Armchair nature talks with High Life Highland (HLH) Countryside Rangers
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As temperatures dip, High Life Highland’s (HLH) Countryside Rangers will be offering online talks for people to learn about nature from the comfort of their homes.
The series of talks highlights mammal species across the Highlands, from the red squirrel, to bats and hedgehogs – with a focus on what people can do to support and protect them.
Countryside Ranger for Easter Ross Marcia Rae said: “These mammals feature in the Highland Biodiversity action plan – an ambitious blueprint to protect our natural world and secure improvements for biodiversity.
“We’ll be highlighting the simple things that people can do at home to help different species.”
The first talk, a year in the life of a red squirrel, is on Thursday, November 11 between 7pm and 8pm – you can learn about its life through the seasons, how it’s affected by the grey squirrel and what’s being done to maintain the Highland population.
The next talk is Friday, December 10 between 6.30pm and 7.30pm discussing the flying mammals of the Highlands. Viewers can learn about the different bat species in danger of becoming extinct and find out what you can do to help.
A third talk will take place on Thursday, January 13 between 7pm and 8pm entitled Hedgehogs in the Highlands: Where have they gone?
The hedgehog is another notable Highland mammal which has been suffering population declines and the Countryside Rangers will discuss the challenges a hedgehog faces and what we can do to help.
To book, visit www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/high-life-highland-countryside-rangers-33097164665
HLH’s Countryside Rangers run a wide range of events and activities throughout the year which aim to help raise awareness and encourage appreciation of the scenery, wildlife and heritage of the Highlands.
Aimed at local communities and visitors alike, events are free, but the Rangers rely on donations to help protect Highland wildlife and heritage.
For more information or help booking contact Marcia Rae at marcia.rae2@highlifehighland.com
