Citizen Science Survey – Signs of Spring
Can you help collect data by recording your spring sightings? Take part in this Field Studies Council 'Signs of Spring' survey by sharing any spring wildlife that you see emerging. There are ten indicator species or events that can be submitted to the survey, including snowdrops, bluebells, daffodils and bumblebees. [...]
“my quiet fascination for nature was beginning to grow…”
Read this story of a young person’s journey and citizen science project shared by the Field Studies Council (3 December 2024): From Young Darwin Scholar to Mistletoe Ecology.
The results are in from Signs of Spring
The Field Studies Council have shared the results of their Citizen Science Signs of Spring 2024 survey, run with the Royal Society of Biology. All ages of people across the UK took part. The most spotted species was snowdrops, an iconic sign of spring’s arrival. Find out the full results and [...]
Insect Week Resources
The Field Studies Council (FSC) have been celebrating insect week in June. This yearly celebration of insects is part of the Royal Entomological Society #InsectWeek event. This includes fantastic Learning Resources. The FSC insect infographics help with insect identification. They can be used for personal reference or as teaching materials, [...]
Field Studies Council – Youth Learning Consultation for 16 – 25 year olds
The Field Studies Council are looking for ways to develop more inclusive, engaging and accessible youth learning opportunities. This survey aims to gather your thoughts on the key barriers to participation, assessing how fit for purpose the current offering is and providing a platform for young people to discuss their expectations. [...]
Applications are open for the Young Darwin Scholarship
If you're looking to gain experience for an environmental career, don't miss out on the opportunity to join our Young Darwin Scholarship — applications are now open! This unique opportunity from the Field Studies Council offers 16-25 year olds a 90% subsidised, Darwin-inspired scholarship, combining environmental education and ongoing support. [...]
What’s a geography camp residential like?
Read this blog post written for the Field Studies Council by a young participant. Discover how geography is brought alive through fieldwork outdoors and the residential experience.
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.