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  Jennifer Sked 4:34 pm on March 6, 2013 Permalink
  Tags: eco ( 6 ), Gardening ( 2 ), Horticulture ( 2 ), Outdoor Learning, trees ( 3 )   

  School Orchard Information 

  

   

  Helping Children Grow

   

  Fruitful Schools makes it brilliantly easy and fun for pupils, teachers, parents and friends to plant fruit trees and get growing. We provide fruit trees, planting information, inspiration and support which makes this great idea come alive. Our aim is that all our children should  get the chance to enjoy picking and eating fruit from the tree. Growing fruit is a real pleasure and its also a life skill. Children need to know where their food comes from. It comes from fruit trees in abundance!

  School orchards work really well in nurseries, primary schools and also in secondary and special needs schools – planting fruit trees is not expensive and the fits well with the school year.

   The fruit trees are planted from November to April when the trees are dormant. Our planting instructions give you all the information needed to help you plant and grow successfully.

  School orchards are growing in popularity – for the good reason that they are a great idea and fit well with the school year. There is an article on this, in the TESS magazine.

  

  Please use the link for more information about School Orchards  http://Www.FruitfulSchools.com 

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   
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  Bill Stephen 2:47 pm on December 17, 2012 Permalink
  Tags: CPD ( 14 ), Duke of Edinburgh, Outdoor Learning   

  Outdoor Learning – Duke of Edinburgh Expedition Supervisor and Assessor Training Jan. 2013 

  Two courses for those interested in organising and assessing Duke of Edinburgh award courses in East Lothian will be run in January 2013. Courses will be based at the East Lothian Council Outdoor Learning Service. These DofE accredited courses are essential learning for those embarking on D of E programmes.

  Duke of Edinburgh Expedition Supervisor training, Thursday 17^th January 2013, 09.30am – 3.30pm

  Aimed at ELC staff and volunteers. This course covers understanding the role of the Expedition Supervisor, Assessor and other adults involved in the delivery of the Expedition section.  Attendance will develop Expedition Supervisors with an understanding and consistent interpretation of their role and responsibilities within the DofE, ensuring a high quality expedition experience for all young people.

  Duke of Edinburgh Expedition Assessor training, Wednesday 30^th January 2013, 09.30am – 3.30pm

  For ELC staff and volunteers. This course provides the opportunity for new Expedition Assessors to have their training, skills and learning accredited by the DofE and nationally recognised. The programme has been designed to provide Expedition Assessors with a clear and consistent understanding of their role and responsibilities.

  (Cost Free – ELC Staff/Volunteers – External Staff/Volunteers £40.00)

  To book please contact the Outdoor Learning Service k.christie@eastlothian.gov.uk 0131 653 5217

  More CPD opportunities at the Outdoor Learning Website – or visit our online brochure.

   
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  Admin (David Gilmour) 11:52 am on June 6, 2012 Permalink
  Tags: funding ( 6 ), outdoor ( 2 ), Outdoor Learning   

  CVS Action Earth Grants 2012 (Scotland) 

  CSV Action Earth which aims to empower people in Scotland to make a positive difference to the quality of their lives has announced that it is running two grant schemes in 2012 which are looking to increase numbers of volunteers on locally based environmental projects.

  These are the CSV Action Earth Awards which offer grants of £250 for projects who are providing or improving habitats for wildlife, enhancing local nature spots and getting communities volunteering together; and the CSV Local Nature Reserve Awards which offers grants of up to £500 exclusively for projects taking place on Local Nature Reserves (LNR).

  Grants will be allocated on a first come first serve basis.

  http://actionearth.csv.org.uk/apply

  Thanks to Juliet Robertson of Creative Star Learning for sharing this.

   
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  Admin (David Gilmour) 5:20 pm on May 14, 2012 Permalink
  Tags: Events ( 15 ), newhailes, Outdoor Learning   

  Newhailes’ Green Learning Festival returns for another year, with new workshops to choose from. 

  

   Green Scene is a two-day event for primary schools. It is taking place on the 11th September for P2 to P4 classes and 12th September for P5 to P7 classes.

  During their visit school groups attend three workshops. Each one lasts an hour and is provided by different heritage and environment organisations. Classes are usually divided into 2 groups of no more than 17 children so the students can get as much out of the day as possible.

   Schools can sign up for either one or both of these days.

  Due to its popularity in previous years we some new organisations will be taking part: Changeworks, RCAHMS and Buglife. Some providers will be joining us again including Historic Scotland, Scottish Seabird Centre, and Hopetoun House Ranger Service.

  This is a great opportunity for your students to have fun while learning about history and their environment, in the setting of Newhailes’ historic landscape. It is usually great fun too!

  The day starts at 10.15am and ends at 2.30pm.

  If you are interested please fill out the School Booking form Green Scene 2012 as soon as possible as spaces are limited due to the high demand. This year the deadline is Friday 22nd June. We will send you confirmation of your booking and further details.

  Thank you

   Stuart Whittaker

   We look forward to hearing from you soon!

  If you have any queries please contact Stuart Whittaker, Lothian Area Ranger, 0844 493 2124, swhittaker@nts.org.uk

   
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  Bill Stephen 8:35 am on April 24, 2012 Permalink
  Tags: navigation ( 2 ), Outdoor Learning   

  National Navigation Award SiIver 28th and 29th April 

  Still places available on this weekends national navigation award course being run by East Lothian Council Outdoor Learning Service.  

  Would you like to enhance your enjoyment of the countryside?

  Would you like to develop sound navigation skills and practice including planning your own walking routes?

  Would you like to gain confidence at map reading whether the weather is clear or misty?

  all neccessary equipment supplied by the Outdoor Learning Service and the course is free.

  Dates : Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th April – Meet at Musselburgh Outdoor Learning Base

  You can book your place on the course here

   
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  Martyn Pegg 8:12 am on March 1, 2012 Permalink
  Tags: health and wellbeing ( 7 ), Outdoor Learning   

  Fancy a run in the Woods? 

  Over the next two days your Outdoor Learning Service is hosting Primary and Secondary Orienteering Competitions at John Muir Country Park.

  

  You, yes you, are invited to come down and join in on Friday anytime between 1100 and 1400. The course is a Score Orienteering course and will take no longer than half an hour. You are required to visit as many controls (particular points in the woods) as possible within half an hour. Come on down and challenge your colleagues or just enjoy a Friday lunchtime strolling through John Muir Country Park with a purpose.

  There is no cost for entering the event, however if you wish you may make a donation towards a local Outdoor charity -Beyond Boundaries East Lothian.

  Come along to John Muir Country Park near Dunbar and look for the Outdoor Learning flags in the car park – brief instruction will be given. Enjoy the end of the week with a quick run (or walk) around one of East Lothian’s gems.

  Any queries concerning this event please e-mail Martyn (mpegg@eastlothian.gov.uk)

   

   
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  Bill Stephen 1:54 pm on February 27, 2012 Permalink
  Tags: CPD ( 14 ), Midlothian ( 2 ), Outdoor Learning   

  Good Practice Gathering in Outdoor Learning 17th March 2012 

  Our Outdoor learning colleagues in Midlothian are hosting a fantastic opportunity to share practice in Outdoor Learning on the 17th march 2012. They have invited participants from East Lothian to join the event.

  The Good Practice Gathering in Outdoor Learning takes place at Beeslack CHS and offers workshops, market place and an ‘expert’ panel. Participants will leave with fresh ideas, many resources and access to a support network.

  If you have an interest in developing and delivering outdoor learning within your school or community , this is a great opportunity to hear from a range of professional practitioners and share good practice in developing approaches to Outdoor Learning and CfE outcomes.

  A superb CPD opportunity for Teachers pre-school staff in East Lothian. For more details and to book on on this valuable event check out the web-link below. You can also get in touch with Bill Stephen at East Lothian Outdoor Learning for more information. (0131 653 5217, wstephen@eastlothian.gov.uk) 

  Mildothian Good Practice in Outdoor Learning Event

   

   
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  mary horsburgh 2:03 pm on January 24, 2012 Permalink
  Tags: animals, Events ( 15 ), Outdoor Learning   

  Lambing Live

  Please see attached letter for information on Lambing Live at East Links Family Park, DunbarLambing Live

   
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  Bill Stephen 2:55 pm on January 18, 2012 Permalink
  Tags: Outdoor Learning, Staff development, Winter Hillwalking   

  Winter Hill Walking Skills – Still Places Available 

  Winter Hill Walking Skills   Friday 24^th Feb 1600 – 1800 Sunday 26^th Feb

  Still places available.

  Move your mountaineering skills up a notch with the Outdoor Learning Service., or just have a first time go at Winter Hillwalking. The weekend includes Snow-craft skills include snowpack analysis, moving on snow and ice, crampon and ice axe use, emergency shelters and of course making snow angels. It’s a residential course based in the Northern Cairngorms. 

  (Cost £80.00 –Includes all teaching/transport /equipment & accommodation)

  For more information or to book a place please call the Outdoor Learning Service 0131 653 5217 or book online

   

   
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  Martyn Pegg 2:40 pm on January 11, 2012 Permalink
  Tags: competition ( 13 ), orienteering ( 3 ), outdoor education ( 3 ), Outdoor Learning   

  Primary School Orienteering Competition 

  East Lothian’s Primary School Orienteering Competition 2012

  Thursday 1st March 2012

   

  Please come along and have your school represented at East Lothian School’s premier Orienteering Event.

  • Entry Free to all East Lothian Primary Schools
  • Two courses – P4/5 (compete in pairs) and P6/7 (compete as individuals)
  • John Muir Country Park (map)
  • Registration open from 10am to 2pm
  • Course closes at 3pm

   

  Please give notification of numbers and approximate arrival time to Martyn mpegg@eastlothian.gov.uk as soon as possible.

  For reports on previous years orienteering competitions please click here

  The accompanying staff with the children will only be needed to supervise the children in the registration area – not any orienteering. Please be aware that this is a competition and there will be no time for teaching of basic orienteering skills during the day. All competitors must have previous orienteering experience.

  If you are a member of school staff that would like to know more about teaching orienteering in school then please book onto the Teaching Orienteering Course