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Join the celebrations at our A.G.M

2021-04-20T18:38:57+01:00April 14th, 2021|

All welcome at our online AGM - celebrating 25 years of excellence On Thursday, 22nd April, as we mark Earth Day, we will also be celebrating the work of The Green Team. Not just over the past 12 months but over our 25 year

Junior Rangers Programme – feedback needed

2021-03-19T09:59:43+00:00March 19th, 2021|

Junior Rangers Award for young people aged 11-18 The Junior Rangers Award programme is a national award scheme for young people aged 11-18.  It aims to engage and equip young people with the skills involved in working in countryside management as a ranger. We

New Programmes Announced for 2021

2021-03-19T09:24:59+00:00March 15th, 2021|

New Programmes for young and old! "2020 gave us time to reflect on the gaps in our provision and look at how best to fulfil the need for people to spend more time outdoors to improve their mental and physical wellbeing" says Penny

Easter Holiday Activity Week Announced

2021-03-19T08:30:15+00:00March 4th, 2021|

Enjoying time outdoors As at today's date (19/03/2021) there are only a few single day spaces left - so if you want to be part of the fun, best book quickly! We are excited to announce that we will be running a Spring Holiday Activity

New sessions for pre-schoolers and 5-8 years

2021-02-23T15:27:46+00:00February 23rd, 2021|

Foraging Fun at Nature Play Safe fire lighting at Mini Explorers As we begin a roadmap out of lockdown we are delighted to bring new outdoors sessions for pre-school children and children aged 5-8 years. Our Nature Play sessions for pre-school children together

Greenwashing: how to tell which brands really care?

2021-02-09T10:38:51+00:00February 9th, 2021|

How to tell which brands are sharing the eco-love this valentines? Greenwashing is a term that was coined by Jay Westervel in 1986. It describes marketing strategies used to make companies seem more environmentally friendly than they actually are or to cover up their questionable environmental record. These

Nature Stories Now Available Online

2021-02-09T09:58:17+00:00February 5th, 2021|

Storytelling is a big part of what we do at The Green Team. There is nothing better than sitting round a cosy fire telling tales from nature. So we are delighted that Margon Van Tuyl, our Education Officer, has shared some of her favourite nature stories with us on

12 simple Eco swaps for 2021

2021-01-07T12:03:01+00:00January 7th, 2021|

Simple changes can make a big difference We know that New Year can be a time for reflection and good intentions for making a change. The ‘new year, new me’ sentiment can be seen all around: in conversations with friends, on TV and on social media. Whilst we

Online Christmas Auction raises over £700

2020-12-17T10:20:55+00:00December 15th, 2020|

12 Days of Christmas - Green Team Online Auction We would like to thank everyone involved in our first ever online auction. From those kind people and organisations who donated items to those who entered bids and helped us get the items to the winners. Successful bidders are being

What will you make for MAKE SMTHNG Week?

2020-11-24T13:30:25+00:00November 24th, 2020|

Great resources for Make SMTHNG Week Make SMTHNG WEEK is a global event that coincides with Black Friday and the beginning of the Christmas period. The movement encourages people to take time during the week to make something new, fix something broken or upcycle something to give it

Green Team Winter Gathering 4th Dec

2020-11-19T12:38:21+00:00November 17th, 2020|

Our Winter Gathering will be online this year For the last few years we have enjoyed a wonderful evening of connecting with volunteers, sharing food and some festive fun. This year might be a little different but we hope that you will still be able to join us

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