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.
Calling local artists Entries are now open to artists wishing to contribute to this year's Outer Hebrides Wildlife Festival Art Exhibition. News - 24 April
East Coast bottlenose dolphins The latest monitoring and research on the resident bottlenose dolphins in Moray Firth SAC. Blog - 26 April
Luchd-ealain ionadail gan gairm Thathar a’ gabhail ri tagraidhean bho luchd-ealain a bhiodh airson cur ri Taisbeanadh Ealain aig Fèis Fiadh-bheatha nan Eilean am-bliadhna. News - 24 April
Every chough counts An insight into some of the ways farmers are helping to support Scotland’s critically endangered chough. Blog - 24 April
Deer management targets met Deer management targets have been met, thanks to long-term collaborative efforts from estates. News - 23 April
Healthy peatlands - nature's firewall How peatland restoration is helping prevent the spread of wild fires. Blog - 19 April