestors have mastered for millennia such as fire lighting, natural dyeing, cordage and more.
Wildlife Tracking
Saturday 7 September 2024
10 am – 3 pm
Spend a full day with expert naturalist and tracker Dan Puplett as he shows us the art of reading the landscape for clues about wildlife.
Biofluorescent Night Walks with David Atthowe
Saturday 21 September 2024
8 – 9.30 pm or 10 – 11.30 pm
As seen as BBC News, join nature guide David Atthowe for an extraordinary adventure into the fascinating world of biofluorescence!
Gaelic Landscape Walk: Ceum a’ Ghiuthais
24 Sep & 29 Oct 2024
10 am – 1 pm
Join us on a walk up Ceum a’ Ghiuthais, the pine path, to discover the Gaelic heritage of this area through beautiful woodland and open moorland.
Birch Leaf Pendant Carving
Saturday 28 September 2024
10 am – 4 pm
Take your carving skills to a new level as you progress through the stages of shaping your birch leaf and adding fine detail to bring it to life as a pendant.
Tree of Life: Exploring Nature’s Connections
Sunday 29 September 2024
10 am – 1 pm
Join us to find out about the interconnectedness of all life – trees, fungi, climate, rivers, fish, nitrogen, soil, culture, well being and so much more on this guided walk.
Wild Wellbeing
Sunday 6 October 2024
10 am – 4 pm
Experience an immersive and embodied day of rejuvenation, reconnecting and rewilding yourself through mindfulness, movement and nature immersion.
Neuroscience in Nature
Thursday 10 October 2024
10 am – 1 pm
Did you know that time in nature can improve your memory, boost your attention span, and combat stress and anxiety? Learn how nature exposure impacts our brain chemistry!
Kolrosing
Thursday 24 October 2024
10 am – 1 pm
Learn how to create bold designs on wood by etching a pattern then rubbing in coffee grounds to highlight and emphasise. Create your own pendant or key ring!
Wand Carving
Saturday 2 November 2024
10 am – 1 pm
Unlock your creativity with a fun wand-carving workshop! Carve a hollow spiral handle, add fine details then cast your own spells!