Explore new places and discover the fantastic variety of creatures which thrive at our coasts and in the sea. Get up close with nature!​  

From rock pooling, to bug hunt, to plankton and seals. Our Safari leaders will help you find, identify and explore the lives of creatures great and small. All the family will be amazed at what is out there! ​  

Enjoy an extended weekend on a Scottish island.  

If your child will be under the age of three on time of arrival, please select the ‘Infant’ booking option so they can attend for free!

  • A girl looking in at the FSC Millport aquarium
  • FSC Millport and boat

Example Timetable

Day 1

Arrive 5:00pm

Evening
Centre info and ice breakers​

Day 2

Morning
Rock pooling

Afternoon
Mini beast hunt, pond dipping

Evening
What wanders at night – mammal and moth trapping

Day 3

Morning
Mammal and moth trap opening; Touch tanks in our aquarium and plankton discoveries

Afternoon
Birds and seals

Evening
Campfire and BBQ, evening walk

Day 4

Morning
Conservation activity e.g make bird boxes, bug hotels, willow weaving. ​

Depart 1:00pm

 

What's Included

  • Expert Tuition
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Full Board Accommodation
  • Hot and Cold Drinks
  • In Course Transport
  • Picnic Lunch

Before You Attend

What to bring

  • Waterproof coat
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Swimming suits/shorts
  • Lunch box
  • Water bottle
  • Rucksack
  • Towel
  • Sun cream
  • Sun hat
  • Please bring plenty of extra layers and spare clothes, you never know what the weather will be like!

Opportunities to attend this course

  • Fri 21, July 2023 17:00 - Mon 24, July 2023 13:00

    Location
    FSC Millport
    Region
    Scotland
    Price
    £0 - £267
    Tutor
    Field Studies Council Staff
  • Thu 19, October 2023 17:00 - Sun 22, October 2023 13:00

    Location
    FSC Millport
    Region
    Scotland
    Price
    £0 - £267
    Tutor
    Field Studies Council Staff
    Pay a deposit of £100.00 per item