Become a ‘wildlife warrior’ at the Nature Discovery Centre

The Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust is running a ‘wildlife warriors’ activity on Wednesday 30 October for youngsters between 8 and 16 years old to have a go at practical conservation work.

Ed Sweetman, project officer with the Linking the Landscape project, explains: “There are lots of things that young people can do to help their local wildlife. This ‘taster’ session will show them how to use tools safely and have a go at clearing paths, cutting reedbeds and clearing scrub.”

The ‘wildlife warriors’ runs from 10.30am to 12.30pm at the Nature Discovery Centre, Thatcham and starts with a safety talk and explanation of the tools that will be used during the activities. Then the warriors will get a chance to get stuck in and find out more about local wildlife. 

Ed Sweetman adds: “We hope the youngsters will want to come back for more ‘wildlife warrior’ activities that we plan to set up in the spring with a Team Rangers group.”

For more information and book your place, please contact the Linking the Landscape team on 01635 500886 or wbll@bbowt.org.uk.