18 From inside the community High Woods Country Park If you are looking for something to entertain the kids this summer, then High Woods may have the answer with a series of summer events that are sure to keep little minds (and hands) active: Stream Side Fun Children’s Event Join the ranger for a walk to the small stream that runs through the park, pan for gold then make your own raft or boat too. We will be in the stream so wear wellies or sandals you can get wet. Date and time: Wednesday 16 August, 10.30am - 12.30pm. Price: £5.50 You will need to book for this event. Amazing Animals Children’s Event Help the ranger find signs of animal life in the park on our discovery trail, check the live small mammal traps and get creative making your own sock animal to take home. Suitable for ages 5+. Date and time: Wednesday 23 August, 10.30am - 12.30pm. Price: £5.50 You will need to book for this event. Summer Nature Trail Children’s Event Follow the map around the park looking for nature themed stamps, can you find them all? Date and time: Monday 28 August, drop in anytime between 11am - 3pm. Price: £1, purchase from the visitor centre. Autumn Wildlife Trail App Launch High Woods Country Park has its very own interactive 1 mile wildlife trail. All you need to do is download the app to discover fascinating facts about the wild inhabitants of the park and have a go at the wildlife crazy quiz. There is help at hand from the staff at the visitor centre if needed. Suitable for all age groups including adults but if you are 5yrs or under there is a simplified version available as well (£1). Date and time: Saturday 02 September, drop in anytime between 11am to 3pm. Prices: £1 for a printed version which can be purchased from the visitor centre, or use the app for free. For more information on the full High Woods Country Park activities programme and to book, visit colchester.gov.uk/parkevents.
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