The Green Team
Connecting Young People with Nature
The Green Team has been successfully running programmes of outdoor activities for young people since 1995. Our programmes offer a unique blend of practical conservation tasks, outdoor fun, environmental education and personal development. We work with individuals, school groups and referring partners. There really is something for everybody.
Our programmes – more information to help young people get involved
Take your Awards with us, including JAS, Duke of Edinburgh, John Muir and FOLA Awards
Become a Volunteer Leader or help with other volunteer roles within the organisation
Donate, raise funds, try teambuilding or get your organisation involved in other ways.
The Latest News
It’s YES with The Green Team
The Green Team launches The Young Environmental Stewardship programme (YES) supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund
NeuroSpicy – a new programme
A new programme for any young person (12-18 yrs) with neurodivergence (autism and adhd), diagnosed or self-diagnosed
Certified SCQF Level 5 – Forest Outdoor Learning Award
Apply NOW for Jan 2026. Aged 14-18, looking for a next step, but struggling with a mainstream learning environment?
From the City to the Wild Wood
Celebrating 30 years of impact. In early October, sixty of us gathered at Edinburgh City Chambers. In the same week, we also planted trees.
The latest from our Green Shoots
As the school term comes to an end, the Green Shoots Advanced Group have been spending the last 3 weeks exploring the North Esk River
Thriving… a year later
This year, six young people have worked so hard and achieved so much. Nature has become a special resource they can now access to support their mental health
Celebrating our Chair, Hamish
We're celebrating our outstanding chair, Hamish Wood, as he wins an Inspiring Volunteer Award.
Charity of the Year FINALIST
We are proud and delighted to have been shortlisted for SCVO Charity of the Year Award 2025