Why learn in local greenspace? Find out about the benefits of using local greenspace for learning, the Scottish educational policy that supports and what the research says.
Finding your local greenspace A range of useful tools and websites to help you find a local greenspace suitable for learning and play.
Accessing your local greenspace Consider your rights and responsibilities in your local greenspace, risk-benefit assessment and how to audit your space.
Using your local greenspace Tips on developing policies and procedures, establishing boundaries and routines and activity suggestions for your first few visits, as well as ideas for parent and community involvement.
Improving your local greenspace Pointers for improving your local greenspace to benefit nature and learning, including potential funding sources.
A whole school approach to learning in local greenspace Ideas for involving colleagues, useful planning tools and links to national policy drivers and relevant research.
Further information for learning in local greenspace Much of this section is linked to from the sections above. This includes planning tools, tips for effective collaboration, educational policies and drivers and relevant research.
Wildlife festival opens for registration The Outer Hebrides Wildlife Festival is open for registration of events for its 2024 programme. News - 15 March
The Shapeshifting Hares of the Gàidhealtachd Roddy Maclean considers the place of the native hare in Gaelic folklore and landscape. Blog - 26 March
Clàradh dha Fèis Fiadh-bheatha nan Eilean fosgailte Fèis Fiadh-bheatha nan Eilean a' gabhail ri clàradh thachartasan airson prògram 2024. News - 15 Màrt
Gearran Cruth-atharrachail na Gàidhealtachd Tha Ruairidh MacIlleathain a’ toirt sùil air àite na gearra ann am beul-aithris nan Gàidheal. Blog - 25 Màrt
First-ever flux tower installed A unique project allowing greenhouse gases to be measured as the land changes from commercial forestry crops to restore peatland. News - 14 March
Protecting our peatland birds Spring is here! So those involved in peatlands have to make sure their work won't disturb any breeding ground-nesting birds. Blog - 22 March