Whats on in the Highlands

Monday July 2nd
8.30pm RSPB Illustrated Talk: Wildlife of the Cairngorms
National Park An exploration of the birds and animals,
from the mountain summits to the majestic River Spey,
illustrating the rich diversity of wildlife to be found in this
very special area. Talk by Alan Bantick. Boat of Garten
Village Hall. £3.00 adults £1.50 children – includes
complimentary tea or coffee www.boatofgarten.com
(Also on: 16th & 30th July)
Wednesday July 4th
10.30am Wild Woods Mystery Hunt There's still something hiding
in the woods - a different 'thing' to last year - but the maps
been torn up and the route is full of surprises....can you
children find out what it is? Meet at Glenmore Visitor
Centre - on the ski road, 8 miles east of Aviemore. Contact
Number: 01479 861220 www.forestry.gov.uk/active
(Also on: 11th 18th & 25th J July)
10.30am Catch the Corrie Experience amazing views and view the
wildlife as you explore the Corrieyairack Way. All this for
FREE courtesy of the Countryside Rangers, Badenoch
and Strathspey. Watch out for those midges, so bring
plenty of insect repellent. You will need your own
lunch, sensible clothing and footwear as this is a moderate
walk. All wanting to take part should meet at the Car park
next to the village shop in Laggan. The event should last
until 3:30pm. For further information call 01540 673907
Friday/Saturdays 6th July – 29th September
from
6.30pm
The Ptarmigan Restaurant Cairngorm Mountain – Sunset
Dining on summer evenings, diners travel to this unique
location with its spectacular views. Restaurant opens from
6.30pm until 10.30pm, last reservation 8.30pm. 3-course
meal with coffee from £26.50 - £35.00 includes
complimentary travel on the funicular railway. Booking
essential tel: 01479 861341
Monday July 9th
8.30pm RSPB Illustrated Talk: Abernethy – A Forest For The
Future Abernethy nature reserve combines ancient forests
with tranquil lochs, vast moorlands and spectacular
mountains. This talk will describe how RSPB balances
these superb natural characteristics with the need for
management, to safeguard some of Britain’s rarest wildlife.
Talk by Richard Thaxton Boat of Garten Village Hall
Admission £3.00 adults £1.50 children – includes
complimentary tea or coffee www.boatofgarten.com
Wednesday July 18th
8.00pm Scots Night – Nethy Bridge Tourist Association.
Family entertainment (singing, dancing, piping) with a
licensed Bar at the Community Centre Adults £5.00
Concessions £3.00 Family Ticket £12.00 (2 adults and 3
children under 16) secretary@nethybridge.com
www.nethybridge.com
Saturday July 21st
Various Steam Fair Featuring: Traction Engines, Steam Road
Rollers, Miniature Working Models, Narrow Gauge
Locomotives, Steam Lorries and Stalls. Also Tractorfest
at Broomhill Station. Vintage Bus to and from Fair Car
Park. Parade of Road Vehicles on Sunday. Pipe Band
and Barbeque. Venue Strathspey steam railway,
Aviemore. Price: £5.00 Steam Fair only £10.00 All
inclusive Rail & Fair Ticket Telephone: 01479 810725
Web: www.strathspeyrailway.co.uk
(Also on: Sunday July 22nd)
Monday July 23rd
8.30pm RSPB Illustrated Talk: 50 Years Of Operation Osprey
Talk by Stewart Taylor Boat of Garten Village Hall
Admission £3.00 adults £1.50 children – includes
complimentary tea or coffee www.boatofgarten.com
Saturday July 28th
tbc Figgat Fair The Figgat Fair is a great family day out
including entertainment for children, a pipe Band, music,
stalls, craft and local charities. Venue: The Square,
Grantown-on-spey For further information please
contact: 01479 872478
8.00pm Ceilidh Dance with Jock Fraser - Aviemore Village
Hall - Finishes Midnight Entry £4.00 Licensed Bar.
Sunday July 29th
12noon Top Dog's Day Out Come test your dog's skills on this
wild and wacky assault course.....and discover how
much more superior dogs are to us. We'll be even bigger
and better than last year, but there'll still be prizes for the
fastest, most obedient and daftest! Register your dog on
the day (first come-first served basis), or simply come
and watch the fun. Meet at Hayfield car park - on the ski
road, 8 miles east of Aviemore, just after Glenmore
Visitor Centre. Events start in the car park. For further
information please contact: 01479 861220