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Getting started
Introducing the Nextdoor Nature Pioneers Programme online learning platform and its features.
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Wildlife Ecology 101
An introduction to wildlife, what you might find on your doorstep and how different species interact.
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Actions for nature
How to identify actions that will make a positive difference for nature in your area.
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Engaging your community
How to effectively communicate, consult and engage with your local community.
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Nature and wellbeing
How nature benefits our wellbeing, how we can make the most of our time outdoors, and how we can share those benefits with others.
![A man with an orange helmet using a pair of loppers](https://learn.scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Colin-Wilson16-300x200.jpg)
Health and safety
The basics of health and safety and your responsibilities when organising action in your community.
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Land and landowners
The importance of working with landowners and local authorities and how to approach them in a meaningful way.
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Working with Volunteers (optional module)
How volunteers can help your project and things you might need to think about when working with them.
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Wildlife Surveying (optional module)
The basics of wildlife surveying, common survey methods and considerations for planning surveys.
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How to set up a community group (optional module)
How to set up a community group including constitutions, different types of group and the basics of bank accounts and insurance for groups.
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Nextdoor Nature was a project from The Wildlife Trusts. We worked with communities to bring people together and give everyone the power to help nature flourish – everywhere. Thanks to £5million funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Nextdoor Nature provided communities with start-up advice and support to help nature on their doorstep, leaving a lasting natural legacy to mark The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. You can find out more about the project here.