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Roxy and Bat have got lost on a hike through the Severn Valley, but they're determined to find their own way home without relying on calling “awooo” for help.Along the riverbank they meet a number of animals who give tips on navigation, before a startled Arctic tern crash-lands with an urgent request of their own. Can Roxy and Bat find their way home, and will they be able to help the Arctic tern too? ProductionRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio. Artwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.com Cast: Ranger Rae: Katy Schutte Roxy: Leila Hall Deer / Wildcat: Hannah Platts Beaver / Bat: Lloydie James Lloyd Expedition Eddie: Adam Hodgson Luca: Stephen Lee All other characters played by members of the ensemble. Writer: Aidan Fitzmaurice Sound design: Chris Stevens Editing: Adam Stoner Producers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner Ideas and resources for the grownups Cross off ‘Find your Way with a Map’, number 45 on our ’50 things to do before you’re 11 and ¾” www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things/no.-45-find-your-way-with-a-map ational TrustSee the full list here:www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-thingsDiscover ideas for a great family day out:https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/family-friendly?type=eventVisit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast website nationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radio www.funkidslive.com/ Learn about UK wildlife www.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

A friendly spider wants to make some new friends, but every attempt ends up with the local people running away and screaming.Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers step in to find out why people are so scared and spot a chance for spiders to show off exactly what they're good for. ProductionRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Artwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.com Cast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonLuca: Stephen LeeAll other characters played by members of the ensemble. Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner Ideas and resources for the grownupsBe inspired by our ’50 things to do before you’re 11 and ¾” list:www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-thingsDiscover ideas for a great family day out:https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/family-friendly?type=eventVisit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast websitenationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radiowww.funkidslive.com/Learn about UK wildlifewww.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

A young robin is due to join the dawn chorus for the very first time, at Powis Castle. Trouble is, they’ve developed a case of stage fright. Ranger Rae, a very confident gang of Wildlifers, plus a scene-stealing peacock, are ready to step in to help build up some courage. Will Robin find the confidence to sing? ProductionRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Artwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.com Cast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonLuca: Stephen LeeAll other characters played by members of the ensemble. Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner Ideas and resources for the grownupsDiscover Powis Castle:www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/powis-castle-and-gardenBe inspired by our ’50 things to do before you’re 11 and ¾” list:www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-thingsDiscover ideas for a great family day out:https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/family-friendly?type=eventVisit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast websitenationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radiowww.funkidslive.com/Learn about UK wildlifewww.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

Hermit crab is is having trouble finding a new shell. They just can’t find one that scores well on the SWCM scale. But what is a SWCM scale? Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers are on the case and ready to help with the shell search. Although will Wildcat’s fear of the water scupper things for them? ProductionRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio. Artwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.com Cast: Ranger Rae: Katy Schutte Roxy: Leila Hall Deer / Wildcat: Hannah Platts Beaver / Bat: Lloydie James Lloyd Expedition Eddie: Adam Hodgson Luca: Stephen Lee All other characters played by members of the ensemble. Writer: Aidan Fitzmaurice Sound design: Chris Stevens Editing: Adam Stoner Producers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner Ideas and resources for the grownups  Be inspired by our ’50 things to do before you’re 11 and ¾” list:www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-thingsDiscover ideas for a great family day out:https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/family-friendly?type=eventVisit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast website nationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radio www.funkidslive.com/ Learn about UK wildlife www.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

Over on Lundy Island, a flustered Pygmy Shrew needs a bit of help finishing the annual count of the island's rare wild cabbages. That would be easy enough if it weren’t for a feral goat who keeps throwing the numbers into chaos. Don’t worry, Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers are ready to lend a hand, and an old friend shows up too. Will they manage to get an accurate final count? ProductionRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Artwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.com Cast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonLuca: Stephen LeeAll other characters played by members of the ensemble. Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner Ideas and resources for the grownupsDiscover Lundy:www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/lundy Be inspired by our ’50 things to do before you’re 11 and ¾” list:www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-thingsDiscover ideas for a great family day out:https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/family-friendly?type=eventVisit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast websitenationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radiowww.funkidslive.com/Learn about UK wildlifewww.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

In gardens across the Northeast, a hungry hedgehog keeps hitting dead ends! Fences are blocking every route on their nightly forage for food. This seems like the ideal job for nocturnal Wildlifers Bat and Fox, along with Ranger Rae and Roxy.Will they link up enough gardens to get a proper highway for the hedgehog to get around? ProductionRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Artwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.com Cast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonLuca: Stephen LeeAll other characters played by members of the ensemble. Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner Ideas and resources for the grownupsFind out more about how to join your garden to the Hedgehog Highway:https://www.hedgehogstreet.org/help-hedgehogs/link-your-garden/ Be inspired by our ’50 things to do before you’re 11 and ¾” list:www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-thingsDiscover ideas for a great family day out:https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/family-friendly?type=eventVisit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast websitenationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radiowww.funkidslive.com/Learn about UK wildlifewww.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

Join Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers, a colourful crew of creatures who use their special skills to solve curious cases! Series 3 is out now! Follow Ranger Rae, Roxy and the gang as they explore exciting places, reunite with old friends and meet new ones. From Beaver the brilliant engineer to Bat the sonar expert, each of our native UK animals brings a unique superpower to every mystery. Journey from windswept islands to dramatic castles and meet a host of weird and wonderful characters along the way. Perfect for 5–8 year olds, and fun for the whole family!

Watch out! In the series finale the Wildlifers need to help boat captain Expedition Eddie stop a runaway barge that’s travelling very, very slowly towards danger.   Can the gang put all their skills together to stop a very bumpy ending, even Wildcat, who’s terrified of water?  ProductionRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Artwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.com Cast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonLuca: Stephen LeeAll other characters played by members of the ensemble. Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner  Ideas and resources for the grownups  Explore the UK's canals and rivershttps://canalrivertrust.org.uk/explorers    Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast websitenationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radiowww.funkidslive.com/Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-thingsLearn about UK wildlifewww.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

Roxy’s desperate to see the animal at the top of her night walk wish list – the owl she’s been hearing from her bedroom.  On a quest into the city with Ranger Rae, Bat, Fox and Mole, the crew meet lots of friends along the way.   Bat’s excited to see their cousins down by the canal. Fox comes face to face with Urban Fox on the hunt for a takeaway. And Mole simply wants to cover themselves in juicy worms.   But will Roxy finally be able to find out who’s been making all those hoots, before the sun comes up? ProductionRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Artwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.com Cast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonLuca: Stephen LeeAll other characters played by members of the ensemble. Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner  Ideas and resources for the grownups  Tips for what to see and staying safe on a nighttime nature walkhttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things/no.-40-go-on-a-nature-walk-at-night Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast websitenationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radiowww.funkidslive.com/Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-thingsLearn about UK wildlifewww.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

The crew are up on Marsden Moor but all is not as it seems.  Ranger Rae, Roxy, Mole, Dragonfly are surrounded by the sneakiest creatures on the planet – animals who pretend to be other animals.   The world seems topsy turvy as hoverflies pretend to be wasps, butterflies are disguised as eyes and is that an actual hummingbird?  There’s only one thing for it with all these performers about… to form a new pop band - The Pollinators! ProductionRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Artwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.com Cast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonLuca: Stephen LeeAll other characters played by members of the ensemble. Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner  Ideas and resources for the grownups Discover Marsden Moor in England: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/yorkshire/marsden-moor  Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast websitenationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radiowww.funkidslive.com/Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things Learn about UK wildlifewww.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

Bee’s getting all the attention and Wasp’s jealous.  Why do people love bees so much and not wasps anyway?   The two stripy enemies call the Wildlifers to sort out the argument once and for all.   Dragonfly can’t wait to be on this mini-beastly case, but no-one can understand their buzzing.  But luckily the Wildlifers’ new pal Luca’s invented an insect interpreter so the crew can understand Dragonfly for the first time.   Rae, Roxy, Dragonfly and Mole decide there’s only one way to sort out Wasp and Bee’s argument… a bake-off contest! ProductionRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Artwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.com Cast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonLuca: Stephen LeeAll other characters played by members of the ensemble. Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner  Ideas and resources for the grownups  Discover the 'sky garden' Castlefield Viaduct in the heart of Manchester https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/cheshire-greater-manchester/castlefield-viaduct Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast websitenationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radiowww.funkidslive.com/Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-thingsLearn about UK wildlifewww.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

Red Squirrel has lost his acorns. And he’s pointing the claw at Grey Squirrel, his age-old nemesis.   Beaver, Fox, Ranger Rae, Roxy and a mysterious Pine Marten are on the case at Tollymore Forest Park.   But will they be able to restore peace to the woods and the animals who live there? ProductionRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio.Artwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.com Cast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonLuca: Stephen LeeAll other characters played by members of the ensemble. Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner  Ideas and resources for the grownups  Explore Tollymore Forest Park in Northern Irelandhttps://www.ireland.com/en-gb/destinations/regions/tollymore-forest-park/ Find places in Northern Ireland looked after by the National Trusthttps://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/northern-ireland  Visit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast websitenationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radiowww.funkidslive.com/Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-thingsLearn about UK wildlifewww.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

Emergency! Emergency! Seal sounds the alarm at Bae Ceredigion in Wales, after a little boy loses his honorary Wildlifer badge in the sea and is desperate to get it back. Ranger Rae, Roxy, Beaver and Deer are on the case, but no-one has quite the right skills for the underwater quest.  Luckily someone at the bay can help. Luca is an inventor extraordinaire and somewhere among his gadgets, could there be just the thing to help the Wildlifers?   The crew get help from the local animals and old friend Basking Shark. But can Beaver outwit a stubborn Sea Sponge to save the day?  For the Welsh transcript of this episode please click here Or copy this link:https://audioboom.com/posts/8794190-ar-goll-yn-y-mor  ProductionRanger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio. Artwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.com Cast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonLuca: Stephen LeeAll other characters played by members of the ensemble. Writer: Aidan FitzmauriceSound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner  Ideas and resources for the grownups  Discover the amazing coastal wildlife and places in Ceredigion, Wales: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/wales/coast-beachesVisit the National Trust's Kids' Podcast website nationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Discover more from Fun Kids Radio www.funkidslive.com/ Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things Learn about UK wildlife www.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife

A new series of Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers is here. Awooo!   Follow the adventures of Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers, a crew of colourful creatures who use their skills to solve curious cases.  Look out for six new adventures, landing 22 October.  Beaver’s a super engineer. Sleepy Bat’s skill is sonar. Wildcat’s a proud predator. Deer’s strong and speedy. Fox has a nose for trouble. Shy Mole’s an expert digger, and Dragonfly’s always buzzing.  In Series Two, 12-year old Roxy has finally become a real Wildlifer and can talk to animals. But she's got a lot to learn to be a top Ranger like her hero Rae.    Luckily the Wildlifers are back on the trail solving puzzles, where they find old friends and new ones too like inventor Luca.  Join the crew on new adventures in destinations from under the sea to beautiful forests, from cruising the canal to exploring the city after dark. And meet a host of weird and wonderful characters along the way.  Perfect for 5-8 year olds. Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio. Artwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.com Psst Grownups:  Follow Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers on your favourite podcast app like Apple, Spotify and Yoto   Head to the National Trust Kids' Podcast website: nationaltrust.org.uk/kids-podcast Parents and guardians please share your feedback: [email protected]

After all her adventures, Apprentice Roxy’s back home in the city. She’s still not a proper ranger yet and is worried she’ll never be able to talk to animals. And to make it even worse, a rogue magpie has stolen her precious honorary Wildlifer badge. Roxy decides she’ll get the badge back all on her own. But during her quest, she keeps getting distracted by all the city wildlife that needs her help. Does Roxy have what it takes to become a true Ranger? Find out in the series finale of Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers.  ProductionArtwork: Thomas Burden www.wearegrownup.comCast:Ranger Rae: Katy SchutteRoxy: Leila HallDeer / Wildcat: Hannah PlattsBeaver / Bat: Lloydie James LloydExpedition Eddie: Adam HodgsonOther characters played by members of the ensemble. Writer: Aidan Fitzmaurice Sound design: Chris StevensEditing: Adam StonerProducers: Lloydie James Lloyd & Adam Stoner Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers is a podcast from the National Trust, produced by Fun Kids Radio. Ideas and resources for the grownups   Discover more from Fun Kids Radio www.funkidslive.com/Be inspired with '50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4'www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/50-things  Learn more about UK wildlife www.nationaltrust.org.uk/discover/nature/wildlife Follow the National Trust Podcast, our podcast for grown ups. Discover immersive tales of nature, history and adventurepodfollow.com/national-trust-podcast