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Explore Hampshire and the Isle of Wight
No matter where you live, there are wild places and wildlife on your doorstep waiting to be discovered.
Whether you live in the heart of a city or down a country lane – there’s always new wildlife experiences to be found, with the help of your local Wildlife Trust.
Find some inspiration for your next wild experience - spot rare wildlife, find out more about conservation, or just get a breath of fresh air in your local green patch.
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Ways to explore Hampshire and the Isle of Wight
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Young Naturalists
Aged 13-17 and love wildlife? Join our monthly meet-up at Blashford Lakes Nature Reserve. Get outdoors, learn practical skills, and discover all your wonderful local wildlife has to offer.
Support us and explore wildlife with us
Other ways to explore
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Forest School Level 2 Training
Forest School Level 2 training course will enable you to assist at a Forest School Programme for any age group.
Forest School Level 3 Training
Forest School Level 3 training course will enable you to develop and deliver a Forest School Programme for any age group.
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Forest School Skills Refresher at Swanwick Lakes
A refresher day designed to recap the practical skills for a Forest School leader including fire lighting and teaching tool use.
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