Event Details

Join the Green Lancaster team's ECOWild Adventures for a chance to immerse yourself in the natural world through wildlife observation and mindful activities...

Join the Green Lancaster team's ECOWild Adventures for a chance to immerse yourself in the natural world through wildlife observation and mindful activities.

On 23rd November, we will head into the centre of Lancaster to explore three wild urban spaces: Scotch Quarry Park, the canal, and Fairfield Nature Reserve. The route is a 5km loop on foot from the centre of town. You will get to visit and learn about local community projects growing food and enhancing nature, discuss the importance of urban green spaces for wildlife and people and celebrate the changing seasons. We will do so with the help of books, binoculars and other materials such as identification sheets. No previous knowledge or experience is required.

We will provide tea and snacks and take some time to relax in this beautiful environment. As part of the day, you will get to take part in a ‘Mindful Moment’ as part of which we will lead you through a few minutes of grounding in and appreciation for the natural world around us.

We will meet in Alexandra Square at the steps leading to the underpass entrance at 1PM and get the bus into town. We will finish the afternoon around 16:00 in the centre of town. The bus tickets will be free, please let us know on the booking form whether you would like to have a single or a return ticket.

An e-mail will be sent to all registered participants a few days before the event. Please ensure you are wearing appropriate outdoor footwear and clothing (warm and waterproof). You are welcome to bring snacks and a drink with you.

Please contact us on green@lancaster.ac.uk in advance of the session if you have reduced mobility or accessibility requirements.