Immerse your pupils in the vibrant presence of nature as cold water rushes over their boots, mossy rock meets their hands and the echo of the ghyll surrounds them. +Adventure helps pupils discover what they can overcome and how much they can learn from the world around them. More: buff.ly/4gTw1qk

🏆️ We’re delighted to announce that the Urban Environments Fieldwork Knowledge Booster Series has been awarded Silver in the Geographical Association Publishers Awards. Our Education Manager Jo Harris collects the award with Dr Rob Parker of @timeforgeog.bsky.social Find out more: buff.ly/wSiijgS

Do you know someone aged 16–18 who’s thinking about studying zoology at university or exploring a career in nature conservation? Our Conservation and Zookeeping residential could be a great next step. 🔗 Find out more and book here: buff.ly/EHgXdP5

📣 New courses - Whether you’re training to be an ecologist or managing land, our two new in-person courses will help you recognise and understand some of the UK’s most widespread and important habitats.🌱 🍃 Habitat Awareness (12 Sept, Cheshire) 🌾 Grasslands (15 Aug, Devon) 🔗 buff.ly/131oHK4

For David, the West Highland Way isn’t just a birthday challenge. David says: “This walk is tough for me — but missing out on nature is tougher for thousands of young people. That’s why I’m doing it.” Join us in helping him create more access, equity, and life-changing experiences. buff.ly/eRc3cEZ

Catching up with Sam this week, we asked about training: What was the toughest part this week? "I completed a 21 mile training run... that was relatively easy apart from getting lost twice!" Sam's taking on the huge challenge of running 2.5 marathons - please keep cheering him on! buff.ly/ZsV41VR

🌿 As well as all the incredible benefits of outdoor learning… what else do we LOVE about working in environmental education? The amazing feedback we receive from our wonderful customers! 💚 Thank you for choosing to adventure with us! 🌱✨

Spring is here, and wildlife is waking up! Have you seen your first butterfly of the year? Or perhaps you’ve heard the buzz of a bee flying past? Here are some of the species you might have seen out and about already... 🐝 Learn more with us: buff.ly/eituqmx

Watching butterflies slows time so take a break and notice their beauty 🌸 You can also let us know when you’ve seen a butterfly on the #SignsofSpring survey: buff.ly/cufo9sm In partnership with @rsb.org.uk

Blue Daffodils are causing quite a stir this year. But before you rush to add them to our Signs of Spring survey, there is something important you should know… 💙 Blue Daffodils do not exist. 🌼 Happy April Fools’ Day! 🌼 Submit your real Signs of Spring: buff.ly/cufo9sm

Join photographer & zoologist Paul Richards for a webinar that introduces the principles and practice of digital macrophotography for invertebrates.🪲 📸 Photos by Paul Richards. 📍 Tuesday 28th April 2026, 7pm – 8pm, online. £10 per person. Book now: buff.ly/7PHBHkE

Great crested newts are on the move, heading to ponds to breed. Males perform night-time courtship displays, flashing their silver-striped tails to attract females. Eggs are laid individually and wrapped in leaves. 🍃 Just a few spaces left on our GCN courses: buff.ly/oe39Nar

Wildlife courses and experiences coming up in April🔍🍃 🦭 Discovering UK Seals 🐸 Great Crested Newts 🍃 Lichens 🌲 Habitat Surveying 🐝 Discovering Bees 🦡 Discovering Badgers 🌳 Woodland Plant ID …and more! 👉Visit our website to view all our upcoming courses: buff.ly/8yREavo

🏃‍♂️ Sam's training is in full swing for his marathon of challenges! With three major events ahead he’s clocking serious miles in all weathers. This week’s focus? 💧 Staying hydrated 🍕 Learn to fuel ⏱️ Building endurance 🧠 Keeping a strong mindset Cheer him on below or sponsor him here: buff.ly/vdIZQG8

⛰️ David's working at endurance and getting used to the long distances! He’ll be walking between 10 and 18 miles every day for a week over various terrains. This week he’s done a 16 mile walk along the Ayrshire Coastal Path and is grateful that 'It’s mercifully flat!' Send him some encouragement!

Looking to begin your career in the environmental sector? Interested in gaining hands‑on experience to strengthen your green skills? 🌲 Join Green Skills Camp, designed to support aspiring environmental professionals. 🌍 📅 31 August – 4 September 2026 Secure your place now 👉 buff.ly/TQbNysz

✨Field Studies Council’s theory of change outlines how our courses create meaningful learning outcomes through high‑quality outdoor experiences. 🌍 🚶Courses promote Active Learning through physical activity in the outdoors, as one of our three core skills. Find out more: 🔗 buff.ly/G6Bsrhl

Grow your knowledge of wildflowers here in the UK.🌷 Whether you're new to plant identification or looking to deepen your botanical knowledge, our wildflower experiences are perfect for gardeners, nature lovers, beginners, and anyone curious about the natural world. 🌼Find out more: buff.ly/yeEkXRm

Orienteering is one of our +Adventure activities which pushes your pupils to explore, question and lead. With every turn, they grow more confident and more curious, supported by educators who help them see what they’re capable of. Take your next step: buff.ly/o8gMSWC

Human Geography Fieldwork🌍 In this video, Dr. Rob Parker and our very own Education Manager, Jo Harris, are in Ipswich demonstrating a simple but powerful method for investigating the geographical impacts of urban change: Pedestrian Analysis. 👉 Watch now: buff.ly/nL29iUz

We’re lucky to have 2 team members taking on challenges to raise money. 🌟 Sam is running 2.5 marathons in April and May! 🌄 David is preparing for the West Highland Way, his first multi-day trek and wild camping adventure. Please do share a few words of encouragement!

Do you know someone aged 16-18 looking to study art and design at university?🎨 Introducing 'Art Camp', new for 2026! 👉 Book now: buff.ly/SnceYtb Join us for a 5-day residential experience designed for young people who are inspired by both creativity and the natural world.

Think cold weather stops bumblebees? Actually, they are well-adapted for cooler temperatures with: 🧥 Dense layer of hair 🥶 Shivering ❄️ Producing 'antifreeze’ (glycerol) Help us track spring by recording when you see bumblebees in our survey: buff.ly/kiXgzac With @rsb.org.uk #SignsofSpring

🍃 All our outdoor learning sessions actively facilitate nature connection. Through encouraging observation and quiet reflection we aim to encourage the development of an understanding of nature, its systems and interdependencies, its vulnerabilities, and our place within it. 🐸 buff.ly/1U9XqWd

This week we are celebrating #WalesOutdoorLearningWeek! 🌤️ As the sun starts shining across Wales, our three stunning Welsh centres are buzzing with new adventures and brand‑new outdoor learning discoveries. Discover resources on the Wales Council for Outdoor Learning website: buff.ly/m2JtbVj

Bursary clearing for Hyundai's The Great British School Trip is live, giving schools another chance to secure funding for trips. Bursaries are available for UK-based trips only, and schools where 40% or more of students receive free school meals will be prioritised. Find out more: buff.ly/tCnEsy2

The campfire is just one way we find a pause in your busy residential: a safe, calm space for pupils to reflect on what they’ve learned, how they’ve grown and how nature shapes them. These moments matter - and they’re at the heart of +Adventure Re-imagine your next trip: buff.ly/eNZfllp

🌿 Are you looking for a spring escape this Easter? 🎒✨ Our centres have some last‑minute availability this April and May: 🔖 Special offer: Use code FSC10 for 10% off exclusive venue hire, or enjoy a 25% discount on partial hire. ➡️ buff.ly/mhcqNmZ

For ecologists looking to improve their river habitat knowledge, our new residential course develops an understanding of riparian habitats and site preparation. Ideal for strengthening your approach to Biodiversity Net Gain assessments and freshwater habitat evaluation. buff.ly/3686PHR

🌿 New for KS3: Inspire the next generation of eco engineers. Our brand-new Green STEM: Eco Engineering Challenge courses give your students hands on experiences that bring science, sustainability and real world problem solving to life. 👉 Check out the options available: buff.ly/mVzhvok

Is it frogspawn or toadspawn in your pond? Here’s how you can tell the difference. 👇️ 🐸 🟢 Frogspawn is found in jelly-like clumps floating near the surface. 🟢 Toadspawn is found in long gelatinous strings wrapped around plants. Learn more about the amphibians: buff.ly/8jw6zdZ

Do you live near one of our day centre locations? London, Amersham, Bishops Wood or Epping Forest?🌲🌲🌲 This spring, our teams are offering a range of opportunities to step outside, enjoy the fresh air, and get closer to nature. 👉 Find out more: buff.ly/qg1EOPq

Spring insects are starting to appear… have you spotted any of these yet? 🐝🦋 Want help identifying what you see? Our entomology beginner pack includes three guides for just £10: buff.ly/ct6AsEH

Lawns don’t usually grow much over the winter but as we get into March many of us will be ready to tidy up our gardens. 🌱 Your first lawn cut is one of our ten indicators of spring. Tell us when you first get your lawnmower out this year! buff.ly/kiXgzac With @rsb.org.uk

We know that science isn’t something you learn from a textbook, it’s something you experience, hands-on, with all your senses. This British Science Week we’re celebrating the power of fieldwork to build real scientific understanding. 👉 Explore fieldwork opportunities for schools: buff.ly/RsuqHrM

We’ve got a fantastic line-up of experiences waiting for you this Easter.🤩 Our Gold Duke of Edinburgh residentials are for those who are looking for hands‑on experiences with nature-based activities and a healthy dose of adventure.🚣 👉 Want to learn more? buff.ly/quIuJTp

Every Field Studies Council experience delivers seven experience outcomes that underpin all our delivery across the organisation. Everything we do aims to increase environmental understanding. To find out more about our approach to learning please visit our website: buff.ly/1U9XqWd

Have you ever dreamed of exploring Exmoor National Park? Our ‘Footsteps through Exmoor’ experience at Nettlecombe Court is led by expert Julian Wilkes, who brings the national park to life through his love of walking, storytelling, natural history, and environmental insight. buff.ly/XyTmliW

British Science Week is the perfect time to explore the natural world, and our Biodiversity Shorts webinars make that easy for learners. These one-hour online sessions delve into fascinating natural history topics, from amphibian ecology to reptile surveying. Browse the subjects: buff.ly/4Picna7

Give your pupils the chance to feel the outdoors, not just see it. Through +Adventure challenges, they build resilience, confidence and a deeper connection to the natural world - one careful, courageous step at a time. How could the outdoors transform your pupils? buff.ly/GI1fhB8

By this date last year, we had received 50 recorded sightings of frogspawn on #SignsofSpring. Can you help us record more in 2026? If you’ve spotted frogspawn, please submit a quick record and help provide valuable data on seasonal change: buff.ly/kiXgzac With @rsb.org.uk

International Women's Day🚺️ 🎉 This International Women’s Day, we’re taking the opportunity to highlight and celebrate some of the remarkable women who contribute to our organisation. If they could speak to their younger selves, we’re certain they would be truly inspired.

⁉️ Did you know we provide free resources for teachers and students in Biology as well as Geography? This #BritishScienceWeek, dive deeper into real-world biology with our most popular 16–18 Biology resource: 🌊Succession on Sand Dunes 👉 Explore the sand dunes resource: buff.ly/CeTcCwL

Spring is in the air and ponds are filling with life. As night temperatures rise, amphibians emerge from winter dormancy and migrate to breeding ponds. 🐸 Frogs often arrive first (bringing frogspawn), while toads and newts may appear later. Learn more: buff.ly/8jw6zdZ

🔎 🔭 British Science Week is here! 🦠 🔬 British Science Week is a celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths taking place 6-15 March. 🌱At Field Studies Council, we help learners of all ages explore the natural world through hands-on science. 👉Start exploring with us: buff.ly/RsuqHrM

We deliver courses and experiences to create a shift in knowledge, understanding and behaviour. 🦋 We model and support working well with others, learning together in an outdoor setting to promote social interaction, collaboration and communication. Find out more: buff.ly/QIPAgBe

Get qualified for less with our group offers on Forest School Leader courses in Worcestershire. 💷 Bring a colleague save 10% each 💵 Book three+ people from the same school/setting: 15% off (contact us to arrange your discount [email protected]) Book your place : buff.ly/INUoT8n

🐞 Ladybirds don’t just brighten gardens. Their bold colours and gentle movements invite you to pause, look closer and reconnect with nature’s small wonders, boosting your mood. ☀️ Share your sightings to help our citizen science survey #SignsofSpring buff.ly/hEjHwYr With @rsb.org.uk

A calm river. A rush of water. A moment to be brave. +Adventure turns every outdoor experience into an opportunity for your pupils to choose courage, build environmental understanding and discover their own strength. Start their adventure today: buff.ly/D8DgsJz

Embrace your creative side this March at Flatford Mill 🎨 Join us for an enjoyable and creative experience in Constable Country. 👉🏻 Discover all of our art courses today buff.ly/cZ0HLoC