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There are lots of simple steps we can take to help the environment. Find out more in this handy cheat sheet.
Even a small change can make a difference.

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Monitoring the environment is a crucial step in learning about climate change and its impact on the planet. Check out this list of fantastic citizen science projects. There's something for everyone!

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Have a go at a fun experiment that demonstrates the affect of acid on shells.

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Have a go at this addictive online game by NASA. Can you OFFSET all CO₂ emissions so the Earth doesn't get too warm?

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What is climate change? What causes it? Why is it an issue? Read this easy to read guide to find out.

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Take part in research from the comfort of your own home!
The Zooniverse is the largest online citizen science platform in the world. Some wonderful marine projects include: Seabird Watch; Seal Watch; Penguin Watch; FISHstory; Invader ID; Plankton Portal

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The Zooniverse is the world's largest and most popular platform for people-powered research.

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If you've enjoyed using the resources and would like to support our work, please visit the Scottish Seabird Centre's Just Giving page. Every penny we raise goes towards our education and conservation programmes. Thank you.

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About Scottish Seabird Centre

We inspire people to DIVE IN to Scotland's precious marine habitats. From a child's first experience of puffins to a magical insight into the underwater world, we bring the wonder of our seas to life. Our vision is to ensure our marine environment is healthy, wildlife-rich and enjoyed by all.
www.seabird.org fundraiser@seabird.org
Scottish Seabird Centre Registered charity number SC025837

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We inspire people to DIVE IN to Scotland's precious marine habitats. From a child's first experience of puffins to a magical insight into the underwater world, we bring the wonder of our seas to life. Our vision is to ensure our marine environment is healthy, wildlife-rich and enjoyed by all.

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A Beginner's Guide to Beach Cleans with the Marine Conservation Society

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A Beginner's Guide to Beach Cleans with the Marine Conservation Society

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The break down of rubbish in the environment releases even more greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. Keeping our beaches clean can help stop this happening.
We've teamed up with the Marine Conservation Society to bring you this brilliant video, providing loads of useful information about how you can organise a beach clean.

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A Beginner's Guide to Beach Cleans with the Marine Conservation Society

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Marine scientist and Scottish Seabird Centre Trustee, Professor John Baxter, discusses the science behind climate change and the issues it's causing for the marine environment.
Recorded with the Castle Rockers Podcast.

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Welcome to the Castle Rockers Podcast. We are an informal group of tenants and residents of the Castlerock Edinvar Housing Association. Our podcasts are about local topics of interest and people we wanted to meet.

If you liked the 'Blue Planet' TV series, then this is the podcast for you. Professor John Baxter talks through global warming from a marine perspective. He explains why there is a single ocean, what 'dead zones' are and lots of other fascinating scientific facts. John explains it all in an easy to understand way and points out things we can do to help the planet.

There is more information about Marine Protected Areas here in the UK.

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If you liked the 'Blue Planet' TV&nbsp; series, then this is the podcast for you. Professor John Baxter talks through global warming from a marine perspective. He explains why there is a single ocean, what 'dead zones' are and lots of other fascinating scientific facts.

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The Scottish Seabird Centre - Who are we?

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The Scottish Seabird Centre - Who are we?

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We are a conservation and education charity based in North Berwick, East Lothian. Click on the link below to find out more about the work we do.

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We are a conservation and education charity in the beautiful coastal town of North Berwick. Supported by our 5-star visitor experience. Dive in and explore the wonder of Scotland's marine environment with us. Seabird Café, gift shop and seasonal boat trips.

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We are a conservation and education charity in the beautiful coastal town of North Berwick. Supported by our 5-star visitor experience. Dive in and explore the wonder of Scotland's marine environment with us. Seabird Café, gift shop and seasonal boat trips.

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Trees are CO2 extraction experts.
Plant some in your garden, or get involved in a tree planting group, and help reduce the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere.

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How to Plant Trees - Plant Trees - Woodland Trust

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Follow our guide to successful tree planting, including site preparation, spacing and three popular methods: T notch, slit and pit planting.

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As the climate changes, animals are having to battle more storms and search further distances for food.
Help the birds in your garden with this easy bird feeder design by the Scottish Wildlife Trust.

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This bottle bird feeder is a great way to help our feathered friends as well as a great way to upcycle an old plastic bottle.

It's important to feed birds throughout the year including spring and summer, when seeds, insects and fruits play an important role for birds who are rearing chicks, but avoid offering whole, loose peanuts during nesting time as these may choke baby birds.

What you will need:

An empty, clean plastic bottle with a lid

A drawing pin

A pair of scissors

Two small sticks approximately 12 - 14cm in length (for example, an ice lolly stick or sticks from the garden)

A piece of string

Some bird seed

How to make your bottle bird feeder:

1. Use a drawing pin to make two holes on opposite sides of your bottle at the same height.

2. Using scissors, carefully widen the holes until they are just smaller than the width of your sticks.

3. Push one of your sticks through both holes to form your first perch for the birds.

4. Make two more holes in the same way, but higher up the bottle, so that they are at 90 degrees from your first set of holes.

5. When you insert your second stick, it should form a cross-shape when looked at from below.

6. Use your drawing pin and scissors to make some small drainage holes in the bottom of your bottle.

7. About 4cm above each perch, use your drawing pin to make a hole and widen it using the scissors (these will be the feeding holes).

8. At the neck of the bottle, make two holes opposite each other and thread through your string and tie a knot.

9. Pour your bird seed into the bottle, screw on your lid and hang up your bird feeder!

This activity has been created in partnership with SCLD and Scottish Badgers
as part of Scottish Learning Disability Week and Mental Health Awareness Week.
Share a photo of your bird feeder using #DiscoverLearnPlay

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Make a bottle bird feeder | Learning Zone | Scottish Wildlife Trust

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This bottle bird feeder is a great way to help our feathered friends as well as a great way to upcycle an old plastic bottle. It's important to feed birds throughout the year including spring and summer, when seeds, insects and fruits play an important role for birds who are rearing chicks, but avoid offering whole, loose peanuts during nesting time as these may choke baby birds.