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Red Fox (Vulpes vulpes) Vixen in the Snow during winter

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Things to do in Winter

We've got lots of ideas to keep you wild this Winter, whether your fancy going out for an adventure or staying in on a rainy day. 

How to make a log pile
CREATE WILDLIFE HABITATS

Make a wood pile for wildlife

After pruning the trees in your garden, don’t throw away the cut-offs. Instead use them to make a wood pile for wildlife.
Woodland wildlife in winter spotter sheet
WINTER WONDERS

Watch out for Winter Wildlife ❄️

Be a winter woodland detective! Have you spotted any of these?
Activity Sheet: How to make a nest box
NATIONAL NESTBOX WEEK

Make your own nest box 🐦

It's a great time of year to put up a nest box before bids start breeding in the spring. Learn how to make your own.
Tufted duck pair
I SPY

Become a duck detective 🦆🕵️‍♀️

There are lots of ducks about during the winter! How many can you spot whilst our for a local walk?
Activity Sheet: Puddle Jumping
HAVE FUN

Go puddle jumping 💦

Don't let bad weather stop you, try jumping in puddles to make squelchy splashy noises!
Bird feeders illustration
FEED THE BIRDS

Find out how to attract birds into your garden all year round. 🐦

Attracting birds to your garden is easy: supplement naturally available food with bird food, and watch them flock in!
Transforming our towns
RAINY DAY ACTIVITY

Add your wild actions to the map

See who else has been wild in Notts on our Action Map and add your own wild actions!
Make a nature treasure chest activity sheet
GET CRAFTY

Make a nature treasure chest 🖌️

Build a special place to keep your natural treasures!
winter walk
EVENTS

Join in

See what events you could join in. Both in person and online!
Wildlife Yoga Activity Sheet
STAY ACTIVE

Have a go at wildlife yoga 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️

How many of our wild yoga poses can you do? Have a go at creating your own! Click to see our guide.
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WATCH

Wildlife Watch Youtube Channel 📺

Find videos about the UK's amazing wildlife and fun activities for kids of all ages. Get involved!
Leaves in frost
EXPLORE

Discover a nature reserve near you 🐾

If you want to head out for an adventure, find your nearest nature reserve!
Two hedgehogs in a garden at night

Jon Hawkins - Surrey Hills Photography

Join us today

Join us with a family membership and receive our wildlife watch magazine for the kids packed full of activities. Your support will help look after local wildlife and the amazing wild places in your area. 

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