Youth programmes
Wildlife and tech adventures for young people
Outdoor programmes for young people aged 11–25, with a focus on those facing disadvantage. Work alongside practising conservation, technology and education experts to explore real nature sites, learn their skills and take action for wildlife and climate.
Upcoming activities
Every session is listed and booked through Eequ, our booking partner. Choose an activity to see the venue, dates, ages and how to book. Places are limited, so please book in advance.
Can’t see the activities? View and book on Eequ (opens in a new tab).
Our programmes
Ages 11–16 · Saturdays · Free
Eco-Active
A free Saturday club, designed with young people, for anyone who wants to explore, learn and take action for the planet. Hike through nature, use conservation technology, work on real projects and make new friends.
Ages 11–16 · School holidays
Holiday Wildlife & Tech Camps
Half-term clubs and Easter and Summer camps packed with wildlife tracking, trail cameras, sound recording and teamwork challenges. Easter and Summer camps include a hot nutritious lunch every day. Free HAF places are available, and paid places are open to all.
Ages 16–25 · New dates TBC
Climate Action Programme
Hands-on conservation and climate action for young adults. Work with rangers and practising experts on real habitat and wildlife projects, using field tools, trail cameras and biodiversity monitoring, and build skills for green careers.
What young people do
Our programmes are for young people who have fewer chances to get out into nature, with a focus on those facing disadvantage. They learn directly from practising experts, gaining inspiration and real skills they can build on.
Explore
Discover real places
Head out across country parks and green spaces to find wildlife and learn how each place works.
Wildlife tech
Use conservation technology
Set up trail cameras and acoustic monitors, then find out what they recorded.
Take action
Help nature recover
Take part in habitat work, species monitoring and campaigns that make a lasting difference.
Lead
Shape your own project
Plan and run conservation projects with expert support, building skills and confidence.
Where we run
Sessions currently take place at nature sites across southern England. Each listing above shows the venue and meeting point, so check it before you book.
Questions parents ask
How do I book a place?
Choose an activity in the listing above and select Full details and book. Booking is through Eequ, and places must be booked in advance.
Is there a cost?
Eco-Active is free. Easter and Summer camps have free HAF places for eligible young people, plus paid places open to all. Each listing shows whether a session is free or has a fee before you book.
Who leads the sessions?
Naturebytes conservation, technology and education specialists lead every session.
What if there are no dates showing?
We add new dates through the year. Check back soon, or contact us to ask about upcoming activities.
Questions about an activity?
Get in touch about bookings, accessibility or what to expect, and we’ll help you find the right session.
Running a school trip instead? See our school programmes.