Posts for March, 2022

Cairngorm School of Dance pupils are showcasing their talents of dance and drama throughout the day.

Come for a Wildlife Wander with someone from our knowledgeable team to see some of the amazing wildlife that Spring brings to Insh Marshes.

On this leisurely walk see the dainty violet flowers, lush green leaves on the trees and hear a variety of bird species singing their Spring songs.

April is a busy time for breeding birds and many waders call the marshlands home at this time of year, including curlew, lapwing, redshank and snipe. Hopefully we will hear them calling and see them defending their territory.

This tour will follow the Invertromie Trail – some areas may be rough underfoot. It is unfortunately not suitable for wheelchairs or buggies, and we recommend sturdy footwear.

Jo will guide us through an hour long yoga practice in the stunning Lookout Hide, moving through a dynamic yoga flow suitable for beginners, whilst looking out across the stunning marshlands, abundant with wildlife.

Cath will lead us on a gentle forest bathing journey along the Invertromie trail – the calming, peaceful practice of immersing ourselves in the unique nature found at the reserve.

We will finish off the morning by coming together to share some delicious homemade food, provided by a local bakery.

Jo Armstead is yoga instructor, doctor and outdoor enthusiast based in the Cairngorms National Park. She has been practicing yoga for over 10 years and particularly enjoys teaching whilst immersed in nature. Find out more about her at: www.wildernessflowyoga.co.uk

Cath Wright is a qualified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides. Find out more about her at: www.highlandquietlife.co.uk


Cairngorms Connect have kindly sponsored this event, so the whole cost of your ticket will contribute to landscape-scale conservation work at Insh Marshes. www.cairngormsconnect.org.uk

On the anniversary of the battle, explore the site of the last stand of the Jacobite army in the First Jacobite Rising on this guided walk.
Starting at Cromdale Church, we will look at the context of the battle and the ambush of the Jacobites at the Church.
We then journey to the ruins of Lethendry Castle and hear about how the government forces captured it.

More details on the walk will be confirmed closer to the time. See the Facebook Page for more details.

A Outlander themed guided walk, exploring what happened to the Highlands after the Battle of Culloden.
Journey to the imposing Ruthven Barracks, the gathering point of the shattered forces of Bonnie Prince Charlie’s army after Culloden, and learn about its incredible history.
Explore the ruins of the township of Toman an t-Seomair and learn about the tragic Highland Clearances.
Like Claire, forage for edible and medicinal plants and hear tales of folklore of fairies, changelings and Kelpies.

Come and enjoy our Easter Trail around the museum. £1.50per trail, chocolate prize included.

Come and bring your boot full of your preloved items, as something that one person considers worthless may be considered valuable by someone else! So join us to sell, browse, and pick up a treasure or two.

The Community Cafe will also be open for delicious cake and a cuppa.

Come and learn about the night’s sky on this guided star gazing walk at Nethy Bridge. More details to follow on Secret Strathspey’s Facebook Page.

Aviemore & Vicinity community Council Village green markets every 2nd Sunday of each month from April to October

Join us for a guided woodland wander. Our route will take us along the shore of Loch Garten, wind its way beneath towering pine trees and visit tranquil Loch Mallachie. We will listen for the chirps of crossbills and the trills of crested tits, look for tell-tale signs of red squirrels and explore the undergrowth of Caledonian pine forest.

The walk will follow footpaths and last roughly 3 hours, please wear sturdy footwear and dress appropriately for the weather. Covid safety measures will be in place, more details can be found on the website. Toilets will be available at the beginning and end of the walk. Well-behaved dogs, on a lead, are welcome.

Please arrive 15 minutes before the walk begins.