Wildlife Detectives: Pond Dipping (12pm)

About this event

Join us for a fun and interactive pond-dipping adventure at Gosforth Nature Reserve! We’ll explore the reserve’s exciting pond, using nets and trays to carefully discover the fascinating creatures living beneath the surface — from darting water boatmen to speedy water skaters. Along the way, you’ll learn how to spot different species and find out more about their amazing underwater lives.

Perfect for young nature lovers and curious explorers, this event is a wonderful way to uncover the watery wonders of Gosforth Nature Reserve.

If you have any questions, feel free to email Emily at NHSN.NatureRangers1@newcastle.ac.uk

Essential Information

Event leads: Brian Wright

Event length: 1 session, Saturday 30 August, 12pm - 1pm (approx)

Meet at: Gosforth Nature Reserve entrance, NZ 25998 69900, W3W: inch.caring.gave.

Event cost: Free to all

Additional Notes:

• Parent/gaurdian supervision of children is required at all times. Please only book a ticket for the child/children, accompanying adult does not need a ticket.
• Toilet facilities are available.
• Accesibility- all facilities are fully accessible and the route taken around the reserve will be also.

Photos will be taken as part of this event for social media purposes - if you would prefer to not be included please let a member of staff know at the start of the session.

Made possible by Newcastle Nature Networks