Harris and Scalpay
Guided Nature Walk: Sunset Hike
Harris
Monday 22nd June, 8:30pm
The North Harris Eagle Observatory, (Meet at Glen Meavaig carpark), Isle of Harris
Hosted by North Harris Trust
Hike the hills of Harris at sunset, eyes peeled for red deer in the golden glow. End the journey the Hebridean way with a dram of local whisky or a well-earned cup of tea.
Physical fitness required for walks.
Meet at the Glen Meavaig car park (HS3 3AW) and will walk to the The North Harris Eagle Observatory.
Contact address: marketing@north-harris.org
The Eagle Walk
North Harris
Wednesday 24th June at 10am, followed by weekly throughout Fringe: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th July 10am
Hosted by North Harris Trust
Join us for a guided Eagle walk - weekly every Wednesday at 10am.
Head into the North Harris hills for a guided nature walk, including a wee raid over the border into Lewis! Look out for eagles and other wildlife - this area has the highest density of golden eagles in Europe.
Meet at 10am at Bogha Glas Car Park, North Harris, HS3 3AD
All Walks are FREE - donations gratefully received. No bookings required for weekly Eagle walks.
email Ian: ranger@north-harris.org
Wildlife Festival Snorkelling with Wild Harris
Hushinish, Isle of Harris
Thursday 25th June, 11am - 1:30pm & 2:30pm - 5pm
Hosted by Wild Harris
An opportunity to experience the beautiful underwater world at Huisinis, in the company of a marine biologist.
Wetsuits and snorkelling gear provided. Beginners and accompanied children aged 10 and over welcome. Changing facilities at Huisinis Gateway. Bring £1 coins for the showers afterwards.
Morning Session 11-13:30 and afternoon session 14:30 - 17:00. Based at Hushinish, Isle of Harris.
Booking Required: https://wildharris.schedulista.com/
Contact address: wildharris@outlook.com
Wild Ceilidh
Harris Hotel, Tarbert
Friday 26th June, 7:30pm
Hosted by North Harris Trust
A ceilidh for the wild at heart - where nature meets the dancefloor. Celebrate wildlife, spin to the rhythm, and experience a night you’ll never forget. Wild beats. Wild feet. The best night of your life.
Tickets available at door, just turn up! Or book online:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1989210853210?aff=oddtdtcreator
email: marketing@north-harris.org
Guided Nature Walk
Northton
Friday 26th June, 10am - 3pm
Hosted by Wild Harris
More information to follow
email Darryl: wildharris@outlook.com
Guided Nature Walk
Traigh Mheilein & Crabhadail
Friday 3rd July, 10am
Hosted by North Harris Trust
Traigh Mheilein & Crabhadail. 10am Huisinis Gateway
A beautiful 8km-out-and-back walk on a good footpath with a few boggy sections. Worth every step!
All walks are FREE - donations gratefully received
Booking required - please email: ranger@north-harris.org
Tel: 01859 502222
website: www.north-harris.org
Film Screening: Ocean with David Attenborough
Tarbert Library
Thursday 25th June, 4pm
Hosted by Clean Coast Outer Hebrides
Join our screening of the David Attenborough film 'Ocean' at Tarbert Library, Isle of Harris on Thursday 25th June at 16:00.
FREE Event.
Book: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ocean-film-with-david-attenborough-tickets-1990383850677
Contact address: janet@cleancoastoh.com
OR Tarbert Library: janagrimm@cne-siar.gov.uk
Moths & Butterflies Creative Workshops
Tarbert Community Centre
Tuesday 7th July, 10am – 12pm, age: 5-8, 1pm – 3pm, age: 9-12
Hosted by An Lanntair
Let young imaginations take flight this summer with our enchanting Moth and Butterfly themed art workshops.
Inspired by the delicate beauty of nature, these hands-on sessions invite children aged 5 – 12 to explore the natural world through music, movement games & making.
Wear clothes you can move around comfortably in and bring your water bottle.
Cost: £10 / £8
10am – 12pm, age: 5-8
1pm – 3pm, age: 9-12
Booking is essential: Book online
An Lanntair can make tickets available free of charge for children who would benefit from the activities, but for whom cost would be a barrier. Contact moira@anlanntair.com for details.
It's All The Same to An Oyster (Part 1). Discovering the Inner World of One Nature's Key Animals: Family-friendly interactive Workshop
Tarbert Library
Tuesday 23rd June, 2pm - 4pm
Hosted by University of Glasgow Coastal Conservation Field Course
Oysters are probably best known as something served in restaurants, but they are actually animals that are vital to the coastal waters of the world. Join us for this family-friendly afternoon for an interactive workshop to learn about what it's like to survive as an oyster, from their early days floating in the water to their adult years stuck to the sand.
The first half will be aimed at primary children, with a puppet show on undersea life for under 5s, some marine life show-and-tell, and a paper craft workshop aimed at 5-10 year olds (although big 'kids' are welcome too).
Contact: anna.mcgregor@glasgow.ac.uk
It's All The Same to An Oyster (Part 2). Film Screening of 'Oran nan Eisirean: A Keystone Animal of Scottish Coasts'
Talla na Mara Community Cafe, Isle of Harris
Tuesday 23rd June, 6.30pm - 8.30pm
(6.30pm - Gaelic version / 7pm English version)
Hosted by University of Glasgow Coastal Conservation Field Course
Come and watch a film screening of 'Oran nan Eisirean: A Keystone Animal of Scottish Coasts' telling the story of oyster declines, and how Gaelic place-names have helped us to understand what can be done to restore them, which is crucial for keeping seas healthy and productive.
Join us at Talla na Mara Community Cafe to hear the story!
630pm - Gaelic version / 7pm English version
Complementary beverage on arrival.
No booking required - just turn up!
Contact: anna.mcgregor@glasgow.ac.uk
Sea Kayaking, Coasteering, Gorge Scrambling
Scaladale Outdoor Centre
Monday - Saturday, 20th June - 31st July
Hosted by Scaladale Outdoor Centre
Scaladale will be hosting a series of exciting outdoor adventures throughout the Outer Hebrides Wildlife Festival and the Fringe Festival. Sessions are tailored to your level of experience and guided by qualified instructors.
Loch or Sea Kayaking: Journey along the coast exploring beaches, islands, and spotting incredible wildlife such as sea eagles, otters, puffins, seals, starfish, jellyfish—and perhaps even dolphins!
Coasteering: Traverse the boundary between land and sea, swimming, climbing, and jumping under expert supervision. Every session is different, shaped by tides and terrain.
Gorge Scrambling: Navigate the dramatic gorge environment—climbing rocks, leaping into pools, and discovering unique plant life and possibly soaring sea eagles overhead.
Please refer to the website for pricing details per event.
Book here: https://www.scaladale-centre.co.uk/book
Wildlife Storytime with Louisa MacDougall
Tarbert Library
9th July, 11am
Hosted by Louise MacDougall
Join author Louisa MacDougall for an afternoon of activities inspired by Scottish wildlife. There will be nature-themed crafting and storytelling, and Louisa will introduce her new children's book The Ugly Puffling and Other Stories.
This is a FREE, family event aimed at children aged 3+ who must be accompanied by an adult.
Contact: louisa.author@outlook.com
Image (c) Lorne Gill NatureScot
Wild Harris - Snorkel Trail Launch
Harris
Date tbc
Hosted by Wild Harris
More information coming soon.
Contact details: wildharris@outlook.com / 07518155475
Film Screening: 'Telling Hopeful Stories of Herring and People of the Scottish Minch'
Tarbert Community Centre (Main Hall), Pier Rd, Tarbert, Isle of Harris
Monday 22nd June, 19.30pm - 21.30pm
Hosted by Lydia Martens, University of Edinburgh.
Herring Stories of the Minch is a film co-created with coastal communities to tell the stories of herring: of the cultures that evolved around fishing and eating herring and of the generosity of a fish that has fed many generations of people and marine animals. Poignantly, the film asks what was lost when herring disappeared from the Minch and what the potential return of herring might mean for local culture, human livelihoods, marine wildlife and biodiversity.
The film’s teaser may be accessed on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/1122047124?share=copy#t=0
FREE event - no need to book, just come along!
Contact: lydia.martens60@gmail.com
or tel: 07942822561
Creative writing inspired by island nature
Tarbert Library
Tuesday 21st July, 6pm
Hosted by Louisa MacDougall
Join author Louisa MacDougall for a relaxed evening of creative writing inspired by island nature. Weather permitting, the session may include a short (optional) local walk. For adults and young people aged 12+.
FREE, No booking required - just turn up!
Any questions, contact: louisa.author@outlook.com