Barra & Vatersay Outdoor Ranger Service

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Barra & Vatersay Outdoor Ranger Service The Barra & Vatersay Outdoor Rangers will work with the community and visitors to bring a greater appreciation of the outdoor environment of Barra & Vatersay.

If you find a seal pup on the beach it is probably fine. Follow these steps and if it is still there 24 hours later or ...
12/10/2026

If you find a seal pup on the beach it is probably fine. Follow these steps and if it is still there 24 hours later or has visible injuries then report is to SMASS https://strandings.org/

More great weather for Wednesday morning’s guided wildlife walk at Eoligarry. We had good telescope views of 2 White-tai...
09/09/2026

More great weather for Wednesday morning’s guided wildlife walk at Eoligarry.

We had good telescope views of 2 White-tailed Eagles, a couple of Red-throated and one Black-throated Diver, Eiders, numerous waders, a mixed flock of Linnet and Twite, a showy Great Yellow Bumblebee and lots of Moss Carder Bumblebees feasting on the Sea Rocket.

We know it is windy now but it will be lovely on Wednesday. So lets go a little walk - may find something the wind blew...
07/09/2026

We know it is windy now but it will be lovely on Wednesday. So lets go a little walk - may find something the wind blew in!!!

The next wildlife walk will be on Wednesday 9th September at 9:30am in Eoligarry.Accompany Bruce and Kathy on a leisurel...
05/09/2026

The next wildlife walk will be on Wednesday 9th September at 9:30am in Eoligarry.

Accompany Bruce and Kathy on a leisurely walk around Eoligarry seeing flora and fauna as you go. It is an excellent walk and a great way to wildlife. To book onto the walk contact Bùth Bharraigh 01871 817948.

If you have no transport and are in Castlebay (of the west side) you can get the 8:45 bus from Castlebay Post Office but you need to book to Eoligarry with the bus operator (0757 284 1577) by 17:00 the day before.

Make a great start to September by going on a guided wildlife walk. Full of information and sightings and it will be wi...
31/08/2026

Make a great start to September by going on a guided wildlife walk. Full of information and sightings and it will be windy enough to keep the midges at bay. Sign up by calling Bùth Bharraigh 01871 817948

Two walks on this coming week before the wind picks up.🚶Monday 31st August a historical Allasdale Walk with Jonathan, 2p...
30/08/2026

Two walks on this coming week before the wind picks up.

🚶Monday 31st August a historical Allasdale Walk with Jonathan, 2pm
🚶‍♂️Tuesday 1st September a Eoligarry Wildlife Walk with Bruce, 3pm

To sign up contact or pop into Bùth Bharraigh

Next Ranger walk in on Monday with Jonathan. It will be an excellent walk with information over the last 4-5 thousand y...
29/08/2026

Next Ranger walk in on Monday with Jonathan. It will be an excellent walk with information over the last 4-5 thousand years. Weather is looking great.
Sign up Bùth Bharraigh

Great opportunity to gain a Level 2 award in safe use of pesticides with hand held applicator.If you would like to be co...
28/08/2026

Great opportunity to gain a Level 2 award in safe use of pesticides with hand held applicator.

If you would like to be considered please just send an email to the address on the advert. If you have any questions then pop into Bùth Bharraigh or phone 01871 817948 and chat to Sarah.

Jonathan's last walk what on Thursday. It was a great day for a walk out to Dun Ban. He was accompanied by three regula...
28/08/2026

Jonathan's last walk what on Thursday. It was a great day for a walk out to Dun Ban. He was accompanied by three regular visitors to Barra. They all enjoyed stunning views and not too many midges!!!

His next walk is this Monday 31st August around Allasdale. To join him contact Bùth Bharraigh (01871 817948) and sign up. It will be an excellent walk with information over the last 4-5 thousand years. Weather is looking great.

Spaces on the walk tomorrow around the Tangusdale area. Learn about the history of the township and who has lived their...
26/08/2026

Spaces on the walk tomorrow around the Tangusdale area. Learn about the history of the township and who has lived their over the years. Also look at the flora and fauna as you walk. Dogs are allowed on this walk but must be kept on a lead.

To sign up please phone Bùth Bharraigh 01871 817948 or pop into the shop.

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Barra & Vatersay Outdoor Ranger Service, Isle Of Barra
Castlebay
HS95XD

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+447572460618

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