Learning About Forests (LEAF) || Awards Network

Why this award?

Learning about Forests (LEAF) is a learning programme that advocates outdoor learning and hands-on experiences, resulting in pupils gaining a deeper and more involved understanding of the natural world.

The key aims of the LEAF programme are to:

Reconnect children and young people with natural environments
Promote and expand outdoor education
Improve knowledge of forest-based ecosystems

Who is it for?

Schools and youth groups.

What time commitment is required?

LEAF is an annual programme following the school year.

Time commitment across the year will depend on the actions that participants choose to complete.

Is the award externally accredited?

No.

Provider: Keep Scotland Beautiful

Website: Click here

Budget: Free

For Ages: under 10 - 18

Time to Complete: 1 Years

Opportunities:

Nature
Volunteering
Youth Work
Get Outdoors
Making friends
Achievement
Develop my CV
Gain new skills

Type of Involvement:

With Others
Local Community
Join a group

Award Recognition:

Certificate of Achievement
To build skills and experience

Meeting Frequency: Weekly, Monthly, Ad Hoc

Interested?

Contact Nicola Davidson on , or send an email.

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Keep Scotland Beautiful Learning About Forests (LEAF)