Looking to build your species identification skills? 🔍 From grasses and plants to freshwater wildlife and invertebrates, having the right guide can make identification easier and more accurate. Our latest blog explores the benefits of AIDGAP and Synopses of the British Fauna guides, and highlights the titles currently included in our autumn sale. 📖 Read the blog via here: buff.ly/YBON8lP

Mountfield Primary School, located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne’s suburbs, is an inner-city school. It sits in one of England’s top 10% most deprived areas. They applied for Grants for Schools funding in 2025. Thanks to your support, pupils were able to attend an exciting two-night residential trip to the Lake District. Their application told a vivid story of how they’re working hard to teach pupils about nature and environmental issues, but face barriers when it comes to getting the children out in nature. Read more about the impact of their recent trip: buff.ly/CrkxyT3

Outdoor adventure helps children and young people discover what they're capable of. With +Adventure we maximise teaching opportunities to build confidence, resilience and skills for life beyond the classroom. Because some of life's most important lessons happen outside.

Find your nearest Day Centre or Learning Location.🌄 Every learner deserves the opportunity to connect with nature and learn outdoors.🌱 For schools looking for a more accessible or local option, our day centres and learning locations offer expert-led educational experiences without the need for an overnight stay. With venues across the UK, you may have a Field Studies Council location closer than you think.😁 🔗 Find your nearest day location: buff.ly/EYTnDKt

Could you identify all 13 of the UK's native amphibian and reptile species? 🐍 This Reptile Awareness Day, we're celebrating these remarkable animals by launching our 2027 Amphibians and Reptiles: Ecology, Conservation and Surveying course. Designed for learners looking to develop practical identification and surveying skills, the course covers ecology, conservation, habitat management and survey techniques. As an extra bonus, everyone booking a place will receive a free WildID Reptiles and Amphibians Guide ✨ 👉 buff.ly/2lxLWZj

🍂 We're looking forward to welcoming participants on our October half-term Gold Residentials next week! Many of our residentials are now fully booked, but there are still a few places available on our History Camp and Geography Camp for 16-18 year olds looking to complete their @DofE Gold Residential section this year. It's a fantastic opportunity to develop new skills, meet like-minded people and make progress towards completing your Gold Award. Missed out this year? Don't worry. Our 2027 Gold Residential dates are now available to book, so you can secure your place early and start planning your next adventure. 👉 buff.ly/KRdL2KW

🌿 Outdoor learning should be an opportunity for every young person, not a privilege available to some. A new report from the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Outdoor Learning highlights persistent inequalities in access to outdoor learning across England, particularly as opportunities become more resource-intensive. Through Generation Green and Adventures Away from Home, we’ve seen the difference targeted funding can make in helping more young people experience learning outdoors. As a charity, widening access to nature and outdoor learning is at the heart of our purpose. We believe it’s vital that we build on this progress and tackle the barriers that remain. 👉 Read the full story: buff.ly/sqByzGT #outdoorlearning

🎧 Looking for a little geographical inspiration for your next commute, coffee break or planning session? Tune into GeogPod, the @The_GA's podcast, for conversations with voices from across the geography community, exploring their work, ideas and areas of interest. We’re proud to sponsor Series 17, and you can even hear from our own Grace Phillips and Em Kendall in episode #103, exploring Slapton Sands, coastal change and the value of fieldwork. 🌊🗺️ 🎙️ Discover the latest episodes and find your next listen: buff.ly/e34V6qy

Did you hear that?! 👀🐦 From crackly early recordings to today’s cutting-edge tech, wildlife sound recording has transformed how we discover and understand the natural world 🌍🎧 Join our free Natural History Live to explore the evolution, and future, of capturing nature’s soundtrack. Animals Live in Concert: The Evolution and Future of Sound Recording 📅 Wednesday 9 December 2026 ⏰ 1–2pm Sign up here: buff.ly/Pstjw8v

🍄 Become a Field Studies Council member 🦋 Together, we can help build a more sustainable future. Your membership supports environmental education that helps people understand the natural world, make informed choices for the planet, and inspires the scientists, conservationists and environmental professionals of tomorrow. 👉 Reasons to join Field Studies Council as a member: 🌱 Your membership supports environmental education that increases awareness of nature and sustainability. 🌱 You are helping inspire the next generation of environmental professionals and green careers. 🌱 You will receive a free wildlife guide, regular email updates, an exclusive yearly members' meet-up and a Field Studies Council Members' badge. Join our members and help inspire a sustainable future: buff.ly/Cq3J76P

Today is Adventure Day! 🌍 Adventure isn't just about the activity. It's about stepping into the unknown, embracing uncertainty, and discovering what you're capable of along the way. At Field Studies Council, we believe those moments of challenge, curiosity and discovery help people grow while developing a deeper connection with the outdoors. How are you embracing adventure this weekend? 🏔️ ⛺️ 🥾 🌲

Save on expert identification guides this autumn! 📚 From now until 7 December, we're offering discounts on a range of AIDGAP and Synopses of the British Fauna titles. Whether you're exploring freshwater wildlife, learning to identify plants, studying insects or building your species identification skills, there's a guide for you. ✅ AIDGAP guides from just £5 ✅ Trusted by naturalists, ecologists and wildlife enthusiasts AIDGAP guides are designed for non-specialists aged 16+ and have been extensively tested by beginners and experts alike. Browse the sale and find your next field companion: buff.ly/W4h9Asj

What a summer! ☀️ This year, we welcomed young people from across the country to Flatford Mill for unforgettable @DofE residentials in Conservation and Zookeeping, Biology Camp, and Geography Camp. From practical conservation projects and hands-on zookeeping tasks to investigating urban geography and exploring the natural world, it was fantastic to see so many enthusiastic participants throw themselves into new experiences, develop their skills and make lasting friendships along the way. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this summer so memorable. Thinking about your Gold Residential for next year? Our 2027 dates are now available to book! 🔗 buff.ly/B26ol6B

🌿 Could one lesson outdoors each week make a difference? We’re backing the Outdoor Education Bill, which is calling for greater government support for outdoor learning, including a proposal for primary and secondary schools to provide at least one lesson outside each week. With children spending less time outdoors and concerns growing around young people’s mental health, we believe opportunities to learn and connect with nature have never been more important. Outdoor learning can give young people space to explore, connect and experience learning beyond the classroom. 🌳 We’re proud to add our voice to calls for outdoor education to play a bigger part in every child’s school experience. buff.ly/A164Xc1

🌿 One month to go until the Slapton Ley Research Seminar! As we count down to the event, we’re making a final call for local environmental, wildlife, education and community organisations to join our Marketplace of Ideas. It’s an opportunity to showcase your latest research or projects, meet others working across South Devon and exchange ideas that could help inspire future environmental action. There's also still time to plan your visit as an attendee, there's a great value weekend B&B option too. 📅 Saturday 14 November 📍 Slapton Ley, South Devon 🎟️ Free to attend, with lunch provided Find out more: buff.ly/nsc9Jxu

Planning a school day trip and have questions about what to expect?🤔 You're not alone. From curriculum links and time commitments to accessibility and who our experiences are suitable for, we've brought together some of the questions teachers ask us.🌱 Swipe through these FAQs to discover everything you need to know about our school day trips and see how we make outdoor learning easy, engaging and meaningful for your students. 📍 Available at our day centres and learning locations across the UK. 🔗 Find out more: buff.ly/EYTnDKt

We're at the Church Resources Exhibition (CRE) today at Sandown Park in Surrey! 🎉 It's great to be back and we're looking forward to speaking with delegates about our venue hire and group accommodation options at centres across the UK.🏠️ If you're attending, please do come and say hello to the team. We'll be here today and tomorrow and would love to chat about how we can support your next event, retreat or group stay. 👥 Discover what we offer🔗 buff.ly/t7dux7U

We're at the @BlueEarthSummit! 💙🌏 📍 Woolwich, London | 14–16 October We're looking forward to chatting with delegates about our three-level Biodiversity Net Gain training programme and our new Nature Literacy offer, including the Biodiversity Essentials course. This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of nature literacy, and delegates can sign up at the summit and get it for free ✨️ #BlueEarthSummit #BiodiveristyNetGain #NatureLiteracy

The quiet pupil leading their team across an obstacle. Sometimes, all it takes is a new environment and the chance to step outside their comfort zone for your pupils to see themselves in a whole new way. The child who rarely speaks up in class can find their voice, take on new challenges and realise just how much they can achieve. That’s the lasting impact of a +Adventure residential. As you look ahead to winter 2026 and throughout 2027, consider an adventure residential that gives your pupils the chance to challenge themselves, work together and discover what they’re capable of beyond the classroom. Discover +Adventure: buff.ly/xPuDLxo