Seasons in Nature

Scotland is home to some of the world's most incredible wildlife and habitats. But nature is in trouble and needs our support. The good news? There’s so much we can do to help it thrive!

Take action for nature

The days may shorter, but there are still many wonderful ways to make the most of the daylight hours to connect with nature and help boost your wellbeing.

We’ve pulled together family-friendly activities you can do to have fun while helping the nature on your doorstep thrive. From making bird feeders to going on winter walks, there’s plenty to get stuck into.

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Autumn

Autumn spotter sheet

Discover nature’s spectacles, from fallen leaves to bright berries that help prepare wildlife for winter.

Spot local wildlife

Autumn leaf hunt

Feeling inspired to venture into woodlands this autumn? Save our handy guide for tree ID’s and leaf craft activities.

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Nature mythology and folklore

Scotland is rich in stories. Discover enchanting legends from selkies to rowan trees!

Go wild with pumpkins

Use one of our stencils to make your pumpkin stand out! Learn how to make the most out of it while protecting nature.

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Andy Murray in nature with a quote which reads, 'Being out in nature really clears my head. There’s nothing like a dog walk to make you feel better and put things into perspective.'

Prescription for Nature

Just 20 minutes in nature a day can do wonders for our mental wellbeing. Connecting with nature can help reduce stress levels, ease anxiety and boost our mood.

Whether it’s taking a walk in the beautiful Scottish outdoors, watching the birds from your window or marvelling at a starry sky, we’ve got a prescription for everybody. With a daily dose of nature, we can help restore our natural world while it restores us!

Get your Daily Dose of Nature