Young girl bird watching © David Tipling/2020VISION
Things to do
Nature is for everyone
Being outdoors and connected to nature is proven to make a positive difference to people's lives. From visiting one of our 40 nature reserves (all free to visit and open 7 days a week) to immerse yourself in nature or to spot local wildlife, watching our barn owl webcam or joining an event or course at our visitor centre to making your garden, balcony or local green space wildlife-friendly, there are plenty of things that you can do to enjoy wildlife.
Of course, one of the best things you can do to help Dorset's wildlife is to join us. Our 27,000 members get regular updates about our work and what's happening on our nature reserves throughout the year - find out more about membership.
Wildlife Events
Come along to any of our wildlife events, and learn more about the amazing wildlife around you.
Introduction to Mosses and Lichens
Explore the hidden world of mosses and lichens with expert botanist Jim White and learn more about these amazing ancient plants.
Spatula Carving with Adam Hawker
Join nationally renowned greenwood worker, Adam Hawker, to learn how to carve a wooden spatula, an organic alternative to metal utensils…
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Spatula Carving with Adam Hawker
Join nationally renowned greenwood worker, Adam Hawker, to learn how to carve a wooden spatula, an organic alternative to metal utensils…
Fungi Foray with John Wright
Learn about the amazing array of fungi amongst the ancient pastures of Kingcombe Meadows nature reserve.
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Fungi Foray with John Wright
Learn about the amazing array of fungi amongst the ancient pastures of Kingcombe Meadows.
Willow Sculpture with Jo Sadler - Owls and Herons
Join willow sculptor Jo Sadler and learn an adaptable new skill and create a willow sculpture to adorn your home this spring.
Ways you can help wildlife
How to have an eco-Christmas
Whether you celebrate a big family Christmas, or you just give out a few cards to your friends and neighbours to wish them a happy time…
How to start a wildlife garden from scratch
Use the blank canvas of your garden to make a home for wildlife.
How to have a plastic- free Halloween
Halloween is often a great time for spooky family fun, but unfortunately it is often full of plastic.
How to build a bird box
With natural nesting sites in decline, adding a nestbox to your garden can make all the difference to your local birds.
How to build a bug mansion
Build your own bug mansion and attract a multitude of creepy crawlies to your garden.
The best plants for bees and pollinators
Set up a ‘nectar café’ by planting flowers for pollinating insects like bees and butterflies
