Events

Jun
30
Wed
2021
REAP’s Composting Workshop @ REAP Kiosk, Cooper Park
Jun 30 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Join us for our free outdoor workshop and learn­ everything you need to know about composting! How to turn your kitchen and garden waste into rich nourishing compost for your garden at REAP’s Kiosk at Cooper Park, Elgin.

Booking is essential, no drop-ins allowed and places on this workshop are limited. To book your place click here.

During the workshop we will maintain physical distancing at all times and are following ‘Scot Gov’ COVID safe guidance and practice. We will have hand washing facilities and hand sanitiser stations available.

If you develop any COVID 19 symptoms before the session please let us know and do NOT attend. You will be asked to sign a disclaimer at the workshop confirming you have no COVID 19 symptoms.

For the workshop PLEASE wear suitable warm clothing (you never know the weather) and sturdy footwear, take a notepad and pencil with you to note down any tips from the workshop.

Please only arrive five minutes before the workshop is due to start and leave promptly afterwards.

(You do not need to print out your ticket, we will already have your details).

REAP works in the North East of Scotland to raise environmental awareness, tackle economic inequality and engage in social enterprise. REAP is a company limited by guarantee (No: 316989) and a registered charity (No: SC037988).

This workshop is funded by The Climate Challenge Fund.

Jul
21
Wed
2021
REAP’s Composting Workshop @ Maryhill Gardens, Maryhill Medical Practice, Elgin
Jul 21 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Join us for our free outdoor workshop and learn­ everything you need to know about composting! How to turn your kitchen and garden waste into rich nourishing compost for your garden at Maryhill Gardens (behind Maryhill Medical Practice), Elgin. 

Booking is essential, no drop-ins allowed and places on this workshop are limited. To book your place click here.

During the workshop we will maintain physical distancing at all times and are following ‘Scot Gov’ COVID safe guidance and practice. We will have hand washing facilities and hand sanitiser stations available.

If you develop any COVID 19 symptoms before the session please let us know and do NOT attend. You will be asked to sign a disclaimer at the workshop confirming you have no COVID 19 symptoms.

For the workshop PLEASE wear suitable warm clothing (you never know the weather) and sturdy footwear, take a notepad and pencil with you to note down any tips from the workshop.

Please only arrive five minutes before the workshop is due to start and leave promptly afterwards.

(You do not need to print out your ticket, we will already have your details).

REAP works in the North East of Scotland to raise environmental awareness, tackle economic inequality and engage in social enterprise. REAP is a company limited by guarantee (No: 316989) and a registered charity (No: SC037988).

This workshop is funded by The Climate Challenge Fund.

Aug
2
Mon
2021
Keith Eco Week – Monday 2nd – Friday 6th August 2021 @ Facebook and 2 local Keith Events
Aug 2 – Aug 6 all-day

Join us for our Keith Eco Week from Monday 2nd – Friday 6th August 2021
Daily Facebook tips and ideas to Go Green in Keith (and beyond..!) Plus:

KEITH CYCLE EVENT

(with Cycling UK Moray, Grampian Police!)

Keith Show Park Tues. 3rd Aug 2-4pm
Electric bikes and others to try out
Info on longer term bike hire – free!
NE Crime Reduction Officer info and examples of bike locks/ security
Free mini picnic pack if you try out a bike!

Booking essential with Louise on 07500 816636 or email louise.haggarty@cyclinguk.org

DEN WOODS NATURE WALK

Meet: Edindiach Rd. car park
Thurs. 5th August 2-4pm
Come on a nature walk and treasure hunt
Bring waterproofs/ sunhats/ suitable footwear
Mini picnic in the park to finish

Booking essential! Click here to book through Eventbrite or call REAP 01542 888070 or email info@reapscotland.org.uk

ALL CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED by an adult on both events

Aug
25
Wed
2021
REAP’s Sustainable Gardening at Home Workshop @ REAP Kiosk, Cooper Park
Aug 25 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us for our free outdoor workshop and learn­ ‘how to’ reduce your environmental impacts whilst gardening at home. Find out how small changes can make a big impact. We will cover topics such as gardening tools, composting, soil health, growing fruit and vegetables and making a home for wildlife at REAP’s Kiosk at Cooper Park, Elgin.

Booking is essential, no drop-ins allowed and places on this workshop are limited. To book your place click here

During the workshop we will maintain physical distancing at all times and are following ‘Scot Gov’ COVID safe guidance and practice. We will have hand washing facilities and hand sanitiser stations available.

If you develop any COVID 19 symptoms before the session please let us know and do NOT attend. You will be asked to sign a disclaimer at the workshop confirming you have no COVID 19 symptoms.

For the workshop PLEASE wear suitable warm clothing (you never know the weather) and sturdy footwear, take a notepad and pencil with you to note down any tips from the workshop.

Please only arrive five minutes before the workshop is due to start and leave promptly afterwards.

(You do not need to print out your ticket, we will already have your details).

REAP works in the North East of Scotland to raise environmental awareness, tackle economic inequality and engage in social enterprise. REAP is a company limited by guarantee (No: 316989) and a registered charity (No: SC037988).

This workshop is funded by The Climate Challenge Fund.

Aug
26
Thu
2021
Edintore Windfarm Community Benefit Fund – Deadline for applications @ REAP Office
Aug 26 @ 11:45 pm – 11:45 pm
Sep
15
Wed
2021
Food Growing on a Budget Workshop @ Maryhill Gardens, Maryhill Health Centre, Elgin
Sep 15 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Join us for our FREE Food Growing on a Budget Workshop and learn and share tips on ‘how to’ grow your own food for pennies. Lots of demos, freebies and course notes to take home. 🌱🥕🥔

When: Wednesday 15th September 2021
Where: Maryhill Gardens (behind Maryhill Health Centre), Elgin
Time: 5.30pm to 8.00pm
Booking is essential, no drop-ins allowed and places on this workshop are limited!!
For more details and to book your place please click here.

(We are following ‘Scot Gov’ COVID safe guidance and practice. We will have hand washing facilities and hand sanitiser stations available).

 

Oct
26
Tue
2021
Hill of Towie Windfarm Application Form Deadline @ REAP Office
Oct 26 all-day
Hill of Towie Windfarm Application Form Deadline @ REAP Office | Scotland | United Kingdom

The next closing date deadline for applications is Tuesday 26th October 2021

Nov
6
Sat
2021
Community Gardening in Cooper Park @ Cooper Park, Elgin
Nov 6 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Community Gardening in Cooper Park @ Cooper Park, Elgin

Come and join us and other like-minded people in Cooper Park.

We will be discussing forest gardening in the Cooper Park and working with nature based solutions to help the climate crisis.

You will be able to get hands on and prepare the beds for the next season .

Come along, no need to book in advance and Track & Trace details will be taken on arrival and we will be following ‘Scot Gov’ COVID safe guidance and practice.

Please only attend if you are COVID symptom-free

All ages welcome!!

(Children to be accompanied by an adult)

This session is funded through the Climate Challenge Fund Net Zero Scotland #LetsDoNetZero

Nov
9
Tue
2021
REAP Scotland AGM @ Online via Zoom link
Nov 9 @ 7:00 pm – 7:30 pm

REAP Scotland will be holding its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 9th November 2021 at 7pm.

The meeting will take place online via the Zoom link.

Anyone wishing to attend please email info@reapscotland.org.uk to be sent the Zoom link nearer the time. We warmly welcome you to join us!

Nov
13
Sat
2021
REAP’s Introduction to Permaculture Workshop @ The Willow Room, Elgin Community Centre
Nov 13 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

This FREE workshop is lead by experienced Permaculture instructor Jonny Barton, booking is essential.

The morning indoor session will start at 10am in the Willow Room in Elgin Community Centre, Trinity Road, Elgin IV30 1UE with a visit to the nearby Maryhill Community Gardens (behind Maryhill Medical Practice, about a 15 minute walk) after lunch. At Maryhill Community Gardens we will have a hands on session.

Permaculture is the conscious design and maintenance of agriculturally productive systems which have the diversity, stability, and resilience of natural ecosystems. It is the harmonious integration of the landscape with people providing their food, energy, shelter and other material and non-material needs in a sustainable way.

Refreshments provided, please bring a packed lunch.

Booking is essential, no drop-ins allowed and places on this workshop are limited!!

Please only attend if you are COVID symptom-free

(We are following ‘Scot Gov’ COVID safe guidance and practice. We will have hand washing facilities and hand sanitiser stations available).

For more details and to book your place please click on the Eventbrite link here.

This workshop is funded through the Climate Challenge Fund Net Zero Scotland #LetsDoNetZero