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National Park Activities

Activities For April 2008

Tramping Through the Trossachs
When Saturday 29 March to Sunday 20 April
Where In and around Aberfoyle and Loch Ard
A great variety of year–round activities, such as walking, cycling and canoeing, and a tantalising selection of opportunities for both the thrill seekers and those who prefer gentler pursuits. Try rock climbing and abseiling, have a go on a zip-line, learn about ospreys, be a river detective or take a historical farm tour and much more besides. Contact Visit www.visitaberfoyle.com for full details of dates, times and prices.

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Loch Lomond & The Trossachs Architectural Heritage
When Friday 4 April to Friday 25 April
Where National Park Gateway Centre, Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch
Exhibition compiled by Historic Scotland based on their survey of the Park to ‘list’ historic buildings. Features panels on working & living, faith and remembrance, road and rail and past learning. Download the companion booklet at www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/loch_lomond_booklet2.pdf
Time Drop in any time between 10.30am and 4.30pm
Contact 0845 345 4978

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Bird Watching in the National Park – Egg Hunting
When Sunday 6 April
Where National Park Gateway Centre, Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch
Come along and chat to the staff from the RSPB. Discover the birds that can be found in the National Park. Interactive displays will be available to discover even more about birds. Join in the fun-packed egg hunt in the woods.
Time Drop in any time between 10.30am and 4.30pm
Contact 0845 345 4978
Requirements Suitable for all the family, easy outdoor access. Please bring outdoor clothing, suitable footwear and insect repellent.

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Callander Farmers’ Market
When Sunday 6 April
Where Station Road Car Park, Callander
Large selection of Scottish producers of food, plants and crafts, organised by Stirling Farmers’ Market on behalf of Callander Community Development Trust.

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Loch Lomond Shores Farmers’ Market
When Sunday 6 April
Where Loch Lomond Shores, Ben Lomond Way, Balloch
A wide array of Scottish produce, including beef, lamb, pork, chicken, venison, seafood, smoked produce, home baking, soups, seasonal fruit and vegetables, hand-made confectionery, jams, chutneys and Scottish honey, oats and breakfast cereals, cheeses and oatcakes, hand made artisan soap, beverages and liqueurs.
Time 10am to 3pm
Contact Further information www.lochlomondshores.com

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Springwatch – Mini Ranger Adventure
When Tuesday 8 to Thursday 10 April; Tuesday 15 to Thursday 17 April
Where National Park Gateway Centre, Loch Lomond Shores, Ballloch
Introduction to the Spring mini-ranger packs, exploring our woodland, pond and loch shore and discovering what’s happening outdoors at this exciting time of year. Lots of c hildren’s craft activities and colouring-in. Swan and bird cam footage.
Time Drop in any time between 10.30 am and 4.30 pm
Contact 0845 345 4978
Requirements Suitable for all the family. Easy outdoor access. Please bring outdoor clothing, suitable footwear and insect repellent.

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Loch Lomond Shores Farmers’ Market
When Sunday 20 April
Where Loch Lomond Shores, Ben Lomond Way, Balloch
A wide array of Scottish produce, including beef, lamb, pork, chicken, venison, seafood, smoked produce, home baking, soups, seasonal fruit and vegetables, hand-made confectionery, jams, chutneys and Scottish honey, oats and breakfast cereals, cheeses and oatcakes, hand made artisan soap, beverages and liqueurs.
Time 10am to 3pm
Contact Further information www.lochlomondshores.com

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Continental Market
When 24 to 28 April
Where Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch
www.lochlomondshores.com

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Canoe the Cur
When Saturday 26 April
Where Glenbranter, near Strachur.
Discover the natural secrets of the meandering River Cur on this guided canoe trip from Glenbranter to the dramatic Loch Eck. Join Countryside Rangers who will point out wildlife and heritage highlights along the way.
Time 1 to 4pm
Contact 01369 705300
Requirements Booking essential. Please bring a change of clothes and a snack. Canoe, buoyancy aid and tuition will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

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National Park Argyll Classic Car Run
When Sunday 27 April
Where Starts at the Motor Museum, Alexandria, then to Aberfoyle, Callander (around lunchtime), then on to Strathyre, Glen Dochart and Rest and be Thankful
The second touring run around the National Park, from Alexandria near Loch Lomond over roads and hill climbs used to test the Argyll car in the early part of last century. Organised by the Caledonian Classic & Historic Motor Sport Club and RSAC. £25 fee to enter, but spectators can watch the cars for free along the route through the Trossachs, Glen Dochart, Loch Lomondside and the Rest and Be Thankful.
Time Starts 10 am
Contact Further details at www.caledonianmsc.com

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Friends of the Rest
When Monday 28 April to Sunday 11 May
Where National Park Gateway Centre, Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch
View some of the memorabilia gathered by the Friends of the Rest, a group set up after the first National Park Classic Car Run in 2007. Their aim is to re-instate the old Rest and Be Thankful hill climb road as a motor sport heritage site for clubs and classic car enthusiasts. Time 10.30am to 4.30pm
Contact 0845 345 4978