Weekend of Wildlife: Small mammal surveying.
Join in on Friday 22 and Saturday 23 May to find out how many mice and voles call Morden Hall Park their home. Free, booking essential.
- Booking essential
- Free event
On Friday evening, you'll be helping our team set small mammal traps, then, bright and early the following morning, you'll be returning to count the mice and voles and safely release them back into the park.
Friday 22 May: 6:30pm – 8:30pm (setting the traps) and Saturday 23 May: 6:30am – 8:30am (checking the traps)
You will need to join both the evening and early morning part of this event.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895
- Suitability
Suitable for all aged 7+. Must be accompanied by an adult.
- Meeting point
Meet us at the Snuff Mill. Access to the park via Car Park only.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress appropriately for the weather and time of day. Please bring a torch if you have one.
- Accessibility
The activity takes place on flat ground and accessed via surfaced paths, but will be near unfenced open water in the dark.
- Other
Due to the nature of the event, dogs are not allowed.
Contact info
Children & Young People Hub - Morden Hall Park
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