Youth Rangers of the Fens

Youth Rangers is a group for secondary-aged young people (11-17 years) keen to make a positive difference to their local environment. We meet throughout the year at various Cambridgeshire nature reserves and would love to welcome you to our group.

Join us for another fantastic session of learning real, practical conservation skills, learning from industry professionals and making a positive impact for wildlife. You do not need any experience to attend. This month we're in the Great Fen, visiting Woodwalton Fen National Nature Reserve to conduct a Butterfly Transect. A Butterfly Transect is a walk along a set route that is divided into separate sections. In each of these sections the number of butterflies are counted along with the climatic conditions. Using this method comparisons can be made year-on-year and between transects. Woodwalton Fen is one of only four remaining fragments of the ancient wild fens that once stretched for 1,350 square miles across the area and is a last haven for many rare fen species. This beautiful reserve is internationally important for wildlife and provides a refuge for thousands of species of fen animals and plants, many of which are found nowhere else in the country. Accompanied by Wildlife Trust Communities and Education staff, you'll learn more about the wildlife that lives here and to improve your butterfly ID skills.

Please note:
Bookings are not confirmed until we have received your completed paperwork and consent form (for each child).

Please bring water and dress appropriately for the weather - Layers and waterproofs, or hats and sun lotion if needed. Long sleeves and trousers recommended. Please wear sensible boots or wellies. Trousers should be tucked into socks to protect from ticks.

Additional information

• There are no toilet facilities available for this session.
• These sessions are designed for participants to attend independently. We try to be as inclusive as possible, but this session may not suit every young person, and unfortunately we cannot provide 1:1 support.
• Parents/guardians will be asked to fill out a consent form to include relevant concerns/issues to help us ensure participants get the most out of their session.
• Please refer to our event terms and conditions webpage for details on refunds and cancellations, as well as general information about how we run our events.
• The benefits of joining the Wildlife Trust BCN include a reduced rate for many events. Family membership is from just £5 a month.
• On booking you will receive an email with further guidance but if you have any further questions please do get in touch with Community and Education Officer Laura at laura.allen@wildlifebcn.org.

A photographer may be present at the event and taking pictures for Wildlife Trust BCN use so please let us know if you'd rather not be included. Under 18s will have an adult asked to complete a media consent form.

Please see the website for full event terms and conditions.