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. [...]
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 [...]
Record your Signs of Spring in 2024!
Are you looking forward to spring, in these dark winter months? Are you an educator, exploring your local environment with your students? The Field Studies Council (FSC), together with the Royal Society of Biology (RSB) have created a new interactive project to chart the arrival of spring this year. Join [...]
Outdoor Learning at Raigmore Primary
Check out Education Scotland’s latest e-bulletin (Issue 65, 20 April 2023). This includes a spotlight on the great work Raigmore Primary have been doing as part of the John Muir Award. The environmental award scheme encourages young people to grow awareness of the natural environment and take care of wild [...]
Tiptoe through the bluebells….
Spotted any bluebells yet? Muddy Faces Spring newsletter has shared Bluebell Folklore & Traditions here, a fab page from the National Trust.
The snowdrop – we’ve been expecting you
This article in Scottish Pollinators (27 January 2022), describes the language, literature and culture associated with snowdrops, as well as the part they play in wildlife crime. As one of the earliest spring flower, snowdrops also have huge value for newly emerged pollinating insects.
Speaking of Spring Clean…
Eco-Schools Scotland remind us that #ScottishSpringClean starts 21st March! Spring Clean Scotland 2022 is perfect time to carry out the litter pick you'll need for your Green Flag Award. Join Eco-Schools Scotland 21st & 25th March for a live lesson all about Litter & Waste.