There are two award schemes running for Watch members. The Gold Award is for children 8 years and over and now there's Starlets for the under 8s. There are sticker stars to collect for completing wildlife friendly tasks like feeding the birds, growing a plant or learning more about a favourite creature. For older children the Gold Award comprises 8 badges to work for - see details below. Ask your Watch Group leader about how to start or contact Debs on 01905 754919 for a starter information pack.
Soapbox - What environmental issues drive you mad?
Have your say by giving a talk, making a poster and
campaigning to get your voice heard!
Newshound - Research and report on an environmental
story in your area. Try and get the report published in a local
newspaper or magazine.
Teamwork - Spend 18 months joining in
with your local Watch group activities.
Play an active role by helping the younger
children or planning events.
Wild Ideas - Create three pieces of nature
inspired artwork in three different formats.
Collage, paint, clay, wax - the choice is yours!
Wildlife Action - Take positive practical action for
wildlife. Why not plant a butterfly garden, make and put up
bird boxes or clean out a pond. Record what you do
with a diary or scrapbook.
Close-up - Get to know the wildlife of a local
area really well through observing and identifying
what you see. Record you findings in a nature
scrapbook, diary or perhaps an video.
Xpert - Become a specialist on a creature of your choice. Build up your expertise over 12 months through observation and research. Show your fellow wildlife watchers your skills.
Buzzword - Write a poem, story, song or play
inspired by nature. Present it to your Watch group.