If you lead a group for children - whether it be Beavers, Brownies or other out-of-school group - we would be happy to arrange a visit to Lower Smite Farm or a nature reserve local to you.
Our staff and volunteers are able to offer educational and discovery sessions for your groups, depending on availability.
We have a minimum charge of £60 per hour, with a £30 per hour charge thereafter (mileage to other locations and travelling time will be charged on top of this).
The following programmes are designed to take place at Lower Smite Farm but they are adaptable to other locations including nature reserves or other venue of your choice.
If you're interested in finding out more about the programmes or our availability call Debs on 01905 754919 or email her at debs@worcestershirewildlifetrust.org
Waterworld (1 hour session)
Pond Dipping - a short introduction to the pond and equipment followed by 30 minutes at the pond. Clean up and follow up such as constructing a piece of pond creature jewellery or making a bug ID dial.
Nature Detectives (90 minutes minimum)
A short presentation on looking for evidence. Take a tour of the farm looking for clues and animals. Follow up with work on a food chain and making a food chain owl.
Minibeasting (1 hour session)
Start with a game to help the group identify creatures then visit the woods and orchard to look for creatures using sweep nets, beat trays and magnifier pots. Learn about colour and camouflage.
This session can be extended to 90 minutes by making insect jewellery or lifecycle wheel.
Survival Shelters (1 hour or 90 minute session)
Shelter building in the woods using logs and vegetation - test the shelters against wild animals and bad weather.
Team Challenges (1 hour session)
Physical and mental problems involving teamwork to reach a solution. (children work in groups of approx 4)
Can be combined with shelters to make a 2 hour session.