October October October

Saturday 6 th & Sunday 7 th 11am – 4pm Woodland Craft Weekend Come along to Eastham Country Park and discover the ancient and modern methods of woodland crafts. Watch the hurdle maker weave his hazel fence and the bodger on his pole lathe. Have a go yourself and try you hand at some traditional crafts, plus lots of displays and information. This event is suitable for the whole family to enjoy. No need to book, just come along to Eastham Country Park (SJ 363818) between the above times. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 327 1007

Sunday 7 th 1pm – 3.30pm Leasowe Lighthouse Open Day Climb the 130 steps to the top of the oldest brick built lighthouse in Britain. The guided tours led by the Friends of Leasowe Lighthouse run every ½ hour and last 20 minutes. There is a minimum height restriction of 1.06 metres for people wishing to visit the top and a charge of £1 per adult and 50p per child (under 16). Alternatively why not spend some time in the newly-refurbished ground floor exhibition area where you can buy souvenirs and enjoy some refreshments. No need to book. Just turn up at Leasowe Lighthouse, off Pasture Road, Moreton (SJ 253914) between the above times. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 678 5488

Sunday 7 th 2pm – 4pm Telegraph Station Open Day The Friends of Hilbre will be opening the best preserved Holyhead to Liverpool optical telegraph station which is now a small visitor centre on the main island. They will also be staffing the Wirral Council Parks and Countryside mobile Information Unit at West Kirby Marine Lake Car Park (SJ 210868) to help with safe crossing times and other information about the islands. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 678 5488

Saturday 14 th & Sunday 15 th 10am – 4pm Abseil Down Leasowe Lighthouse Abseil 100 feet down the oldest brick built lighthouse in the country and raise money for the Stroke Association. Register as an individual or as a team at just £10 per person. You will be required to raise a further £75 minimum and anyone raising over £115 will be awarded a t-shirt on the day, as well as prizes for the largest amount of sponsorship raised and the largest team. For further enquiries ℡ 07799 436011

Sunday 14 th 11am – 3pm Hedgehog Heaven Join the Rangers and members of the British Hedgehog Preservation Society for a fun day of hedgehog arts and crafts and learn more about our spikey friends. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. No need to book, just turn up at Eastham Country Park (SJ 363818) between the above times. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 327 1007

Thursday 18 th 11am – 3pm North Wirral Coastal Park Task Day Join the Rangers and members of the Friends of North Wirral Coastal Park and undertake a day of conservation work to improve the habitats along Wirral’s coast. Booking essential ℡ 0151 678 5488

Saturday 20 th 10.30am – 12.30pm Fungal Foray Join the Rangers and members of the North West Fungi Group and learn more about the different fungi that can be found at Eastham Country Park and their key role in the recycling of the woodland ecosystem. This event is not suitable for children under 8 years old. Booking essential ℡ 0151 327 1007 Saturday 20 th 7pm – 9.30pm Starwatch Join members of the Liverpool Astronomical Society at Wirral Country Park and learn more about the night sky with an opportunity to look through some telescopes (weather permitting) with displays and slide shows. Refreshments will also be available. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy and all children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. No need to book, just turn up at the Wirral Country Park Visitor Centre, Thurstaston (SJ 238835). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

Sunday 21 st 10.30am – 12noon Autumn in Birkenhead Park The warm autumn colours on its wide variety of trees transforms Birkenhead Park into its most beautiful at this time of year. Join the Rangers for a tour and discover more about this world famous public park. No need to book. Meet at the Park Pavilion (SJ 310892). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 652 5197

Wednesday 24 th 11am – 12.30pm Children’s Wildlife Safari at Birkenhead Park Search for wildlife in the undergrowth and discover the hidden world of bugs, beetles and other creepy crawlies! All children Under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential ℡ 0151 652 5197

Thursday 25 th 1.30pm – 3pm Animal Actions Come along to Royden Park and join the Rangers to discover how animals live and move. This activity is suitable for children aged from 6 – 12 years old. All children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at the Coach House, Royden Park (SJ 245857). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Saturday 27 th 10am – 12noon Beginners Fungal Foray Learn about and try your hand at identifying the many different fungi which grow on Bidston Hill and Flaybrick Memorial Gardens. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential ℡ 0151 653 9332

Saturday 27 th 11am – 12.30pm Birkenhead Park Junior Rangers Club A morning of activities for children aged from 8 – 12 years old, all with an environmental theme. Places are limited. Booking essential ℡ 0151 652 5197

Saturday 27 th 11am – 4pm Bird Activity Day Find out how you can help our feathered friends through the winter months. The Rangers at Eastham Country Park, in conjunction with the RSPB, are hosting a fun-filled day of bird events and activities. Follow a bird trail through the woods, join in the crafts in the Visitor Centre and find out what birds are feeding in the nature garden. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. No need to book, just turn up at the Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre (SJ 363818) between the above times. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 327 1007

Saturday 27 th 1pm – 2pm Tidelines Come along to Wirral Country Park and join the Rangers on a scavenge along the high water tide lines of Thurstaston Beach. Look for sea potatoes and crab shells that have been washed up after some of the highest tides of the year. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy and all children must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book. Meet at the Wirral Country Park Visitor Centre, Thurstaston (SJ 238835). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

Sunday 28 th 10am – 3pm Dales Scrub Clearance Join other volunteers and help the Ranger restore the valuable heathland habitat at Heswall Dales. Suitable clothing and footwear are essential and a packed lunch is recommended. No need to book. Meet at Dale Farm Entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall (SJ 258825). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Sunday 28 th 10.30am – 1pm Turning Leaf British Summer time has officially ended, so why not mark the changing seasons by joining the Rangers at Wirral Country Park on a walk to find some signs of autumn. Waterproof clothing and stout footwear are essential. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

Sunday 28 th 1.30pm – 3.30pm Autumn Colours at Arrowe Country Park Join the Ranger on a walk through the woodlands of Arrowe Country Park where the autumn leaves provide a colourful display. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. No need to book. Meet at the main entrance to Arrowe Country Park, by the Arrowe Park Golf Centre next to the Cherry Orchard public house (SJ 275858). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

November November Novem ber

Saturday 3 rd 1pm – 3pm Masterchef Goes Wild Join the Rangers at Wirral Country Park for a feast plundered straight from nature’s larder. Wander along the hedgerows and through the woodlands learning about wild foods and then enjoy a selection of jams and drinks made from local natural ingredients. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

Sunday 4 th 10am – 3pm Beacons Scrub Clearance Join other volunteers and help the Ranger restore the valuable heathland habitat at Heswall Beacons. Suitable clothing and footwear are essential and a packed lunch is recommended. No need to book. Meet at Heswall Beacon Car Park, Beacon Lane, off Telegraph Road (A540) Heswall (SJ 271815). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Sunday 4 th 10am – 12noon Acorn Challenge and Scavenger Hunt Enjoy the autumn colours of the trees and hedgerows and see if you can find the biggest acorn on our scavenger hunt and walk through Dibbinsdale Local Nature Reserve. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. Booking essential ℡ 0151 334 9851

Sunday 4 th 1pm – 3.30pm Leasowe Lighthouse Open Day Climb the 130 steps to the top of the oldest brick built lighthouse in Britain. The guided tours led by the Friends of Leasowe Lighthouse run every ½ hour and last 20 minutes. There is a minimum height restriction of 1.06 metres for people wishing to visit the top and a charge of £1 per adult and 50p per child (under 16). Alternatively why not spend some time in the newly-refurbished ground floor exhibition area where you can buy souvenirs and enjoy some refreshments. No need to book. Just turn up at Leasowe Lighthouse, off Pasture Road, Moreton (SJ 253914) between the above times. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 678 5488

Wednesday 14 th 10am – 3pm Dales Scrub Clearance Join other volunteers and help the Ranger restore the valuable heathland habitat at Heswall Dales. Suitable clothing and footwear are essential and a packed lunch is recommended. No need to book. Meet at Dale Farm Entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall (SJ 258825). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Wednesday 14 th 10am – 12.30pm A Guided Walk on Bidston Hill Discover the delights of Bidston Hill on this guided walk, from its Triassic sandstone foundation and its Viking colonizers to its Victorian protectors. This gentle circular walk is suitable for the whole family to enjoy and will include a brief look at the geology, rock carvings, the observatory and lighthouse and the flora and fauna. No need to book. Meet at Tam O’ Shanter Urban Farm (SJ292894) off Boundary Road. Sorry no dogs. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 653 9332

Thursday 15 th 11am – 3pm North Wirral Coastal Park Task Day Join the Rangers and members of the Friends of North Wirral Coastal Park and undertake a day of conservation work to improve the habitats along Wirral’s coast. Booking essential ℡ 0151 678 5488

Sunday 18 th 10.30am – 11.30am & 2pm – 3pm Fantastic Feeders As the days shorten and the temperatures drop our garden birds need all the help they can get if they are to survive the winter months. Come along to Wirral Country Park and make a high energy feeder for your garden. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

Sunday 18 th 10.30am – 2.30pm Scrub Management at Eastham Woods Help the Rangers at Eastham Country Park remove trees and thin out scrub in one of the most biologically diverse and less seen areas of the park followed by baked potatoes and hot drinks in the visitor centre. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear are essential. This event is not suitable for children under 14 years old. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at the Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre (SJ 363818). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 327 1007

Sunday 18 th 10.30am – 12noon A Brief History of Birkenhead Park Join the Ranger for a walk around Britain’s first publicly-funded park. Discover more about its history from Paxton’s original design and how it has influenced the design of other parks around the world. No need to book. Meet at the Park Pavilion (SJ 310892). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 652 5197

Sunday 25 th 9.30am Start Wader Watch at Kings Gap Join the Rangers, staff from the RSPB and the Dee Estuary Voluntary Wardens for a high tide wader watch at Kings Gap. No need to book. Meet at the junction of Kings Gap and Kings Parade, Hoylake (SJ 213892). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 678 5488

Sunday 25 th 1pm – 3.30pm Heathland Scrub Clearance Help the Rangers conserve the valuable heathland at Thurstaston Common Local Nature Reserve by removing invading birch trees. Suitable warm waterproof clothing and footwear are essential. All tools and training will be provided. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at Thurstaston Hill Car Park, off Telegraph Road, Thurstaston (SJ 246845). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

December December December

Sunday 2 nd 1pm – 3.30pm Leasowe Lighthouse Open Day Climb the 130 steps to the top of the oldest brick built lighthouse in Britain. The guided tours led by the Friends of Leasowe Lighthouse run every ½ hour and last 20 minutes. There is a minimum height restriction of 1.06 metres for people wishing to visit the top and a charge of £1 per adult and 50p per child (under 16). Alternatively, why not spend some time in the newly-refurbished ground floor exhibition area where you can buy souvenirs and enjoy some refreshments. No need to book. Just turn up at Leasowe Lighthouse, off Pasture Road, Moreton (SJ 253914) between the above times. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 678 5488

Sunday 2 nd 1.30pm – 3.30pm Dibbinsdale Local History Walk and Talk An illustrated slide talk followed by a walk in the reserve is an interesting introduction to this woodland, looking at its development from earliest times to its Victorian and 21 st Century legacy. No need to book. Meet outside the Dibbinsdale Hotel, Dibbinsdale Road, Bromborough (SJ 337828). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 334 9851

Sunday 9 th 10.30am – 2pm Holly Hacking Come along to Dibbinsdale Local Nature Reserve and cut your own holly to make into wreaths or table top decorations for the festive season. Warm waterproof (and prickle proof!) clothing and suitable footwear is essential. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy and all children must be supervised at all times. Tools will be provided. Booking essential ℡ 0151 334 9851

Sunday 9 th 10.30am – 3pm Winter Woodland Walk Join the Ranger on this delightful walk across Wirral’s countryside through woodlands and over fields. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. Suitable clothing and footwear are essential and a packed lunch is recommended. No need to book. Meet at the Rangers Office, Next to the Walled Garden, Royden Park (SJ 254857). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Sunday 9 th 10.30am – 12noon A Stroll around Heswall Dales Join the Ranger for a gentle walk around Heswall Dales Local Nature Reserve looking for signs of winter and enjoy some spectacular views from this heathland site. Suitable clothing and footwear are essential. No need to book. Meet at Dale Farm entrance, Oldfield Road (off Telegraph Road and Quarry Road) Heswall (SJ 258825). Sorry no dogs. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Tuesday 11 th 9am – 12noon The Dee Estuary Join the Wirral Country Park Rangers at a prime wader watchpoint on the internationally important Dee Estuary. As the tide races in to cover the mudflats, which are rich in invertebrates, the birds are pushed closer together as they feed. Learn more about bird migration and get some spectacular views of Knot and Dunlin. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear are essential. Please bring binoculars if you have them. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at Banks Road Car Park, Lower Heswall, near Sheldrake’s Restaurant (SJ 255814). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

Sunday 16 th 10am – 3pm Dales Scrub Clearance Join other volunteers and help the Ranger restore the valuable heathland habitat at Heswall Dales. Suitable clothing and footwear are essential and a packed lunch is recommended. No need to book. Meet at Dale Farm entrance, Oldfield Road (off Telegraph Road and Quarry Road) Heswall (SJ 258825). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Sunday 16 th 10.30am – 12noon Little Known Facts about Birkenhead Park Did you know that the Welsh Eisteddfod Stone is made of Welsh Granite or that the Grand Entrance was originally planned to be twice its present size or that Heartbreak Hill was so called because the workmen employed to push heavy wheelbarrows from the lake excavation were only paid a penny a day? Join the Ranger and learn more about this world famous public park. No need to book. Meet at the Park Pavilion (SJ 310892). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 652 5197

Sunday 16 th 11am – 3pm Christmas Activity Day Enjoy a day of Christmas arts and crafts at Eastham Country Park. Follow a Christmas trail around the woods, join in the craft activities in the visitor centre and, weather permitting, take a ride with Father Christmas and his horse drawn sleigh. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. No need to book, just come along to the Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre (SJ 363818) between the above times. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 327 1007

Thursday 20 th 11am – 3pm North Wirral Coastal Park Task Day Join the Rangers and members of the Friends of North Wirral Coastal Park and undertake a day of conservation work to improve the habitats along Wirral’s coast. Booking essential ℡ 0151 678 5488

Saturday 22 nd 11am – 12.30pm Birkenhead Park Junior Rangers Club A morning of activities for children aged from 8 – 12 years old, all with an environmental theme. Places are limited. Booking essential ℡ 0151 652 5197

Saturday 22 nd 11am – 3pm On the Trail of Christmas Ready for a break from the Christmas shopping rush? Then come along to Wirral Country Park and wander along the Christmas trail to discover the origins of some of our yuletide traditions. There will be an early Christmas present if you complete the trail! This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy and all children must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book, just come along to the Wirral Country Park Visitor Centre, Thurstaston (SJ 238835) between the above times. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

January January January

Wednesday 2 nd 10.30am – 12.30pm New Year Walk Start the year with a stroll around Eastham Woods. Join the Ranger and discover more about the wildlife of the woods or just get out and about after the New Year festivities. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable clothing are essential. This activity is suitable for all the family to enjoy. No need to book. Meet at the Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre (SJ 363818). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 327 1007

Sunday 6 th 1pm – 3.30pm Leasowe Lighthouse Open Day Climb the 130 steps to the top of the oldest brick built lighthouse in Britain. The guided tours led by the Friends of Leasowe Lighthouse run every ½ hour and last 20 minutes. There is a minimum height restriction of 1.06 metres for people wishing to visit the top and a charge of £1 per adult and 50p per child (under 16). Alternatively, why not spend some time in the newly-refurbished ground floor exhibition area where you can buy souvenirs and enjoy some refreshments. No need to book. Just turn up at Leasowe Lighthouse, off Pasture Road, Moreton (SJ 253914) between the above times. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 678 5488

Sunday 6 th 1.30pm – 3.30pm A Woodland in Waiting Blow away the ‘old year’ cobwebs and enjoy a walk around the Dibbinsdale woodlands and then relax watching a slide show about this Site of Special Scientific Interest and what to look forward to throughout the rest of the year. No need to book. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear are essential. Meet outside the Dibbinsdale Hotel, Dibbinsdale Road, Bromborough (SJ 337828). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 334 9851

Sunday 13 th 10am – 3pm Dales Scrub Clearance Join other volunteers and help the Ranger restore the valuable heathland habitat at Heswall Dales. Suitable clothing and footwear are essential and a packed lunch is recommended. No need to book. Meet at Dale Farm Entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall (SJ 258825). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Sunday 13 th 1pm – 3pm Triassic Park Join the Rangers on a guided walk around Wirral Country Park looking at its geology in a story dating back 230 millions of years. Learn how glaciers shaped the landscape and how their legacy still influences the way the park is managed today. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear are essential. Booking essential ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

Sunday 13 th 1pm – 3.30pm Woodland Conservation Task Day Join other volunteers and the Rangers and help manage the woodlands at Arrowe Country Park by thinning out and removing unwanted species. Suitable clothing and footwear are essential and hot soup will be available. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at Arrowe Brook Road Car Park, Arrowe Brook Road (SJ 265868). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Wednesday 16 th 10am – 12.30pm A Guided Walk on Bidston Hill Discover the delights of Bidston Hill on this guided walk, from its Triassic sandstone foundation and its Viking colonizers to its Victorian protectors. This gentle circular walk is suitable for the whole family to enjoy and will include a brief look at the geology, rock carvings, the observatory and lighthouse and the flora and fauna. No need to book. Meet at Tam O’ Shanter Urban Farm (SJ292894) off Boundary Road. Sorry no dogs. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 653 9332

Thursday 17 th 11am – 3pm North Wirral Coastal Park Task Day Join the Rangers and members of the Friends of North Wirral Coastal Park and undertake a day of conservation work to improve the habitats along Wirral’s coast. Booking essential ℡ 0151 678 5488

Sunday 20 th 10.30am – 12noon A Winter Walk in Birkenhead Park Winter is the time when the park is at its most quiet and tranquil. Join the Ranger on a guided walk and learn more about this world famous public park. No need to book. Meet at the Park Pavilion (SJ 310892). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 652 5197

Sunday 20 th 10.30am – 2.30pm Scrub Management at Eastham Woods Help the Rangers at Eastham Country Park remove trees and thin out scrub in one of the most biologically diverse and less-seen areas of the park followed by baked potatoes and hot drinks in the visitor centre. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear are essential. This event is not suitable for children under 14 years old. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at the Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre (SJ 363818). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 327 1007

Sunday 20 th 1pm – 3pm It’s All in The Past Learn more about Thurstaston Village and the origins of the first country park in England on this Ranger led guided walk through Thurstaston Parish. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

Saturday 26 th 11am – 12.30pm Birkenhead Park Junior Rangers Club A morning of activities for children aged from 8 – 12 years old, all with an environmental theme. Places are limited. Booking essential ℡ 0151 652 5197

Sunday 27 th 10am – 12noon Birds in the Bush Discover the birds that can be found in the trees and bushes and on the grasslands at Royden Park. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at the Rangers Office, next to the Walled Garden, Royden Park (SJ 254857). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Sunday 27 th 10.30am – 2pm Reed Cutting at Dibbinsdale Help other volunteers and the Rangers manage the reed beds at Dibbinsdale Local Nature Reserve and perhaps learn some thatching skills! Anybody wishing to take away cut reeds is more than welcome to do so. Warm waterproof clothing and wellingtons are essential. This event is not suitable for children under 8 years old. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential ℡ 0151 334 9851

February February February

Sunday 3 rd 1pm – 3.30pm Leasowe Lighthouse Open Day Climb the 130 steps to the top of the oldest brick built lighthouse in Britain. The guided tours led by the Friends of Leasowe Lighthouse run every ½ hour and last 20 minutes. There is a minimum height restriction of 1.06 metres for people wishing to visit the top and a charge of £1 per adult and 50p per child (under 16). Alternatively, why not spend some time in the newly-refurbished ground floor exhibition area where you can buy souvenirs and enjoy some refreshments. No need to book. Just turn up at Leasowe Lighthouse, off Pasture Road, Moreton (SJ 253914) between the above times. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 678 5488

Sunday 6 th 10am – 3pm Beacons Scrub Clearance Join other volunteers and help the Ranger restore the valuable heathland habitat at Heswall Beacons. Suitable clothing and footwear are essential and a packed lunch is recommended. No need to book. Meet at Heswall Beacon Car Park, Beacon Lane, off Telegraph Road (A540)) Heswall (SJ 271815) For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Thursday 14 th 10am – 12noon What Birds Fly Where? Join the Ranger at Royden Park and discover why some birds migrate, why others stay throughout the year and what birds you can expect to visit a garden nestbox. This event is aimed at children from 7 – 11 years old but is suitable for the whole family to enjoy. All children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at the Coach House, by the main Car Park at Royden Park (SJ 245857). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Saturday 16 th 10am – 12noon Bird Box Building Help your garden birds and create a ‘des res’ nestbox for them with the help of the Wirral Country Park Rangers. Learn about how to maintain it and where to site it to attract potential tenants. There is a charge of £2 for this event to cover the cost of materials. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

Sunday 17 th 10am – 3pm Dales Scrub Clearance Join other volunteers and help the Ranger restore the valuable heathland habitat at Heswall Dales. Suitable clothing and footwear are essential and a packed lunch is recommended. No need to book. Meet at Dale Farm Entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall (SJ 258825). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Sunday 17 th 10.30am – 12noon A Brief History of Birkenhead Park Join the Ranger for a walk around Britain’s first publicly funded park. Discover more about its history from Paxton’s original design to how it has influenced the design of other parks around the world. No need to book. Meet at the Park Pavilion (SJ 310892). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 652 5197

Sunday 17 th 10.30am – 2pm Eastham Country Park Task Day Do your bit for you local environment and help the Rangers undertake some practical conservation work, from tree planting and sowing wildflower seeds to coppicing and path maintenance. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear are essential and a packed lunch is recommended. All tools and training will be provided and all children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at the Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre (SJ 363818). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 327 1007

Thursday 21 st 11am – 3pm North Wirral Coastal Park Task Day Join the Rangers and members of the Friends of North Wirral Coastal Park and undertake a day of conservation work to improve the habitats along Wirral’s coast. Booking essential ℡ 0151 678 5488

Saturday 23 rd 11am – 12.30pm Birkenhead Park Junior Rangers Club A morning of activities for children aged from 8 – 12 years old, all with an environmental theme. Places are limited. Booking essential ℡ 0151 652 5197

Sunday 24 th 10.30am – 2pm Hazel Coppicing Cut your own bean poles or clematis pyramids for the coming gardening season and see the art of making hazel hurdles at Dibbinsdale Local Nature Reserve. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear are essential. All tools and training will be provided. This event is not suitable for children under 14 years old. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet outside the Dibbinsdale Hotel, Dibbinsdale Road, Bromborough (SJ 337828). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 334 9851

Sunday 24 th 1pm – 2pm The Wirral Country Park Come along to Wirral Country Park, join a gentle stroll and learn more about the first country park in England; its past, present management and plans for the future. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at the Wirral Country Park Visitor Centre, Thurstaston (SJ 238835). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

Sunday 24 th 1pm – 3.30pm Heathland Scrub Clearance Help the Rangers conserve the valuable heathland at Thurstaston Common Local Nature Reserve by removing invading birch trees. Suitable warm waterproof clothing and footwear are essential. All tools and training will be provided. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at Thurstaston Hill Car Park, off Telegraph Road, Thurstaston (SJ246845). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

March March March March

Sunday 2 nd 6.30am – 9.30am Mad March Hares Join the Wirral Country Park Rangers on their annual walk to search for Brown Hares boxing on the fields surrounding the Wirral Way. Watch the males vie for female attention and the ….This event is suitable for the whole family to enjoy. Sorry no dogs. Booking essential ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

Sunday 2 nd 1.30pm – 3.30pm History Happenings at Arrowe Country Park Discover more about the history of Arrowe Country Park, once the largest municipal park in England. Learn about its previous owners who constructed the lake and built Arrowe Hall on this stroll through the park with the Ranger. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. No need to book. Meet at the main entrance to Arrowe Country Park by the Arrowe Park Golf Centre, next to the Cherry Orchard Public House (SJ 275858). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Sunday 9 th 10am – 12noon Wildflower Walk Come and see the wonderful display of wildflowers in Dibbinsdale’s ancient woodlands. See the bluebells, celandines and anemones that carpet the woodland floor before the leaves develop and tree canopy grows. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear are essential. No need to book. Meet outside the Dibbinsdale Hotel, Dibbinsdale Road, Bromborough (SJ 337828). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 334 9851

Sunday 9 th 10am – 3pm Beacons Scrub Clearance Join other volunteers and help the Ranger restore the valuable heathland habitat at Heswall Beacons. Suitable clothing and footwear are essential and a packed lunch is recommended. No need to book. Meet at Heswall Beacon Car Park, Beacon Lane, off Telegraph Road (A540)) Heswall (SJ 271815) For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Wednesday 12 th 10am – 12.30pm A Guided Walk on Bidston Hill Discover the delights of Bidston Hill on this guided walk, from its Triassic sandstone foundation and its Viking colonizers to its Victorian protectors. This gentle circular walk is suitable for the whole family to enjoy and will include a brief look at the geology, rock carvings, the observatory and lighthouse and the flora and fauna. No need to book. Meet at Tam O’ Shanter Urban Farm (SJ292894) off Boundary Road. Sorry no dogs. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 653 9332

Sunday 16 th 10am – 12.30pm Up Hill and Down Dale Enjoy the west Wirral countryside on this Ranger led guided walk looking at Heswall Dales, Wirral Country Park and the Dungeon Woodland. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear are essential. Booking essential ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

Sunday 16 th 10.30am – 12noon Signs of Spring in Birkenhead Park Join the Ranger for a guided walk and discover the start of a new season in this world famous public park. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. No need to book. Meet at the Park Pavilion (SJ 310892). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 652 5197

Sunday 16 th 10.30am – 2pm Eastham Country Park Task Day Do your bit for your local environment and help the Rangers undertake some practical conservation work, from tree planting and sowing wildflower seeds to coppicing and path maintenance. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear are essential and a packed lunch is recommended. All tools and training will be provided and all children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry no dogs. No need to book. Meet at the Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre (SJ 363818). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 327 1007

Saturday 22 nd 11am – 3pm Easter Activity Day A day of Easter fun at Eastham Country Park. Follow an Easter trail around the woods and join in with the Easter craft activities in the visitor centre. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. No need to book, just turn up between the above times at the Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre (SJ 363818). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 327 1007

Wednesday 26 th 10am – 3pm Dales Scrub Clearance Join other volunteers and help the Ranger restore the valuable heathland habitat at Heswall Dales. Suitable clothing and footwear are essential and a packed lunch is recommended. No need to book. Meet at Dale Farm Entrance, Oldfield Road, Heswall (SJ 258825). For further enquiries ℡ 0151 677 7594

Saturday 29 th 10am – 3pm Pubs and Paths Enjoy a gentle ramble along the pathways of west Wirral stopping en route for lunch (and perhaps a drink or two) at a local pub. Warm waterproof clothing and suitable footwear are essential as well as some lunch and beer money! Booking essential ℡ 0151 648 4371/3884

Sunday 30 th 11am – 3pm Exotic Animal Day Join members of the Wirral Herpetological Club and the Rangers at Eastham Country Park and learn more about reptiles, amphibians and arachnids of the world. This event is suitable for all the family to enjoy. All children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. No need to book, just come along to the Eastham Country Park Visitor Centre (SJ 363818) between the above times. For further enquiries ℡ 0151 327 1007