Be inspired.
Browse our community stories from across Scotland to discover how others have mobilised their communities to take action for nature.
COAST
READ about how two divers created the foundations for a thriving community-led organisation. The Community of Arran Seabed Trust was started by two people who wanted to make a difference. They now operate a visitor centre, their own research boats and work hard to conserve precious marine environments.
The Isle of Eigg
LISTEN to the story of how one community bought an island. In 1996, the Isle of Eigg was bought by the community. Today, the island is thriving, with residents managing the land for both people and wildlife.
Pollinator Friendly Symington
WATCH how a village in Ayrshire is working to become a haven for pollinators. The village of Symington has just started its journey to becoming entirely pollinator friendly. From gardens to meadows, Symington is working hard to accommodate pollinators of all shapes and sizes.
Hamiltonhill Claypits
WATCH how a piece of waste land in central Glasgow has been transformed into a thriving community nature reserve. Hamiltonhill Claypits was a vacant industrial site, but thanks to a group of local residents, it’s now a much-loved green space in the heart of the community.
SOS Leith
LISTEN to how a group of residents are using their collective voice to seek action on improving water quality in Leith. After fears about the safety of local bodies of water, local residents banded together to make a change. Hear the story of how the group got started and their achievements so far.
Coalburn
READ the story of one person’s actions and ambitions to engage their local community in the wildlife of this former mining village. Cairns Galbraith has worked hard alongside fellow volunteers to raise awareness of the growing nature in and around the village of Coalburn in South Lanarkshire.
Take action.
Our Knowledge for Nature online courses help you to learn more about Scotland’s wildlife and how to take meaningful action to protect and restore our natural environment.
Our first course, the Nextdoor Nature Pioneers Programme, is now available for registration. If you would like to organise action for nature where you live, this is the course for you. From how to engage others in your community to how to identify practical actions for nature, this 8-week course will give you the skills, resources and confidence to take action.
Other opportunities.
Volunteering
If you’re looking to give your time to help Scotland’s wildlife, check out our latest volunteering opportunities.
Events
We organise a wide range of events across Scotland – find out what we have coming up in your area.
Activities for children
Visit our Learning Zone for ideas and nature activities for kids – perfect for family-friendly community events.