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Opportunities Interest: Outdoors

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Guided birdwatching walks

By Josh Taylor

The coastal guided birdwatching walks are intended for anyone who loves spending time on the coast: you don’t need to know anything about birds. Families and children are always welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult). Bring binoculars if you have them, but don’t worry if you don’t, we can supply a few … Continued

Work experience with the New Forest National Park Authority

By Josh Taylor

We actively encourage links with local schools and colleges, and regard quality work experience placements as an important aspect of our community partnership work. Each summer we welcome students from local schools for placements lasting for one week. These places are limited and highly popular so please apply early. Please note we sometimes have opportunities … Continued

New Forest Youth Board

By Josh Taylor

We know that young people are passionate about the New Forest; they are its future custodians and are the generation that will be most impacted by decisions that are made today. The New Forest National Park Authority and partner organisations are committed to involving them and actioning their views on key New Forest issues. The … Continued

New Forest Junior Rangers

By Josh Taylor

New Forest Junior Rangers is an opportunity for those aged 11 to 18 years old interested in conservation, sustainability and the natural world to make a difference in the New Forest National Park. They work alongside the New Forest National Park Authority engagement team to help look after the New Forest and take part in … Continued