Families are encouraged to celebrate the great outdoors and ‘Go Wild’ at Sale Water Park with a fun-filled day of free family activities on Saturday 9 July.
Adults and children alike are encouraged to get out, and get active in the great outdoors with activities from woodland crafts to wild play, all taking place at the 52-acre site in Trafford, Greater Manchester.
Go Wild at Sale Water Park takes place on Saturday 9 July 12 – 3pm, with all activities free for families.
Organised by City of Trees, and supported by a range of partner organisations, the aim of the day is to encourage people to re-discover nature, whilst having fun as a family.
Lucy Holland from the City of Trees team comments; “The range of free activities on offer are all aimed at teaching children about the trees, woods and wildlife on their doorstep, and re-establish that important connection with the natural world”.
She adds; “Last year’s event was a huge success and this year is set to be even bigger and better!.”
There will be a host of activities for families to take part in, with wildlife experts leading nature walks offering kids the chance to spot flora and fauna, as well as having a go at Tree-ID.
The free family fun day also includes lots of opportunities for wild play including den building, foraging and goblin hunting!
Kids will get the chance to be hands-on with craft activities include willow weaving, woodland-themed crafts such as hazel flower and dream catcher making , as well as apple juice pressing.
For animal lovers a mini farm will include goats, chicks, lamb and calves.
There will also be storytelling, a bouncy castle, face-painting and a solar powered DJ spinning the tunes.
The event forms part of City of Trees’ Heritage Trees project which aims to celebrate, record and protect our local tree heritage – the trees, woodlands, hedgerows and orchards which are part of the fabric of our towns and cities.
Earlier this year, a unique interactive online database was launched, showcasing people’s stories, memories and photographs of their local tree heritage – as well as maps showing where to find trees of interest near them at www.heritagetrees.org.uk.
Lucy Holland adds; “At the event we’ll also be collecting people’s memories of the trees in their area – whether that was the tallest tree where you live; or the tree you used to picnic under in the summer – we want to hear your stories!”
“We’ll also be giving out free seedlings such as Hazel, wild cherry and crab apple for every story told”.
