In light of the coronavirus outbreak, maintaining a connection with the natural world is more important than ever to ensure we're taking good care of our health and wellbeing.
We know that just a bit of time every day spent in nature can help relieve stress and improve mental wellbeing, but it can be difficult to know how to do this safely in the current climate. If one of our reserves is close enough for you to walk to, you may choose to visit - just always make sure you follow Government guidance on social distancing and be aware that these could be busier at this time.
There are plenty of ways to stay active and connected to nature without visiting a reserve.
This can be as simple as walking a few circles around your own back garden, taking in the daily changes, or you may want to use the time to learn a new skill such as outdoor yoga or wildlife gardening.
Our social media channels are full of daily inspiration helping to keep us all connected to the natural world whilst our movement is restricted. Photos of our new baby lambs at Lilbourne Meadows and Totternhoe have kept us smiling all week. Guaranteed positivity.
Follow our brilliant Communites and Wildlife team as they keep us connected to the wild world at home with how-to videos. From how to identify a great tit's song to following a bud burst to building a bird feeder, there are loads of ideas you can join in with.
Second Prize in the 2018 Wildlife Trust BCN Photography Competition by Mike Harris
Enter our Photography Competition
Winners are published in our 2021 calendar plus a top prize of £1500 worth of photographic equipment from sponsors Fujifilm UK and second and third prizes of optical equipment from Opticron.
This year's theme is 'Local Gems' and we've got a new 'Garden and Home Gems' category and extended deadline, perfect for finding an unusual shot in your own garden.
# Wildlife from Home
Learn to ID all the wonderful creatures who share your garden through our new challenge - and your sightings might even help official county records. The perfect activity for a 'working from home' tea break or to inspire regular fresh air breaks.
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