Looking for something to do over the Easter holidays?
Here's some ideas (click on the title for more information):
For kids/ families:
Easter Eggstravaganza - free family fun
Head out on to the reserve and find the clues around the site - can you work out the answers to the Easter questions? Pick up an adventure trail sheet from reception and try and find all the clues - it's available until Wednesday 30 April (during 9.30 am-5 pm).
Jesper Matias rspb-images.com
Pond dipping - free activityThroughout 2014 we will be offering free drop-in activities during school holidays. Today - check out what’s lurking beneath the water here at Rainham Marshes with a guided pond dipping session.Pop over on Monday 7 April from 1-3 pm and explore the underwater world with one of our fabulous volunteers!
(David McHugh rspb-images.com)
Young wardens - be a warden for the day for 11-16 year oldsAre you 11 to 16 years old? Get muddy and have a great time discovering life as an RSPB Warden with hands on, practical conservation work.
Meet the Rainham Wardens and find out what they do! Managing habitats at Rainham is vitally important to ensure our wildlife populations thrive – you’ll be getting a unique opportunity to get really involved in giving nature a home. Potential activities include: cutting and raking, planting, making special signs, and help us survey our water vole population.
There's two sessions Tuesday 8 and Tuesday 15 April, 11 am-3 pm! (If you're interested give us a call on 01708 899840).
This picture is of a water survey during the first Wardening day last year!
Spring has Sprung – free children’s craft sessionMake some Spring crafts from recycled materials to take home. Pop by on Wednesday 9 April from 12 noon until 2pm.
David Slater rspb-images.com
Kids Birdwatching ClubAre you a budding birdwatcher? Then not join us on these special days that run once a month - we will explore the reserve through the seasons, watching and learning about the birds that visit and live here. The next session is on Saturday 12 April from 10 am-12.20 pm. (If you're interested give us a call on 01708 899840).
(Andy Hay rspb-images.com)
For adults (and families):
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Landscape and Wildlife Photography WorkshopCalling all photographers - Saturday 19 April is just for you! Take this chance to spend a day (9.30 am-5 pm) under the tution of a professional award winning wildlife photographer! Improve your skills and learn some new tricks! For more details, costs, and how to book have a look at the event.
Dave is a British photographer whose wildlife and travel images have been published all over the world, and in British titles including the Guardian, Lonely Planet Traveller Magazine, the Daily Mail and the Telegraph. Picture from the Exodus website
The Wednesday Birdwatching WalkEvery Wednesday explore the reserve with some fabulous guides and find out more about wildlife at Rainham! For details on cost and how to book click on the event name!
Lapwing by Andy Hay (rspb-images.com)
The Beginners Birdwatching WalkEnjoy a stroll round the reserve to expand your knowledge - every Friday starting at 10am. For details on cost and how to book click on the event name!
Chris Gomersall (rspb-images.com)
The Sunday StrollA leisurely post lunch amble around the trails to take in the sights and sounds of the denizens of our marsh. Join us every Sunday from 1pm. For details on cost and how to book click on the event name!
Picture by David Bradnum