🌱 Try nature photography to connect with your surroundings.🌎 ❄️ Photography encourages us to slow down and notice details we might otherwise miss, helping us connect more deeply with our surroundings.🌊 👉 Share your favourite photograph from being outside in nature this year!

Step away from the everyday and spend time learning a traditional craft. Our stained glass courses offer the chance to slow down, work with your hands and build skills at your own pace. ✨ Explore our stained glass courses for 2026. buff.ly/DnIBSfG

✨ Looking up at the night sky can reduce stress and promote mindfulness. Stargazing encourages you to slow down, breathe deeply, and feel a sense of wonder. 💫 🌛 Wrap up warm, step outside, and look up. Can you find Orion’s Belt or the North Star? 🌕 👉 Let us know which you can always recognise.

Discover the landscapes, stories and heritage of Exmoor National Park. 🥾 Join experienced guide Julian Wilkes for a four-day walking experience that blends scenic trails with local history, wildlife and rural culture. 👉🏻 Book today and explore Exmoor buff.ly/s0tAndL

🌱Spending time in nature with others supports wellbeing, builds community and can make winter feel more social and uplifting. ❄️Think about joining a group walk, a local outdoor activity or invite friends and family to step outside with you. 👉Tag someone to explore nature with this winter.

Family holidays 2026 🌱👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Unplug from the digital world and reconnect with nature with Field Studies Council's family holidays. These breaks are packed with nature-based activities that the whole family enjoy! 👉 Book your next family adventure: buff.ly/Nj7t2ea

🌷 Look for the hidden colour 🍂 🎄 Noticing colour helps us see winter landscapes in a new way and reminds us that nature is full of life all year round. 🌈 Look out for colour in nature — red berries, green moss, pale lichens, golden grasses or changing skies. What colour caught your eye today?

🥬 Bring nature inside 🌳 Small touches of nature inside can support wellbeing and make spaces feel calmer and more uplifting. Plant bulbs to bloom early, care for a winter-flowering plant, or enjoy the colour from a few evergreen branches in a winter wreath. How have you brought nature indoors?

❄️ Make time for a mindful winter walk ❄️ Even a short walk can help clear your head, lift your mood and create a sense of calm during busy days. Wrap up warm and head outside for a mindful winter walk to lift your mood. Where did you walk today? Inspire us with a photo or tell us what you saw.

What stories do rocks tell? Today, take a moment to notice the stones beneath your feet. Do a little research to know a little more about the area that you go walking each day, and understand when and where your footsteps connect to each day, Share your discovery with us!

🍃 Thank you for joining us for #FieldworkFriday this term! We’ve shared 12 inspiring fieldwork and outdoor learning resources—just a glimpse of what’s available in our free, web-based collection. Catch up on all our #FieldworkFriday posts and explore more free resources today: buff.ly/VLSLKYg

Discover more about nature in 2026 🌼 Connect more deeply with the natural world; these courses range from birdwatching and wildlife observation to developing your wildflower identification skills. 👉🏻 Explore our Nature Experiences for 2026 today and secure your spot. buff.ly/rLIRriU

Field Studies Council welcomes the passing of the Schools (Residential Outdoor Education) (Scotland) Bill We celebrate this strong national commitment to Scotland’s young people and are excited for the journey ahead as the Bill progresses through the final step before becoming law.

🎄 Watching birds visit regularly can become a comforting daily ritual through the colder months. 🪶 ❄️ Putting out food or fresh water is a simple way to support wildlife while creating opportunities to observe nature close to home. Which birds do you see where you live? Tell us in the comments.

Treat your four-legged friend with a new, handmade leather dog collar and lead 🐶 📍 Flatford Mill, Suffolk 📆 Thursday, 12th February 2026 ⏰ 10:00am - 12:30pm and 2:00pm - 4:30pm Visit our website today to secure your spot. buff.ly/F71iOvS

🎄 Our connection countdown covers simple ways to notice nature this winter. Sensory connection helps us feel present, grounded and calm. Today’s suggestion is to fully use your senses outdoors. Which sense stood out for you today, and why?

🎄 Nature connection countdown to Christmas 🎄 Join us on our 10-day connection countdown to Christmas for a few quick and easy ways to feel more connected during the winter season. Research shows that noticing nature can help us feel more positive. What did you notice today?

Don't miss out on Christmas guaranteed delivery 🎁 Order before 19th December and relax knowing your Teemill parcel is on its way. buff.ly/LIjVjlg

Our 2026 Duke of Edinburgh courses are now live 🥾 If you’re planning your Gold DofE, our residentials offer a supportive environment, with experienced tutors, structured activities and time to enjoy the natural surroundings. Explore our 2026 DofE residentials and secure your place. buff.ly/4DtDyi2

Last few days to nominate us! We could win a £1000 donation with your help through the 'Movement for Good 12 Days of Christmas' We rely on donations to give grants that break down the financial barrier of accessing outdoor learning. A nomination could help us do this: buff.ly/Ac5mQPM

🍃 We’re sharing our love of fieldwork each week with a different resource! This #FieldworkFriday explore upland glaciation through two engaging video resources: Measuring Striations and Measuring Tills. We hope that you find them helpful for A Level Geography – access free here: buff.ly/w1h14zT

Enjoy a treat this weekend 🧦 Get a free pair of super soft bamboo socks when you spend £25 on our Teemill store, using code SOCKY at checkout. 👉🏻 Shop this deal today and enjoy a free treat on us! buff.ly/LIjVjlg This offer ends Sunday, 14th December - or till stock runs out.

Learn more about the natural world in 2026! We've already got over 100 courses to choose from, with even more still to come! 🌳 🦇 🍄 Discover surveying and identification techniques and learn new skills through expert tuition. Visit our website to browse the 2026 schedule: buff.ly/ChjQ7TW

#ChristmasJumperDay is here, and we’re celebrating by looking at what makes our festive jumpers different. 🌱 Each design is made on demand using organic cotton, renewable energy and a circular production model that keeps materials in use for longer. 👉🏻 Explore our collection today buff.ly/87jp1lC

Gift options, ideal for those who enjoy wildlife, these mid-range gifts are both functional and thoughtful. Options include sustainable T-shirts, a Stag Beetle water bottle, or wildlife packs such as the bird hotel set, helping wildlife thrive in your garden. View our gift guide buff.ly/xtjZPCf

Learn something new in 2026 with our art courses 🎨 Join us at Flatford Mill in the heart of Constable Country, and spend time discovering the same landscapes that shaped some famous works of art. 👉🏻 Discover our 2026 art courses today. buff.ly/FFEmrOq

We have reached our Big Give #ChristmasChallenge target and have raised £35,768 A huge thank you to our supporters, donors, pledgers and champion! £18,000 = 80 two-night residentials £3,150 provides 90 one-day trips £13,760 = 16 Young Darwin Scholarships £490 to help with travel

We’re delighted to announce that we're now working with Andrew Duff to continue publishing the Beetles of Britain and Ireland series. With Volume 1 out of print for some time, we’re pleased to share that it has now been reprinted with a few updates. Order today: buff.ly/CfADlPH

Last chance to enjoy free postage on our sustainable, nature-inspired clothing and gifts. If you’ve had your eye on organic cotton layers, wildlife-themed apparel or eco-friendly Christmas presents, order today and get them delivered with no extra cost. Free postage ends tonight buff.ly/Z70ORxv

🦋 Only 2 days left to double your impact this Christmas🎄 Donate today and have your money doubled in our @biggive.bsky.social #ChristmasChallenge! Help us address biodiversity loss and climate change, inspire the next generation. and fund education needed to protect our planet: buff.ly/PO80NU4

Nature-themed gifts made easy: letterbox gift boxes, kids’ tees and enamel mugs. See the guide 👉 buff.ly/xtjZPCf

📣 New dates released due to demand. Non-Exam Assessment for A Level Geography, FSC Nettlecombe Court, for Small Groups and Individuals. For more details, or to book your place, see our website: buff.ly/uRz54iN

🍃 We’re sharing our love of fieldwork each week with a different resource! This #FieldworkFriday helps bring real-world ecology into your classroom. Download the pollinator survey resource and inspire your students to protect pollinators while collecting meaningful data buff.ly/I0fmPkF

We provide outdoor education experiences to those who need it most by breaking down financial barriers faced by pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds. Our school trips are often a young person’s first experience in nature and can be transformational. Double your donation: buff.ly/7qH84tJ

It’s the first weekend of the month, and that means one thing — free UK postage is back! 🤩 With Christmas fast approaching, it’s a great time to save on shipping and pick up a nature-inspired gift for someone special. Browse our sustainable clothing and accessories at buff.ly/Z70ORxv

Our Black Friday offer ends tonight at midnight, and this is your last chance to save while choosing clothing that genuinely makes a difference.🤩 👉🏻 Shop today using the link and treat yourself or someone you love with clothing that looks good and does good. buff.ly/Z70ORxv

Our #ChristmasChallenge is live! All donations will be doubled until 9th December to help us equip children with confidence and skills to take on environmental studies that will continue to protect our environment. Visit buff.ly/7qH84tJ to have your donation doubled. @TheBigGive #GivingTuesday

Join us to gain your Level 2 Forest School award, on training that builds practical skills and confidence. Educators leave this course feeling empowered to lead and support outdoor learning with confidence and creativity. Discover Forest School level 2 training: buff.ly/J5ODbHA

Discover the UK’s woodland habitats 🌳 Join Jackie Symmons for a 1-hour webinar exploring their ecology, species, and management. 📅 3 Dec, 1–2pm | £10 👉 Book now: buff.ly/fFP8cvB

Gardens and parks may feel quieter now, but look closer and you’ll still spot invertebrates hiding in sheltered corners. If you’re tidying up, you might even find an earwig — fascinating little creatures with an unfair reputation (and no, they don’t want to live in your ears!). buff.ly/iT19NLY

🍃 We’re sharing our love of fieldwork each week with a different resource! This #FieldworkFriday, we are sharing the Trees and Woodland theme from our spiralised fieldwork resources, created in partnership with the Geographical Association, to help teachers of all age groups. 🌳 buff.ly/qK1Mw0c

Black Friday is here, and we’re keeping it planet-friendly.🌱 Enjoy free UK shipping, plus 10% off everything with code TAKE10 on our Teemill store. Our free shipping deal ends today at midnight - don't miss out. 👉🏻 Shop our store today buff.ly/0cunptR

Get crafty this festive season at Flatford Mill 🎄 Celebrate Christmas with our seasonal craft workshops running in December. What's coming up: ☃️ Stained Glass Christmas Angel: 2nd December ☃️ Christmas Wreath: 8th December Visit our website today to book a festive craft workshop. buff.ly/hOoK42y

Do you want to learn how to incorporate the outdoors into your teaching practice? Forest School training is the perfect introduction for educators curious about outdoor learning. Ideal for teaching assistants, early career teachers, or anyone supporting Forest School sessions:

Our Christmas jumpers do more than spread festive cheer🐧✨ Each jumper is made from organic cotton, so you’re choosing a gift that’s kinder to the planet, too. 👉🏻 Shop our Christmas jumpers on our Teemill store today. buff.ly/YK9ChdP

Winter is the perfect time to spot a tree’s hidden features — especially their buds! 🌱 For National Tree Week, here are a few to look for: 🌿 Ash – Sooty-black, velvety buds arranged opposite each other. 🍃 Beech – Long, slender, sharply pointed buds. 🌰 Oak – Rounded, ovoid buds in pairs or clusters.

🎄We are taking part in @TheBigGive #ChristmasChallenge From 2nd to 9th December every donation, no matter the size, will be matched until we reach our target of £35,400! 🎄 🌱Help us inspire the next generation of nature protectors. 👉Find out more: buff.ly/IAFPq8R #ChristmasChallenge

At Field Studies Council our staff are dedicated to helping children get outdoors as much as possible. Get to know our education team a little better as they share a bit about themselves, their roles and what motivates them every day. Read the blog: buff.ly/OJlu9dS

🍃 We’re sharing our love of fieldwork each week with a different resource! This #FieldworkFriday take a look through our taxonomy field studies guidance note. perfect for A-level biology classes or anyone curious about the natural world. Explore the full resource here: buff.ly/BmOpwrw

Black Friday begins for us tomorrow at 9am, and we’re offering 10% off everything with code TAKE10. 🤩 Everything is made to order through our Teemill store, helping reduce waste while supporting the work we do to help people learn about and enjoy the natural world. 👉🏻 Get ready: buff.ly/0cunptR