Super Natural October Half Term
Explore the Super Natural this half term!
This October half term, discover activities that show just how super wetland nature can be. From wildlife spotting and bug hunting to potion crafting and spell casting, the wetlands are bubbling over with magic.
Wands, Potions and Spells
11am-12.30pm & 1.30-3.30 pm in the Outlook In Building
Cost: included in your admission price
Join us in the Outlook in building each day to try this trio of wetland tricks:
Make a Wand - create your own wetland wand and enchant it using colour, symbols and the power of creativity!
Potion Making - What would you put into a tickle potion? A healing draught? A growth elixir? Discovery the mysteries of wetland plants and mix magical (make-believe) potions for the cauldron!
Spell Writing - use real feather quills to write a secret spell, ink an incantation or make a shopping list for potions class - its up to you - Adsurgere imaginatio!
Fungi Hunt
Daily 10 am - 4.30 pm, Cost: included in your admission price
Search for spotted tops, giant domes, shaggy ink caps and more on a fungi hunt!
Pick up a free fungi guide in the Visitor Centre and see what natural fungi you can spot!
Pond Dipping
Daily 10.30 am - 3.30 pm, £3 donation per family/group of 6 is greatly appreciated
Hunt for mini-beasts at the Raised Pond each day of October half term. Book at the admission desk when you arrive!
Owl Pellet Dissection workshops
Weekends Oct 26-27 & Nov 1-2 at 1-2 pm, £5 per family (per 1 pellet)
Dissect an owl pellets to discover the tiny bones of wetland mammals who have become lunch for the barn owls with help from our friendly learning team. Book at the admission desk when you arrive! Full details here Owl Pellet Dissection Workshops
Plus these regular activities happening each day of half term:
- Pelican Keeper Talk, 2 pm
- Diving Duck Feed in Coastal Creel aviary, noon
- Discovery Boat Safaris, £3 per person, book at the admission desk
Ready to visit?
With wildlife encounters and inspiring activities around every corner, no two visits are the same. Whatever you choose to do, your visit will support our vital work to restore wetlands and their wildlife.
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