Ogden Water Country Park & Nature Reserve

Ogden Events 2010/2011

Saturday 5th June
Frolicked Puppet Theatre presents: A Walk in the Woods
See poster on Home Page for details!

Friday 23rd July
The Fairies, Goblins and Trolls of Ogden
Bus Families Wheelchair No dogs LNR Event
Explore a hidden world at Ogden Water and uncover creatures that you never thought existed - a session making puppets and models and exploring the woodlands to find out about the secret lives and activities of these mysterious creatures. Drop in anytime from 10:00-12.00, and from 13:30-15.00 at the Ogden Water classroom. £2.50 charge. For further information, contact (01422) 249136.

Tuesday 3rd August
Kite Flying Extravaganza!
Bus Families No dogs LNR Green Flag Event
Make your own kite from scratch with the materials provided, and then head out onto the moors to fly it. Alternatively, bring your own kite to fly. Join in the fun anytime from 10.00 to 12.00 and 13.00 to15.00. Materials charge of £2.50. Telephone (01422) 249136 for further information. Meet in the classroom at Ogden Water (HX2 8XZ).

Sunday 8th August
Birds of Prey at Ogden Water
Bus Families Wheelchairs No dogs LNR Event
Event organised in conjunction with the Friends of Ogden Water.
Meet some extraordinary birds, including eagles, hawks and owls, brought to Ogden Water (HX2 8XZ) by one of the UK's largest falconry display teams. See up to15 birds of prey from all corners of the globe plus a spectacular free-flying demonstration. Visit the birds from 10:30. Flying demonstrations at 12:30 and 15:00 (times may change). No charge, but donations to the Friends of Ogden Water welcomed. Tel: (01422) 249136 for further information.

Wednesday 25th August
Native American Indians
Bus Families No dogs Green Flag Event
Meet Julie Swift and Robin Dalton at the tepee at Ogden Water, Halifax (HX2 8XZ) anytime between 10.00 and 12.00 and 13.00 and 15.00 for a chance to find out more about the lives of Native American Indians. Cost £2.50 per child

Sunday 5th September
Navigation Practical Walk
E/M Bus No dogs Lunch Training Course
Meet Jan and Chris Buckley at 10.00 at Ogden Water (HX2 8XZ) for a chance to refresh your map reading skills on a 6 mile navigation walk. Come along with your map and compass. This is for people who already have a basic understanding of map and compass reading. Suitable outdoor wear essential. Limited places - to book call 01422 243761. £8 (£4 deposit).

Saturday 19th February 2011!
Bat Box Building
Bus Families No dogs LNR Event
Come to Ogden Water, off the A629 Keighley Rd, (HX2 8XZ) at either 10.00 or 13.30 to build a bat box for your garden. £3 charge.

• Most activities are free.
• Dress appropriately for the activity.   Walkers need boots, warm clothing and waterproofs, except for in summer when, boots/stout shoes and waterproofs should suffice.
• Jeans are unsuitable for walking unless you bring waterproofs.
• No booking is required unless stated in the programme.
• We would prefer you to leave your dog at home. If you do bring it please keep it on a lead at all times.   Please note that Open Access land may have restrictions on dogs at certain times of the year, which may not be in force at the time of going to press. Please also note that some landowners have banned dogs from Open Access land permanently (for example Walshaw Dean Estate and Manshead Hill). Where dogs are allowed on Access land, they must be kept on a lead at all times.   If in doubt, please leave your pet at home for the walk.  
• No unaccompanied children under 16.
• Check bus times for 'bus walks' and bring change for the fare.
• The pace of our walks is relatively slow.   If anyone gets ahead of the leader then we will assume that they have left the walk.
• Walks are circular unless otherwise stated.
• We would prefer it if you refrained from smoking whilst attending countryside walks and activities.

                 Page updated May 26, 2010