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The Tarras Valley Nature Reserve Launches Second Community Buy-Out
Carys visits the Tarras Valley Nature Reserve as they launch their second community buyout to double the size of the reserve.
Oct 28, 20213 min read


The Tactics of Greenwashing
Greenwashing is a buzzword we’ve likely all heard of – but the word encompasses a huge range of tactics. Let's talk about them.
Oct 21, 20215 min read


Biosphere Explorers delivers COP26 workshops to local primaries.
This week, Biosphere Explorers project officer Carys has been working with local schools to get pupils outdoors and learning about COP26.
Sep 23, 20213 min read


Biosphere Explorers 2 gets back into schools.
Biosphere Explorers delivered workshops to Crossmichael and Kirkcudbright primaries this week, and visit Castle Douglas primary tomorrow.
Sep 16, 20213 min read


Technique of the Week: Peat Dams
For the third blog in our peatland restoration Technique of the Week series, we're looking at peat dams.
Sep 9, 20212 min read


5 Reasons why Dumfries & Galloway Needs to be in the Climate Action Conversations
D&G is rarely on the climate action radar, but it should be, and here's why.
Aug 26, 20214 min read


The 12 Arguments That Delay Climate Action
The 12 types of discourse which delay climate action in the climate change counter movement.
Aug 20, 20216 min read


The Nature Fix
Communications Officer Carys summarises her recent read 'The Nature Fix' - why nature makes us happier, healthier, and more creative.
Aug 11, 20215 min read


The Last Galloway Footstep?
The final Galloway Footsteps event “Outside the Home” was a great end to the four-event programme and we review it for today's blog.
Aug 6, 20213 min read


The Summer of Biosphere Explorers 2
With the end of July comes the last of our Biosphere Explorer Summer events. Here's a peek at what we got up to, and what's coming next...
Jul 29, 20212 min read


Behind the Scenes Vlog
We're trying something a little bit different this week. Instead of a blog, we're going behind the scenes and into the office for a vlog.
Jul 22, 20211 min read


The Complex Nature of Peatland Restoration
Anna gives us an update on her peatland restoration work and the most difficult site yet.
Jul 14, 20212 min read


Our Q2 Review
In early April, we looked back at our year so far - we'd been so busy! But what have we been up to since?
Jul 8, 20212 min read


Scotland's Curriculum for Excellence: Into the Future & Outdoor Education
On 21st June 2021 a report on Scotland’s Curriculum for Excellence (CfE) was published by OECD (the Organisation for Economic...
Jun 30, 20214 min read


Farmers and Local Authorities Working Together on the Road to COP26
Farmers are invited to join in the "Farm to Fork" online dialogues which create a space for farmer's voice's to be heard.
Jun 22, 20213 min read


World Refill Day
We all know that we’re plagued with a throwaway culture and that we have a massive plastic problem. World Refill Day is here with solutions.
Jun 16, 20212 min read


World Ocean Day 2021
For World Ocean Day 2021, we want to look at the state of our seas - and bring a hopeful message in amongst the negative headlines.
Jun 8, 20213 min read


The Humble Garden
What gardens and parks have marked your life? Communications and Project Officer Carys reflects on hers for World Environment Day.
Jun 5, 20213 min read


Biosphere Explorers 2: What's New?
Some readers may remember the successful environmental education project Biosphere Explorers. We're excited to launch its continuation!
Jun 2, 20213 min read


Protect our Precious Peatlands
Beth Otway, a horticulturist and garden writer, shares her thoughts and passion about peatlands and peat-free gardening in this guest blog.
May 27, 20214 min read
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