Policy for a New Relationship with Nature
This post on Finding Nature (7 March 2024), shares information about new policy briefing which introduces the concept of nature connectedness as a catalyst for change. It shows how fostering a deeper relationship with nature that goes beyond simply spending time outdoors. The briefing then offers ideas that can help [...]
Counting butterflies for calm, connection, and conservation
This Finding Nature post (5 March 2024) reflects on the value of taking part in the Big Butterfly Count and other citizen science activities. It notes benefits to wellbeing and action for nature.
Invitation to a Study: Hearing wildlife
University of Derby researchers are interested in exploring the impact of listening to brief recordings about different wildlife species on people’s knowledge and attitudes towards them. This is a voluntary role, although participants can enter a prize draw. Taking part in this study will contribute to knowledge about people’s relationships [...]
Nature & nature connection resources
Muddy Faces share a very useful collection of Nature & nature connection resources on their Outdoor Hub. These include books, guides & useful websites, Nature Connection & Nature Deficit, research, reports & videos.
City lover or Nature lover?
This Finding Nature post (6 February 2024) shares recent research which explores different responses to green and urban spaces, depending on people’s degrees of nature connectedness.
Reciprocal care for nature and wellbeing project
Increasing the use of the outdoors is one way the Scottish Government measures the prosperity and well-being of its citizens. Greenspace Scotland have shared this Scottish Government strategic research programme, which recognises the need to cultivate conditions for a reciprocal relationship between people and the environment. This includes how childhood [...]
What do the Young Darwin scholars of 2023 have to say?
Find out more, in this Field Studies Council blog by Mollie Clay, Biodiversity Learning Development Officer.
Our Beautiful Wild – Young Voices for Nature Film
Watch this powerful youth led film written, directed, edited, and even had the music composed by young people – Our Beautiful Wild. Find out more about the process of this film making from Save Our Wild Isles.