Youth Conservation Day at Westonbirt Arboretum

Get outdoors, learn practical skills, and make a real difference to the arboretum. Whether you're curious about conservation or thinking about a future in environmental careers, this one-day event is designed just for you.

Ages 11 – 16: Hands-On Forest Skills

11:00am - 1:00pm 

Get stuck in with practical conservation work! You’ll learn how to care for young trees through weeding and mulching to help the woodland thrive.

What you’ll get from it:

• try real conservation work
• build practical outdoor skills
• spend time in nature with people your age

Ages 17–25: Conservation & Green Careers

2:00pm - 4:00pm 

Interested in environmental careers? This session goes deeper. Take part in a flora survey and explore how we measure carbon in woodland ecosystems.

What you’ll get from it:

• learn fieldwork and survey techniques
• discover careers in conservation and forestry
• gain hands-on experience for your CV
• connect with others interested in the environment

Book now 

Spaces are free but limited, so booking in advance is essential. Email us at learning.westonbirt@forestryengland.uk to secure your place.

Parents/guardians and siblings are welcome to attend alongside booked participants.

Run by Young People, for Young People

This event is organised and delivered by the Westonbirt Youth Forum, giving you the chance to build confidence, develop new skills, and connect with like-minded people in nature.