Red Squirrel Day - Formby

Red Squirrel hunt at Formby Beach
Date: 18th July
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: National Trust Formby Beach, Formby, Liverpool
Ages: 5 - 14 years old

Activity Description
Join us for an exciting "Red Squirrel Day Out" at Formby Beach! This day is packed with fun activities for children aged 5 to 14. We’ll explore the forest, play on the beach, have a picnic, and even enjoy some ice cream. It's going to be a day full of adventure and learning in a beautiful seaside setting.

Itinerary:

Arrival and Welcome:

Meet us at the Formby Beach entrance or agreed drop off point.
10-00-10:30 AM

Forest School Fun:

Let’s head into the pinewoods for some cool forest school activities! We’ll build shelters, learn about the plants and animals. Keep an eye out for the red squirrels!

Nature Walk:

We will walk through the woods and dunes. Playing and exploring along the way, we will have a pine cone collecting competition!

Picnic Lunch:

Time to relax and enjoy a picnic lunch on the beach. Please bring a packed lunch and plenty of water. We’ll make sure to clean up and keep the beach beautiful.

Beach Combing:

After lunch, we’ll explore the beach and search for cool shells, stones, and other treasures. Learn about what we find and the marine life living in the area.

Beach Games:

Get ready for some fun beach games like relay races, beach football, and kite flying. Everyone will have a chance to play and enjoy!

Ice Cream Treat:

Cool off with a yummy ice cream treat!

Free Play and nature journalling:

We’ll spend some time reflecting on the day’s activities and what we’ve learned, there will also be time during the day to do some nature journalling if the children want to.

3.30 PM - 4.00pm Departure:

Pick-up is at 3.30 PM from the Formby Beach entrance or pre arranged pick up point.

What to Bring:

Packed lunch and snacks

Plenty of water

Sun hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses

Comfortable clothes and shoes for the beach and forest

Swimsuit and towel

A change of clothes

Raincoat (just in case)

Small backpack for your stuff

Binoculars (optional, for spotting squirrels)

Important Notes:

Please let us know if your child has any allergies or medical conditions.

We can’t wait to spend a fantastic day at Formby Beach, exploring nature and having lots of fun!

Contact Information: If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Hazel Smith on 07540992337 or Hazel_marie1990@hotmail.com.