Green Health Week 2025

Theme: Nature is for Everyone

What’s on?

Please browse through the list of Green Health Activities by date below or find one nearest to you using the map.

68 events are taking place all across the Highlands for Green Health Week 2025.

We hope there really is something for everyone to try. You will find many more groups and activities taking place throughout the year on our online directory.

Friday 16th May to Sunday 18th May

Women’s Paddle Symposium – Glenmore Lodge, Badenoch & Strathspey

Paddle Scotland are running their Scottish Women’s Paddle Symposium (SWPS): 16-18 May 2025 at Glenmore Lodge, Aviemore.

Friday 2nd May

Friday 2nd May

Spring Party at Badaguish – Badenoch & Strathspey

Alzheimers Scotland are hosting a Spring Party. More details, please visit the Outdoor Dementia Resource Centre page or contact: kwright@alzscot.org

A pop-up teepee tent set up in an outdoor location with trees and hills in the background. Beside the tent is a banner for Alzheimer Scotland.
Saturday 3rd May

Saturday 3rd May to Saturday 10th May

Torridon Archaeology Dig

The local community and visitors interested in learning more about Archaeology and the history of Torridon. Invites will be sent out to other organisations including Shieldaig Primary School and LEAP Scotland. Bookings taken by emailing rshannon@nts.org.uk

Saturday 3rd May

Aviemore Park Run

Parkrun is on every Saturday at 9:30am. Preferable if people register in advance via the Parkrun website, but not essential. Turn up 9:20am for the briefing and participate.

A person is running along a path in a rural location. There are stewards in high-vis vests applauding as the person runs past. There is also a small crowd of other runners chatting and applauding.

Saturday 3rd May

Fort William Park Run

Parkrun is on every Saturday at 9:30am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Parkrun website

Saturday 3rd May

Thurso Park Run

Parkrun is on every Saturday at 9:30am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Parkrun website

Saturday 3rd May

Skinadin Park Run – Isle of Skye

Parkrun is on every Saturday at 9:30am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Parkrun website

Saturday 3rd May

Torvean Park Run – Inverness

Parkrun is on every Saturday at 9:30am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Parkrun website

Saturday 3rd May

Nairn Links Park Run

Parkrun is on every Saturday at 9:30am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Parkrun website

Sunday 4th May

Sunday 4th May

Dunnet Community Forest Caithness

Come and join one of our weekly session of practical work in the forest. We develop and maintain habitats for plants, animals, birdlife and all forest users. The work we do varies from week to week and season to season. Currently we are concentrating on removal of invasive species mainly cotoneaster, and looking after the health of our saplings that have been planted over the past 10 years by removing tree guards, checking tree health and re-staking. You will be working as part of a team of volunteers, there is plenty of opportunities to enjoy good company, learn new skills and help to maintain and improve the wonderful environment that is Dunnet Community Forest. We meet at the woodshed, which is opposite the Dunnet Bay Sea Drift Centre/Caravan Park. What3Words ///compliant.outlast.raking

Sunday 04th May, 11am – 2pm.

We are open to all ages and abilities, if you are under 18 years old you will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult. If you would like to come along to one of our sessions please email Garance on dev@dunnetforest.org as this will give me the opportunity to pass on any additional information and to know to expect you.

Sunday 4th May

Ardnamurchan

Date:  Sunday 4th May

Area: Ardnamurchan

Volunteer Day – Sunart Footpaths

As part of Green Health Week, join Ranger Eilidh-Ann and Sunart Community Company on this regular volunteer session. This month we will be making improvements to the Ardnastaing Common Grazings path so please bring gloves, spades, wheelbarrows and buckets. No need to book – this is a drop-in activity.

Time: 1.30pm – 4pm.

We make no charge for this event but we rely on your donations to help us protect our Highland wildlife and heritage.

Contact: eilidh-ann.phillips@highlifehighland.com

Monday 5th May

Monday 5th May

Badenoch & Strathspey

Join us for a Green Health Week special event to celebrate LGBTIQ+ people in nature. We will be guided by Cairngorms Connect for a walk to the Green Lochan and beyond to Ryvoan Bothy, followed by a social drink of choice at the Glenmore Visitor Centre which will be provided by Cairngorms Connect.

Please meet at the Glenmore Visitor Centre Car Park at 11.45am for a 12pm start time. Book through Eventbrite here.

Image of green loch with text that says, 'walk and coffee with Cairngorms connect. Monday 5th May 12pm-2pm Green Health Week, LEAP.

Monday 5th May

Muir of Ord

Health Walk in Muir of Ord Slow & Steady walk. Meet at the Muir Square for 10am. lasts about an hour (contact Jayne Preece jayne@p4w.org.uk)

Monday 5th May

Inverness

Inverness Greenspace are organising a litter pick starting from the Innes Street underpass in central Inverness. It will be held on May 5th at 6pm, and it is open to anyone who wishes to come along. For more details and to book, people can email invernessgreenspace@gmail.com

Monday 5th May

Badenoch & Strathspey Therapy Garden- ‘Open to all’ gardening sessions

Aviemore hospital garden 3.30 – 5pm. Run in collaboration with Community ConneXions, another local charity. They can provide transport for people who are isolated and would like to take part in gardening activities.

For more information please contact the Project Manager Cheryl Galbraith 07881 456752. bstherapygarden@gmail.com

For enquiries about transport Contact Donna Shaw, Social Development Officer with Community ConneXions donna@bscx.co.uk or mob: 07845 035426.

Tuesday 6th May

Tuesday 6th May

Torridon Wellbeing Walk

Starting at 11am for members of the local community. Meeting point will be at Torridon Stores with no booking required.

Tuesday 6th May

Inverness

Kinmylies Health Walk. Partnership for Wellbeing. Meets at Kinmylies Lodge, Inverness at 2pm. Contact Rachel Wilson at Kinmylies Lodge for more information on 01463 228 971.

Tuesday 6th May

Drumnadrochit

Glen Urquhart Health Walk. Partnership for wellbeing. Meets 2pm in the car park at Balmacaan Road, Drumnadrochit. The walk last around an hour. Contact jayne@p4w.org.uk for more information.

Tuesday 6th May

Fortrose

Health Walk in Fortrose. Partnership for Wellbeing. Meets at 2pm at Fortrose Town Hall. The walk lasts around an hour. Contact jayne@p4w.org.uk for more information.

Tuesday 6th May

Grantown on Spey

Short, safe, local, friendly and free, our Active Cairngorms Health Walks will be taking place throughout the week in communities across Badenoch and Strathspey. Led by volunteers, all are welcome regardless of your ability. Health Walks are a fantastic way to become more active, meet new people, spend time in nature and feel better! No need to book, just meet at the time and location as per the following list.

  • Grantown on Spey: Tuesday, 10.30am. Meet at Anagach Woods (Curling Pond car park)

We ask that no dogs, apart from assistance dogs, are brought on Health Walks.

For more info about any of the walks contact healthwalks@cairngorms.co.uk.

Tuesday 6th May

Nethy Bridge

Short, safe, local, friendly and free, our Active Cairngorms Health Walks will be taking place throughout the week in communities across Badenoch and Strathspey. Led by volunteers, all are welcome regardless of your ability. Health Walks are a fantastic way to become more active, meet new people, spend time in nature and feel better! No need to book, just meet at the time and location as per the following list.

  • Nethy Bridge: Tuesday, 1.30pm. Meet outside the Community Centre

We ask that no dogs, apart from assistance dogs, are brought on Health Walks.

For more info about any of the walks contact healthwalks@cairngorms.co.uk.

Tuesday 6th May

Dingwall

HIgh Life Highland Countryside Ragers Guided Nature Walk to Ferry Point in Dingwall 6th May 10am to 12pm. Meet outside the Dingwall Community Library. marcia.o’hara@highlifehighland.com

Tuesday 6th May

Wick

The Wick Health Walk group meets every Tuesday at 2.00pm at the Council Service Point.  We walk for approximately one hour and have tea/coffee in The River House after the walk. We walk in all weathers and we can have different lengths of walks for those who are not feeling quite so energetic.

We are Dementia and MacMillan friendly walks.

For more information contact: patgrovesuk@yahoo.co.uk

Tuesday 6th May

Dingwall

Guided Nature Walk to Ferry Point in Dingwall 6th May 10am to 12pm. Meet outside the Dingwall Community Library.

Tuesday 6th May

Laide and Aultbea Community Wood

High Life Highland Countryside Rangers. 10:00AM Slow down – Tiny wonders walk & green volunteering taster. Contact katie.grant1@highlifehighland.com or call 07483960932 to find out more OR Book at Eventbright

Tuesday 6th May

Clachtoll Beach Sutherland

Date:  Tuesday 6th May

Area: Assynt, Sutherland

Clachtoll Broch and Coastal walk

 Gentle Ranger ramble – a serene stroll through the incredibly beautiful land and seascape of Clachtoll. We are focussing on slow observations as we head to the iron-age broch. Hear about the new discoveries of the recent excavation, stories of how the iron age people lived and catastrophic collapse that ended it all.  Watch out for early migrant birds and great northern divers and see signs of otters and maybe cetaceans. Bring packed lunch. This is a 4km walk. Meet at Clachtoll Beach car park. Grid ref: NC 040273.

Time: 11am – 3pm

Cost: £10 per person

Booking: Click here to book

Contact: andy.summers@highlifehighland.com   Tel:07825 116516

Tuesday 6th May

Aviemore

Joy Rides — inclusive, accessible cycling sessions promoting active travel and cycling confidence lasting ~2 hours. Minimal cycling ability/experience needed.

6 May: Joy Rides meeting 9:15am at Aviemore Primary School 9:30am to 11:30am.

More information can be found on the Spin Project website or School Joy Rides via their signup page.

There is also a meeting at Backcountry.Scot from 12:30 pm to 2:30pm.

More information can be found on the Spin Project website Joy Rides signup here

Tuesday 6th May

Inverness

(10.30am to 12pm) Cradle Hall Business Park: Walking & Connecting with Nature – Partnership for Wellbeing – in partnership with Arts in Nature we will have a short walk and take part in a natural art activity (nature photography, or indoor printing, depending on the weather).

Contact jayne@p4w.org.uk for more details and to let us know you are coming.

Tuesday 6th May

Badenoch & Strathspey Therapy Garden- ‘Open to all’ gardening sessions

Kingussie Allotments 1.30 -3.30pm. Run in collaboration with Community ConneXions, another local charity. They can provide transport for people who are isolated and would like to take part in gardening activities.

For more information please contact the Project Manager Cheryl Galbraith 07881 456752. bstherapygarden@gmail.com

For enquiries about transport Contact Donna Shaw, Social Development Officer with Community ConneXions donna@bscx.co.uk or mob: 07845 035426.

Tuesday 6th May

Badenoch & Strathspey Therapy Garden- ‘Open to all’ gardening sessions

Kingussie Allotments 1:30 to 3:30pm.

For more information please contact the Project Manager, Cheryl Galbraith via mobile: 07881 456 752 or by email: bstherapygarden@gmail.com

Wednesday 7th May

Wednesday 7th May

Inverness

Health Walk in Smithton. Partnership for Wellbeing. Meet at Smithton Hotel (free parking) for 10.30am. The walk lasts about an hour and then head back for refreshments at the hotel. Contact jayne@p4w.org.uk for more information

Wednesday 7th May

Tain

Health Walk in Tain. Partnership for Wellbeing. The group meet at 11am. Visit the Tain Health Walk on face book for meet up point, or contact jayne@p4w.org.uk

Wednesday 7th May

Dingwall

Health Walk in Dingwall. Partnership for Wellbeing. The walk lasts between and hour and an hour and a half and starts at 10am. Contact jayne@p4w.org.uk for more details

Wednesday 7th May

Tomatin

Health Walk in Tomatin. Partnership for Wellbeing. The group meet at the Community Centre at 2pm. The walk lasts around an hour. Contact Cathy Bonniface for information on 01808 511 740.

Wednesday 7th May

Nairn

Health Walk in Nairn. Partnership for Wellbeing. Meet 2pm at Nairn Community Centre to join the group for an hour’s walk. Contact jayne@p4w.org.uk for more details.

Wednesday 7th May

Newtonmore

Short, safe, local, friendly and free, our Active Cairngorms Health Walks will be taking place throughout the week in communities across Badenoch and Strathspey. Led by volunteers, all are welcome regardless of your ability. Health Walks are a fantastic way to become more active, meet new people, spend time in nature and feel better! No need to book, just meet at the time and location as per the following list.

  • Newtonmore: Wednesday, 10.30am. Meet outside the Wildcat Centre

We ask that no dogs, apart from assistance dogs, are brought on Health Walks.

For more info about any of the walks contact healthwalks@cairngorms.co.uk.

Wednesday 7th May

Boat of Garten

Short, safe, local, friendly and free, our Active Cairngorms Health Walks will be taking place throughout the week in communities across Badenoch and Strathspey. Led by volunteers, all are welcome regardless of your ability. Health Walks are a fantastic way to become more active, meet new people, spend time in nature and feel better! No need to book, just meet at the time and location as per the following list.

  • Boat of Garten: Wednesday, 1.30pm. Meet outside Community Hall

We ask that no dogs, apart from assistance dogs, are brought on Health Walks.

For more info about any of the walks contact healthwalks@cairngorms.co.uk.

Wednesday 7th May

Boat of Garten

Joy Rides — inclusive, accessible cycling sessions promoting active travel and cycling confidence lasting around 2 hours. Minimal cycling ability/experience needed.

7 May:Joy Rides meeting at Deshar Primary School 9:30am to 11:30am.

More information can be found on the Spin Project website or School Joy Rides signup page and Boat of Garten Community Hall 12:30pm to 2:30pm.

More information can be found on the Spin Project website Joy Rides signup page.

Wednesday 7th May

Castletown

The Castletown Health walk meets every Wednesday at 10.30am outside the Drill Hall.  We walk for approximately one hour and have tea/coffee in The Castletown Hotel after the walk.  Every few weeks we walk somewhere different as the walks in Castletown are more limited.

We walk in all weathers and we can have different lengths of walks for those who are not feeling quite so energetic.

We are Dementia and MacMillan friendly walks.

For more information contact: patgrovesuk@yahoo.co.uk

Wednesday 7th May

A Guided coastal walk on Faraid Head by Durness

Part of the Beach of Dreams programme 2025 Beach of Dreams

A gentle 4km walk across a beautiful beach, crossing the headland, with fine sea views, wildlife, wildflowers and seabirds [possibly some puffins], returning at leisure through the amazing dunes, peace and tranquillity.

Time: 10.30am – 1pm

Booking: Click here to book on Eventbrite

Cost: £10

Contact: donald.mitchell@highlifehighland.com

Wednesday 7th May

Strontian

Date:  Wednesday 7th May  

Area: Ardnamurchan 

A Short Walk into Nature – Strontian 

Join this local green health walk and help reconnect with the natural world. Enjoy some leisurely exercise, friendly company, great views, and fresh air.  Following a different theme each week, find out a bit more about the nature on your doorstep. All our ‘short walks into nature’ series are flat, under an hour in length and suitable for all abilities and levels of fitness. Please disclose to your local ranger any medical or additional support needs you may have prior to the walk. 

Time: 11am – 12pm                                 

We make no charge for this event but we rely on your donations to help us protect our Highland wildlife and heritage. 

Booking:  Call or email to book 

Contact:eilidh-ann.phillips@highlifehighland.com 

Thursday 8th May

Thursday 8th May

Applecross

High Life Highland countryside Rangers 11:30am to 1pm Slow down – Tiny wonders walk & Sit Spot Invitation. Contact katie.grant1@highlifehighland.com or call 07483 960 932 to find out more OR Book at Eventbright.

Thursday 8th May

Dunnet Community Forest Caithness

Come and join one of our weekly session of practical work in the forest. We develop and maintain habitats for plants, animals, birdlife and all forest users. The work we do varies from week to week and season to season. Currently we are concentrating on removal of invasive species mainly cotoneaster, and looking after the health of our saplings that have been planted over the past 10 years by removing tree guards, checking tree health and re-staking.

You will be working as part of a team of volunteers, there is plenty of opportunities to enjoy good company, learn new skills and help to maintain and improve the wonderful environment that is Dunnet Community Forest. We meet at the woodshed, which is opposite the Dunnet Bay Sea Drift Centre/Caravan Park. What3Words ///compliant.outlast.raking

Thursday 8th May from 9am to 12pm.

We are open to all ages and abilities, if you are under 18 years old, you will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult. If you would like to come along to one of our sessions please email Garance on dev@dunnetforest.org as this will give me the opportunity to pass on any additional information and to know to expect you.

Thursday 8th May

Dunnet Beach Dunes and Forest, Green Health Week Walk

 As part of ‘Green Health Week’, join the countryside ranger at Dunnet Bay for a leisurely, circular stroll at Dunnet Beach, dunes and forest. Let’s see what we can see along the way. Enjoy some low level, easy exercise and good company, outside in the fresh air. Suitable outdoor footwear and clothing required. Over 18 years only. Booking is essential due to limited numbers.

Further details Paul Castle 07827281481

Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm

Booking ref: ACT002877

Booking: High Life Highland Activities

We make no charge for this event but we rely on your donations to help us protect our Highland wildlife and heritage.

Contact: paul.castle@highlifehighland.com

Thursday 8th May

Inverness

Botanics Health walk Inverness. Partnership for Wellbeing. The group meet for 10:30am at the car park in front of the Botanic Gardens. The walk lasts around an hour with the option to have refreshments at the café afterwards. Contact jayne@p4w.org.uk for more information.

Thursday 8th May

Spring at Ullapool Riverside: Highlife Highland Ranger Led Walk

An accessible walk as part of Green Health Week, Ullapool On this walk around the riverside paths in Ullapool, we will be looking and listening for nature. There are wildflowers aplenty bordering the paths, trees will be freshly in leaf and the wild animals that enjoy the woodland and river habitats will be busy with spring.

The pace will be slow and mellow and you can learn about some of the things we will see as we go. Part of Green Health Week. Please book online via Eventbrite or by contacting Jenny Grant via jenny.grant@highlifehighland.com or Mobile: 07917 307 499.

Time: 10am to 12pm We make no charge for this event but we rely on your donations to help us protect our Highland wildlife and heritage. Suggested donation for this walk is £5.

Thursday 8th May

Beauly

Health Walk in Beauly. Partnership for Wellbeing – meet at the Braeview carpark for 10am. The walk lasts up to an hour and a half. Please contact James McLardy on 07597 096 882 for more details.

Thursday 8th May

Inverness

Inclusive Wellness Walk around UHI Campus. Partnerships for Wellbeing have partnered up with the UHI Wellbeing team to offer the weekly walk. Meet by reception for 12 noon. The walk lasts up to an hour. Please note that Therapet friendly dogs accompany the walk. For further details contact jayne@p4w.org.uk

Thursday 8th May

Inverness

Nature Walk 1:30pm to 3:30pm led by Nature for Health. For more details see image or contact stephen@n4h.co.uk

Thursday 8th May

Kingussie

Short, safe, local, friendly and free, our Active Cairngorms Health Walks will be taking place throughout the week in communities across Badenoch and Strathspey. Led by volunteers, all are welcome regardless of your ability. Health Walks are a fantastic way to become more active, meet new people, spend time in nature and feel better! No need to book, just meet at the time and location as per the following list.

  • Kingussie: Thursday, 10.30am. Meet at the Badenoch Centre

We ask that no dogs, apart from assistance dogs, are brought on Health Walks.

For more info about any of the walks contact healthwalks@cairngorms.co.uk.

Thursday 8th May

Carrbridge

hort, safe, local, friendly and free, our Active Cairngorms Health Walks will be taking place throughout the week in communities across Badenoch and Strathspey. Led by volunteers, all are welcome regardless of your ability. Health Walks are a fantastic way to become more active, meet new people, spend time in nature and feel better! No need to book, just meet at the time and location as per the following list.

  • Carrbridge: Thursday, 11am. Meet at the Old Bridge

We ask that no dogs, apart from assistance dogs, are brought on Health Walks.

For more info about any of the walks contact healthwalks@cairngorms.co.uk.

Thursday 8th May

Cromdale

Short, safe, local, friendly and free, our Active Cairngorms Health Walks will be taking place throughout the week in communities across Badenoch and Strathspey. Led by volunteers, all are welcome regardless of your ability. Health Walks are a fantastic way to become more active, meet new people, spend time in nature and feel better! No need to book, just meet at the time and location as per the following list.

  • Cromdale: Thursday, 10.30am. Meet at the Kirk

We ask that no dogs, apart from assistance dogs, are brought on Health Walks.

For more info about any of the walks contact healthwalks@cairngorms.co.uk.

Friday 9th May

Friday 9th May

Nairn Cardiactive Group Health Walk

We meet at the Jubilee Bridge Car Park, Nairn and leave for our walk at 2pm sharp. Our Walks last approximately 1 hour. A registration form by Paths For All requires to be completed by participants prior to their first walk.

A link can be emailed. It is a short health form which will just take a few minutes to complete online. If a participant doesn’t have online access we can print a form and this can be registered online by blazej.b_pytko@yahoo.co.uk

Group of older people lined up shoulder to shoulder smiling at the camera. They are stood in front of a woodland area on a lawn.

Friday 9th May

Lybster

High Life Highland Countryside Rangers Coastal walk – Lybster to Achastle, Friday 9th May, 10am to 12.30pm.

A cliff top walk south to the old herring station at Achastle on the look out for whales, nesting seabirds and plantlife. Meet at the Waterlines Visitor Centre. Ground uneven in places. Please wear sturdy boots and dress for the weather. Over 18s only and please, no dogs.

This is a 5 km walk with lots of stops for green health week. #natureforeveryone To book please visit the High Life Highland activities page and search for code ACT002858 it is under general activities.

We make no charge for this event but we rely on your kind donations to help us protect our Highland wildlife and heritage. Contact Kirsty Rosie via email: kirsty.rosie@highlifehighland.com or by mobile: 07920 182 658 for more information.

Friday 9th May

Nairn

Nature Walk 1:30pm to 3:30pm led by Nature for Health. For more details see image or contact stephen@n4h.co.uk

Friday 9th May

Badenoch & Strathspey Therapy Garden- ‘Open to all’ gardening sessions

Aviemore Hospital Garden 10:30am to 12:30pm.

For more information please contact the Project Manager, Cheryl Galbraith via mobile: 07881 456 752 or by email: bstherapygarden@gmail.com

Friday 9th May

Aviemore

*NEW WALK*

Short, safe, local, friendly and free, our Active Cairngorms Health Walks will be taking place throughout the week in communities across Badenoch and Strathspey. Led by volunteers, all are welcome regardless of your ability. Health Walks are a fantastic way to become more active, meet new people, spend time in nature and feel better! No need to book, just meet at the time and location as per the following list.

  • Aviemore: Friday, 10am. Meet at the Bowling Club (map)

We ask that no dogs, apart from assistance dogs, are brought on Health Walks.

For more info about any of the walks contact healthwalks@cairngorms.co.uk.

Friday 9th May

Strontian

Story by the Fire 

Join the Ranger and Ewens Room Education Officer at Strontian Community Woodland for a story by the fire followed by some activities relating to the book. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL and all children must be accompanied by an adult. These sessions are aimed at children aged 2yrs to 7yrs but younger and older children are welcome. Please wear warm, waterproof clothing. You can bring a snack for around the fire if you feel peckish. There might even be a few marshmallows for toasting!  **Fire safety is important – we operate a Leave No Trace policy and fires will not be lit at times of high wildfire risk** 

Time: 2.30pm – 4pm  

Booking is essential – please contact Eilidh-Ann to book your place. 

Contact: Eilidh-ann.phillips@highlifehighland.com 

Saturday 10th May

Saturday 10th May

Aviemore Park Run

Parkrun is on every Saturday at 9:30am.

Preferable if people register in advance via the Parkrun website, but not essential. Turn up 9:20am for the briefing and participate.

A person is running along a path in a rural location. There are stewards in high-vis vests applauding as the person runs past. There is also a small crowd of other runners chatting and applauding.

Saturday 10th May

For William Park Run

Parkrun is on every Saturday at 9:30am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Parkrun website,

Saturday 10th May

Thurso Park Run

Parkrun is on every Saturday at 9:30am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Parkrun website,

Saturday 10th May

Skinadin Park Run – Isle of Skye

Parkrun is on every Saturday at 9:30am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Parkrun website,

Saturday 10th May

Torvean Park Run – Inverness

Parkrun is on every Saturday at 9:30am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Parkrun website,

Saturday 10th May

Nairn Links Park Run

Parkrun is on every Saturday at 9:30am. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Parkrun website

Saturday 10th May

Feminist Bird Club Inverness

Feminist Bird Club Inverness are hosting their Caper-ceilidh, Saturday 10th May, 6pm-9pm with optional pre-ceilidh birding 5-6pm. Open to everyone, and booking is via eventbrite

Sunday 11th May

Sunday 11th May

Lairg

Litter Pick at Churchill Woods in Lairg – 11.30am-2pm. Help us keep Lairg nice and tidy! All litter picking equipment and bin bags will be provided, along with a lovely assortment of sandwiches and cakes from The Pier. Please register your interest through Eventbrite so we have an idea of numbers:

Sunday 11th May

Cairngorms

Cairngorms Pride Paddlers Meetup- details to be confirmed.

Follow Cairngorms Pride Paddlers on Instagram for more information.

Sunday 11th May

Dunnet Community Forest Caithness

Come and join one of our weekly session of practical work in the forest. We develop and maintain habitats for plants, animals, birdlife and all forest users. The work we do varies from week to week and season to season. Currently we are concentrating on removal of invasive species mainly cotoneaster, and looking after the health of our saplings that have been planted over the past 10 years by removing tree guards, checking tree health and re-staking. You will be working as part of a team of volunteers, there is plenty of opportunities to enjoy good company, learn new skills and help to maintain and improve the wonderful environment that is Dunnet Community Forest.

We meet at the woodshed, which is opposite the Dunnet Bay Sea Drift Centre/Caravan Park. What3Words ///compliant.outlast.raking

Sunday 11th May, 11am to 2pm.

We are open to all ages and abilities, if you are under 18 years old you will need to be accompanied by a responsible adult. If you would like to come along to one of our sessions please email Garance on dev@dunnetforest.org as this will give me the opportunity to pass on any additional information and to know to expect you.

Tuesday 13th May

Ullapool

Date: Tuesday 13th May

Area: Wester Ross

Ullapool Nature Tots for pre-school children – Buzzy Bees and Beautiful Butterflies, Ullapool Library 

Nature Tots is aimed at children under 5 and their carers. It includes nature stories and activities. This time our theme is about bees and butterflies.

Time: 10.30am – 11.30am

We make no charge for this event but we rely on your donations to help us protect our Highland wildlife and heritage.

Booking: Not required

Contact: jenny.grant@highlifehighland.com              M: 07917307499

#GreenHealthWeek #DailyDoseofNature #MakeSpaceForNature #Natureforeveryone