‘Well, it’s Groundhog Day… again.’ Eighth of June, and it’s consecutive day number *five* of fresh snow in the Scottish Highlands. I will need to check my figures, but I believe that such a long run of fresh snow falling hasn’t happened since at least the 1970s.

I have now formally introduced my outdoor education bill to the Scottish Parliament. Here is why this experience is so important for our young people 👇

Wow Donibristle, thank you for invite to join P7's sharing their learning through the #JohnMuirAward to parents today! Great to see multiple references to Ardroy OEC. Affirms the power of residentials - imagine if Liz Smith CBE MSP's bill meant all children have access to this!

The name Glasgow, that of Scotland's largest city, is so old that it predates the era when Gaelic was spoken there. It is, rather, a derivation from Brittonic, a language related to Welsh. It was spoken for over 1,000 years in the Glasgow area. The name Glasgow means: 1/n

Delighted to publish Ardroy's 2023-24 Impact Report! Using data from teachers 3 weeks after their trip, we've quantified the power of residentials.  Have a read at tinyurl.com/23-24ArdroyImp…  The Scottish Parliament will soon debate Liz Smith CBE MSP 's Bill to fund residentials and

#edfringe Recommend Screen Test from Bebe Cave Pleasance A breathless joyful and dark hour of highs & lows of a star waiting to shine in 1930’s Hollywood. Heart stopping finale alert. Bebe is fab.

Fantastic #edfringe 2 days curated by Rob Bushby. ‘Emma Sidi is Sue Gray’ Pleasance was a stand out. Such a talented act - craft, pace, humour & message - combining into one glorious spellbinding hour. Total pleasure to bump into her later in day, as awesome off stage.

Ta Rob. Grateful to John Muir Trust It’s always a learning curve. I'm grateful for the opportunities afforded to me & the many colleagues & partners who’ve inspired me to work harder & smarter. I'm still learning, still developing. Onwards. New chapter starting next week. 👍🏼

Collaboration Working together unlocks so much more - especially in the often resource poor charitable sector. So proud of Awards_Network as one shining example of this. ❤️

Thanks Phil. It was pretty much within my first month with the Trust that I visited Ardroy OEC . This set the bar high for unlocking the potential of partnership working - formative for many further working partnerships. 💪🏼

The Shaping Places for Wellbeing Programme has been running since 2021 & supports anyone looking to take a place-based approach. The first of 4 online masterclasses will be taking place on Wed 18th Sep, 11:00am - 12:00pm improvementservice.org.uk/events/shaping…

Excellent read and heartfelt thanks to all involved with Awards_Network making such a positive difference to people and nature. Awards Network Nature Edition 🪺: mailchi.mp/b07a1787bda4/a…

Completing todays #WildStrathfillan partners' meetup at Glen Falloch Tree Nursery with our own guided tour by Tree whisperer Tim! Growing native species> Aspen, Rowan, Oak, Birch & Scots Pine - amazing!! Ellie Mayhew (she/her) NatureScot LIVE Park The National Lottery Heritage Fund

Excellent to join Countryside Trust #WildStrathfillan project and partners update event today on behalf of Loch Lomond & The Trossachs #futurenature Collaboration, creativity and connection for landscapes where people and nature can thrive together. 👍🏼

Exciting opportunity! We're inviting applicants with a #nature conservation background/interest to help delivery our #WildStrathfillan programme of activity. Role offers flexi working #jobshare. 📅Apply by: Monday 30/9/24 9am. 🔽Info & how to apply: tinyurl.com/6pcnjzjf

📢Invite to tender! 🌱Help us gather comprehensive data on #bryophyte populations within the #WildStrathfillan initiative area - crucial for minimising future losses + to ensure effective conservation strategies. Apply by: Mon 4 Nov 2024, 12pm noon ⏬publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/se…

Please share across your farming networks. Join Loch Lomond & The Trossachs to hear about a new Resilient Farm Network along with guest speakers John Ritchie, Montalt Farm, and Peatland ACTION. Monday 28th Oct 19:15   eventbrite.co.uk/e/lltnpa-resil…

📢Invite to tender! Do you have extensive experience in #woodland creation + #ecological design? Knowledge of local #ecology, #biodiversity + relevant #environmental policies? We're seeking consultants to help with #WildStrathfillan's woodland creation. tinyurl.com/5yexnbh9

📢Invite to Tender! Help us protect, regenerate + restore the special bio-diverse landscape of #WildStrathfillan! We're seeking contractors with experience installing wildlife and/or agricultural #fencing, ideally in high altitude + rugged terrains ⏬tinyurl.com/3ebxwhbj

📢Be part of something epic for nature conservation! We’re inviting applicants for our exciting role as our #WildStrathfillan Project Officer to help us deliver 60+ exciting projects⏬tinyurl.com/6pcnjzjf 📅Apply by: 12pm noon Wednesday 20/11/2024