Confidence. Communication. Teamwork.
These personal and social skills matter for your pupils and they’re built into every +Adventure residential.
The result? Stronger relationships and skills that make a real difference back in the classroom.
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Relatable? You’re not alone 🌾
Sedges (and their relatives - grasses and rushes) are often a group people feel hesitant about, especially in their vegetative state (without flowers or fruits).
The good news: We have a new guide to help! buff.ly/X6sLUmD
Last chance to book 👉 An Introduction to Small Mammal Surveying with Graham Banwell, a live webinar coming up next week! 🍃
27th April, 1pm - 2pm 💻 #BiodiversityShorts
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#NationalMammalWeek
Looking to work in environmental conservation? Our course with Riverlution will build your knowledge and skills in river and riparian habitat conservation. You will obtain a Level 2 Award in Practical Conservation – a nationally recognised certification.
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🎉 Race Day is finally here!
Sam kicks off his trio of challenges with the Manchester Marathon this weekend.
Months of training, miles of hard work, and countless evening runs have all built to this moment.
You can support Sam’s fundraising here: buff.ly/QL2RLcq
Let’s show him some support!
Around one-third of our bumblebee species are widespread throughout the UK, being found in both rural and urban areas in the warm southern and central, as well as northern counties of Great Britain - we call these species the 'Big 8'. 🐝
Want to get to know your bumblebees? buff.ly/HtoMFu6
🌍 Interested in ecology, biodiversity or conservation?
Our Conservation with John Muir Award Residential offers an inspiring opportunity to explore practical conservation, environmental thinking and hands‑on field skills
👉 Find out more and book your place:https://buff.ly/v39K97G
Our Trainee Tutor apprenticeship is a chance to build confidence, develop practical skills, and work in some of the UK’s most inspiring natural environments.
Catch up with three of our current Trainee Tutors as they share their apprenticeship stories: buff.ly/MKZ1Eh8
The restorative power of outdoor learning in nature is well documented, with clear benefits for health and wellbeing, particularly in reducing stress.
Enhanced health and wellbeing is one of the seven outcomes delivered by our outdoor learning experiences.
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Happy National Orchid Day! 🌸
The UK has a surprising variety of wild orchids - some rare, but others far more common than expected.
Our WildID Orchids guide is designed to support identification in the field.
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🎨World Art Day!
📅 15 April 2026
This World Art Day, we want to shine a light on the incredible experts we work with.
Here’s a glimpse of just some of the fantastic talent teaching at our centres.
✨ Discover our full range of art and craft workshops by visiting our website: buff.ly/hOi9iXY
Reach high with +Adventure as we reimagine your next residential 🧗
Our trips give a powerful boost to wellbeing; combining movement, fresh air and supportive challenge, all while having fun. Find out more about our 15% off.
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Spotted tiny “volcano” holes in your lawn? 👀
You might have Tawny Mining Bees!
These fluffy orange, ground-nesting bees dig burrows using strong legs and a tiny “trowel” on their abdomen.
Take a closer look—do you have any in your garden? 🐝
Learn more: buff.ly/HtoMFu6
#NationalGardeningDay
On the edge of the River Tees’ industrial landscape, RSPB Saltholme is an unexpected haven for wetland wildlife and a great location for our courses. 🐦⬛🌸
“Even just walking to the entrance of the visitor centre, I was surrounded by a colour spectrum of wildflowers…”
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ECTs are you looking for support with your geography fieldwork teaching?
Join our course 'Starting teaching with fieldwork confidence' delivered in partnership with Geographical Association
🚩 Greenwich Park
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🦉 Birding and hiking: no better combo! 🪶
🌱 David combined the two with a walk around a local wetland reserve and a trail around Castle Semple Loch. Chaffinches and lapwings provided some entertainment, and a detour to a 300-year-old folly gave stunning views over the area. 🌄
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📣 New guide 📣 Our Sedges ID guide launches this May 🌿
Perfect for ecologists, students & naturalists looking to build confidence with this tricky group.
Pre-order now for the early bird price of £20 (regular RRP £25): buff.ly/X6sLUmD
Is your group planning their next walking adventure?
We have some last-minute availability during May for groups wanting exclusive use or shared use for smaller groups with up to 25% OFF 2+ night exclusive hire stays this summer.
Find out more on our website: buff.ly/wJeE4VW
On this day in 2025 our first 50 bluebell sightings were in!
Have you seen bluebells where you are yet? Make sure to log them and help us track the arrival of spring: buff.ly/cufo9sm
In partnership with @RoyalSocBio
#SignsofSpring
We've had a great time at this year's @geographicalassoc.bsky.social Conference so far!
Our tutor, Richard, led a fun fieldwork session on Wednesday, getting delegates out into the April sunshine to see more of Sheffield and we've enjoyed chatting to you on our stand!
#GAConf26
🏅London Marathon Training Update:
This week has been tough, with long runs, tired legs, and picking up an injury - but we’ve had some sun for those late evening runs!🌄
🙌 And he’s still pushing forward. Determined. Focused. Motivated.🌱
Read a few messages and show your support: buff.ly/ZsV41VR
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.
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🏆️ 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
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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:
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📣 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)
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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.
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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!
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🌿 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
