Calendar of events - February 2010
The Youth Rangers programme of forthcoming events can be seen here. Rollover the dates to see what's going to happen.
Jump to: Skill Based Day , Taster Session pm , Family Fun Day , Skill Based Day
Sat 13th Feb 10 @ 12:45 Taster Session pm
The taster sessions are for young people to try out first hand some of the activities of the Youth Ranger programme. Activities include fire lighting and building shelters using natural materials.
Location: Whim Wood, Hathersage
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Sat 20th Feb 10 @ 10:30 Family Fun Day
20th February 2010 - 10:30am - 3:30pm
Come and try your hand at surviving the outdoors.
Learn bushcraft skills such as firelighting or building your own shelter. Try your hand at our practical conservation tasks. Learn how to navigate your way around the grounds.
The activity day is for young people aged 10-16 yrs and their guardians. Activities are also provided for younger siblings. Wear comfortable old clothing and boots. Cafe and shop open on site. No pre booking needed.
Getting there:
By train: The Moorland Discovery centre is 1 mile from Grindleford station
By bus: Regular buses run from Sheffield and the surrounding area to Fox House Inn opposite the Longshaw Estate. The 240 from Sheffield-Bakewell the 272 Sheffield-Castleton and the TM travel 65 Sheffield-Buxton all pass Longshaw estate.
By road: The Moorland Discovery centre is 7 1/2 miles from Sheffield city centre, on the junction between the A6187 (Ringlow road) and the A625 to Hathersage. If you are in a mini bus or car it is possible to park in the main estate. The car park is pay and display and costs £1 per hour or £2 all day.
Location: Moorland Discovery Centre, Longshaw Estate
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