Nature Activities, Sherwood Forest
Have fun finding out more about the plants, birds and animals.
Choose an activity from the list above to find out more about it.
Baby OwlsThis is a golden opportunity for you to share some very special moments with your younger children quietly observing 'Pop' the barn owl and his many feathered friends as they play in their natural habitat. |
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Build a Habitat BoxIn this fun session for all the family, you can make a nest box, providing a safe and ready made site for blue tits, robin and other types of garden bird to raise their young. Make a bat box, butterfly box or ladybird box. Min age 5 yrs. |
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Encounter With OwlsGet up close with these beautiful, impressive birds. During this magical encounter - enjoyed by adults and children alike - you'll meet some of the world's most spectacular breeds. |
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Falconry - Eagles and HawksSeeing the majestic birds of prey fly from your gloved hand and return with effortless grace is a breathtaking experience you won't forget in a hurry. After an introduction to the medieval art of falconry, you can feel the thrill of flying one of these powerful birds of prey for yourself. |
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Rangers RambleWhat do squirrels eat for lunch? What rare plants can you find in the forest? Join a Conservation Ranger for an easy stroll around the village nature trails and discover the forest's many hidden secrets. |
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Wildlife PhotographyOur professional will share some practical tips on how you can take amazing nature shots. After an informal introduction, you'll have the chance to put his advice into practice and snap away with our professional equipment (or your own camera) before reviewing the fruits of your labour. |
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Willlow WeavingTry your hand at this old woodland craft. Our Conservation Rangers will show you how to handle the flexible willow rods to make useful and beautiful objects and structures. |
Woodland AwakeningExplore the forest as it awakens. Early in the morning, our Conservation Rangers will take you on a tour round different habitats, giving you an insight into the plants, birds and animals that live there. |
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