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.
Sea eagle tagging project Forty new satellite tags will track how sea eagles interact with livestock in western Scotland. News 17 July
Whitewash and fluffy chicks 20 years of looking after the tern colony at Forvie. Reserve Officer Daryl shares his experience. Event 30 July
Birding for beginners An afternoon on the Forvie estuary learning about some of our birds. Event 23 July
Jewel of the Forth celebrations The Isle of May is celebrating a huge milestone this month, marking 70 years as a National Nature Reserve (NNR). News 30 June
The Big Butterfly Count at Forvie Join in the biggest butterfly survey in the world and help take the pulse of nature. Event 17 July to 9 August
