Whether you want to explore nature with your family or friends, try some simple projects in your own garden, or find ways to enjoy nature when you can’t go outside, here are some ideas for you.
Family adventures
Outdoor activities for kids
Try these no-preparation activities, perfect for small or large spaces
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Boost your family's wellbeing with a magical mystery nature tour
This activity can be used in any park or green space for a wellbeing boost. Discover the magic and wonder of nature.
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Go on an autumn hunt
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Youth Worker Toolkit
This free downloadable toolkit lists activities and ideas that you can use with young people to explore nature in cities.
Backgarden exploration and projects
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British wildlifeBritish garden birds: autumn and winter highlights
Meet some of the birds you're likely to spot in your garden during the colder months of the year.
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British wildlifeHow to make a log pile to provide shelter for garden wildlife
A log pile can give home and shelter to some of the smaller inhabitants of your garden.
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British wildlifeHow to make a bird feeder
Follow our simple guide to building a bird feeder for your garden from a reused plastic bottle.
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British wildlife
How to make fat balls for birds
Help your local wild birds to survive winter by putting out these nutritious fat balls.
Indoor science and crafts for when you can't get outside
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Dinosaurs
How to draw a dinosaur
Learn how to create a cartoon T. rex. Plus find out how palaeoartists draw dinosaurs.
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DinosaursHow to make a T. rex origami dinosaur
Follow these simple origami instructions to bring back this famous dinosaur in paper form.
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British wildlife
How to grow a cress caterpillar
Create a colourful caterpillar and grow your own food all in one activity.
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Colouring pages for kids and adults
Download and print the colouring pages for a quiet and calming activity that kids and adults can try at home.
