Enjoy a full day visiting the bird of prey live viewing project in the romantic Trossachs

The Aberfoyle live bird of prey viewing project

1 February to 31 December 2009

Three thousand miles is a long way to fly just to get on telly.

But every March, we ospreys pop over from Africa to raise a new family right here in the romantic Trossachs, where thanks to Forestry Commission Scotland, there is a perfect nest platform waiting for us.

And from April to September, you can watch our every move from the comfort of The David Marshall Lodge.

Screens have been set up to show you images direct from the nestcam - see the moment our eggs hatch right through to the heart-stopping first flights of our chicks. You can also find out our latest comings and goings with the Aberfoyle ospreys blog.

You might also see other fantastic wildlife – such as red squirrels, barn owls, buzzards and pine martens – on camera all year round.

If you've got your walking boots on, why not go for a stroll around the numerous woodland and waterfall walks that all start from the Lodge? With stunning views across to Ben Lomond, the scenery is as awe-inspiring as we are.

Entry to David Marshall Lodge is free. Parking costs £2.

When can you see us?

The live viewing for ospreys is from April to September, but The David Marshall Lodge is open February-December for people to visit.

February: Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 10 am-4 pm;
March: daily 10 am-4 pm;
April-June: daily 10 am-5 pm;
July-August: daily 10 am-6 pm;
September-October: daily 10 am-5 pm;
November-December: daily 10 am-4 pm.

What's at the site?

There is a coffee shop, woodland craft shop and disabled toilets.

How to find us

The project is only signposted from the outskirts of Aberfoyle. From Glasgow and Stirling, take the A81 straight to Aberfoyle. Drive through the village of Aberfoyle, taking the road round to the right and up the hill. The David Marshall Lodge is on the right about a mile after the village.

What should I bring?

Normal footwear should be fine for most of the walks. However, if you are feeling more adventerous and planning a hill walk, stout footware is advisable.

Still got some questions?

Telephone: The David Marshall Lodge on 01877 382258

Why not make a day of it?

While you're out and about, why not visit one of these?

• Trossachs Bird of Prey Trail
• Glen Finglas
• Flanders Moss NNR
• Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park

This date is a partnership project with Forestry Commission Scotland and is brought to you with the help of The Trossachs bird of prey trail and Scottish Natural Heritage.