Nature

WWF Scotland

As part of the international WWF network, WWF-UK addresses global threats to people and nature such as climate change, the peril to endangered species and habitats, and the unsustainable consumption of the world's natural resources.

They do this by influencing how governments, businesses and people think, learn and act in relation to the world around us.

Biodiversity Scotland

The Scottish Biodiversity Forum is an umbrella group or partnership of anyone with an interest in biodiversity.

It is open to anyone, from individuals to large public bodies, from non-government environmental organisations to business, from national government to local biodiversity action plan partnerships.

Forestry Commission Scotland (FCS)

The mission of the FCS is to protect and expand Scotland's forests and woodlands and to increase their value to society and the environment.

This website contains information on visiting forests, education and strategy.

RSPB Scotland

The work of the RSPB is driven by a passionate belief that we all have a responsibility to protect birds and the environment.

This website gives an overview of the work of the society and on bird reserves and bird watching.

Scottish Wildlife Trust (SWT)

SWT's interests are spread across Scotland. With conservation at the heart of the organisation, they are committed to giving homes, a voice and access to wildlife.

Through the support provided by members, they are able to offer practical conservation solutions through habitat management.

Scottish Natural Heritage

Scotland's natural heritage underpins our economy, our health, our education, our well-being. A healthy environment leads to healthy people and a healthy economy.

This website explains how SNH looks after the natural heritage, helps people to enjoy and value it, and encourages people to use it in a sustainable way.

Beautiful Britain

This website has information on places to visit throughout Britain including National Trust properties and information on how to encourage wildlife in your garden.

Wild Scotland

Wild Scotland is the Scottish Wildlife and Nature Tourism Operators Association. The aim of the website is to promote Scottish wildlife and nature tourism operators through a range of marketing initiatives and activities.

Plantlife

Plantlife International is a charity dedicated exclusively to conserving all forms of plant life in their natural habitats, in the UK, Europe and across the world.

This website lists the UK's 150 most important plant areas.

National Trust for Scotland

The National Trust for Scotland is the conservation charity that protects and promotes Scotland's natural and cultural heritage for present and future generations to enjoy.

This website has information on how to join, support and learn with the Trust.

John Muir Trust

The John Muir Trust educates people about the value of wild places through the John Muir Award.

Through the four challenges of discover, explore, conserve and share and three progressive levels of involvement, it has so far helped over 50,000 people gain an appreciation of such places.

Scottish Allotments and Gardens Society

The Scottish Allotments and Gardens Society works to protect sites, preserve skills in gardening and design and promote the value of allotments.

This website has advice and help as well as an events calendar.

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