Isle of South Uist
An Solas Òir – Photography Exhibition by Michael Faint
SkyDancer Art Café, Lochboisdale, South Uist
Open daily throughout the Outer Hebrides Wildlife Festival
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Step into the wild through the evocative photography of Michael Faint. This exhibition captures the quiet power and raw beauty of the natural world. With a keen eye for light, movement, and mood, Michael’s images invite viewers to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the landscapes and species we share our world with.
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Whether you’re a nature lover, photography enthusiast, or simply curious, this exhibition offers a fresh perspective on the Outer Hebrides and beyond. Selected works are on display and available for purchase.
Michael Faint is a photographer based in the Outer Hebrides, with work spanning Uist, Eriskay, Harris, and more.
Visit: Michael Faint Photography | An Solas Òir
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Drop-in – no booking required
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Make Waves of Change: Taking action for nature
SkyDancer Art Café, Lochboisdale, South Uist
Tuesday 24 June – 2:00pm
Tuesday 08 July – 2:00pm
Tuesday 15 July – 2:00pm
Tuesday 29 July – 2:00pm
Hosted by Sarah & Michael Faint
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Join us for an inspiring session with SkyDancer!
Explore practical tips for sustainable living—from mindful consumption and ethical sourcing to supporting 'bird-friendly' plantations. Get hands-on with a beach clean (weather and transport permitting) and help protect our marine environment. All beach clean equipment is provided.
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Whether you're a conservation enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this event offers an engaging, friendly way to connect with nature and take action.
Refreshments available for purchase in the café prior to travel to a local beach.
Free, no booking required
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Own transport essential for those interested in a beach clean.
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Wings on the Edge — Hen Harriers & Coffee with a Conscience
SkyDancer Art Café, Lochboisdale, South Uist
Monday 23 June, 2pm
Monday 30 June, 2pm
Monday 7 July, 2pm
Monday 14 July, 2pm
Monday 21 July, 2pm
Monday 28 July, 2pm
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Hosted by Sarah & Michael Faint
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Wings on the Edge is a weekly conversation series set in a cosy café with a conscience. Learn about the ecology, behaviour, and conservation challenges of the magnificent Hen Harrier, and discover how your coffee choices can help protect wildlife and ecosystems.
These sessions are an engaging blend of wildlife wisdom and eco-conscious chat – perfect for nature lovers, conservation curious, and coffee drinkers alike!
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Refreshments available for purchase in the café.
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Free
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Free, no booking required
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Empower
Growth
In the Wake of Whales Workshop
SkyDancer Art Café, Lochboisdale, South Uist
Saturday 21st June, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Hosted by Keening the Song of the Stranding
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Join us to paint life-size whales, to celebrate the lives of 55 long-finned pilot whales, and share their story following the mass stranding on Traigh Mhor, Isle of Lewis on 16 July 2023.
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Together with local schools, we’re creating cardboard whales—three of which will be “island community whales” made during the festival. You’re invited to be part of something special, join us and paint, write, print, draw, and help bring these whales to life in both English and Gaelic.
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All whales created through community events during the festival will come together for a symbolic final gathering at North Tolsta Community Hall on 12 July 2025, as part of Keening: Song of the Stranding, a public art event at Traigh Mhor, Isle of Lewis commemorating the mass stranding.
Find out more about the public art event at the project website - www.northharrisstudio.co.uk/keening
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Empower
Growth
Land of the Eagles Wildlife Watch
Meet at Loch Druidibeg Reserve Lay-by
Tuesday 24th June, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Hosted by RSPB
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Join an RSPB warden to observe nesting eagles and learn about South Uist's uplands.
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What to Bring: Waterproof clothing, footwear, binoculars, camera (optional).
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Suitability: Accessible via main road; wheelchair adjustments available.
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Free​
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Booking not essential
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Contact Details - ​01876 714040 / outerhebrides@rspb.org.uk
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Image (c) Lorne Gill / NatureScot
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Empower
Growth
Cuairt Cainnt na h-Eoin / The Language of Birds Walk
Daliburgh Machair, Daliburgh, South Uist
Thursday, 26th June, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Hosted by RSPB
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Join Shona MacLellan from the RSPB on a walk around Daliburgh machair, South Uist for a spot of birdwatching while also learning more about the Gaelic names of birds.
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Participants may wish to bring water, binoculars, or cameras
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Waterproof clothing and footwear are recommended
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Free​
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Booking not essential
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Contact Details - ​01876 714040 / outerhebrides@rspb.org.uk
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​Image (c) Lorne Gill / NatureScot
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