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21stSeptember 2023

Don’t miss Nature Day at Hannahston Community Woodland, in Ayrshire! 1st October 2023.

21.09.23|Categories: Events|Tags: , , , , |

When: Sunday October 1st, 11am-3pm Where: Hannahston Community Woodland, Drongan KA6 7BS How much: All activities are free What: Lots to see and do for all ages! Nature activities will include tree planting, wildlife exploring, seed bombing, meeting birds of prey and more; craft activities will include bush craft, face [...]

14thSeptember 2023

Outdoor play funding awarded

14.09.23|Categories: Funding|Tags: , , , |

Greenspace Scotland share news that the Scottish Government has announced funding for more than 30 charities providing local outdoor play initiatives for children. The charities will receive a share of £550,000 to expand their projects in 2023. Around 14,000 children living in deprived areas will have access to more outdoor [...]

12thSeptember 2023

I Dig Trees – orders open! A great opportunity for schools and community groups.

12.09.23|Categories: Funding, Resources|Tags: , , , , , |

The winter tree planting season isn't too far away. TCV has launched their 2023/24 I Dig Trees campaign, providing free trees to community groups and schools across the UK. Tree planting can boost biodiversity, alleviate flood risk, enhance the landscape, and more! The right trees for the right places: Have [...]

8thAugust 2023

Young voices for nature – get involved!

08.08.23|Categories: Events, Funding|Tags: , , , , |

Many young people report being concerned about what’s happening to UK wildlife, as well as connected global issues like species extinction and climate change, but sometimes don’t know what to do about it, or who to team up with. Young Voices for Nature is an initiative set up by the [...]

18thJuly 2023

Read all about it

18.07.23|Categories: Places, Resources|Tags: , , , , |

Check out TCV’s newly published Summer Network Bulletin. This is a great read, which highlights groups and projects across Scotland enhancing urban biodiversity and combatting climate change. Find a local project near you, and discover how to Make Space for Nature!

4thJuly 2023

Growing Climate Confidence

04.07.23|Categories: Resources|Tags: , , |

This website resource enables third sector organisations in Scotland to find help to reduce emissions and engage their community. This includes actions around nature, and providing information to help us learn about climate change and net zero. Read individual and community stories from around Scotland.

27thJune 2023

Nature Everywhere

27.06.23|Categories: Miscellaneous|Tags: , , , |

In the US, The Children & Nature network are working to advance Nature Everywhere in 100 communities by 2025. This project aims to create equitable access to nature everywhere children live, learn and play.

13thJune 2023

#IWill Scotland: Ambassador Recruitment Extended Until Thursday 15th June at 12pm (Noon)

13.06.23|Categories: Events|Tags: , , , , |

Do you work alongside children and young people 10 - 24years of age? Are they passionate about making a difference in their community and wider society? Would they like to join this every growing Youth Social Action Movement as an #IWill Ambassador? If the Answer is YES, then why not [...]