Words of the Wild
Scottish Wildlife Trust
Hear how Scotland’s leading nature conservation charity is protecting and restoring wildlife across Scotland.
For 60 years, the Scottish Wildlife Trust has been taking action to protect wildlife. Join hosts Ed and Rachel to hear about the breadth of work the Trust does, from practical action on its network of over 100 wildlife reserves to engaging with communities and campaigning for better protection of Scotland’s land and sea.
For 60 years, the Scottish Wildlife Trust has been taking action to protect wildlife. Join hosts Ed and Rachel to hear about the breadth of work the Trust does, from practical action on its network of over 100 wildlife reserves to engaging with communities and campaigning for better protection of Scotland’s land and sea.
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Mar 4, 2024 • 30min
Community stories: The Isle of Eigg – How a community bought an island
In 1997, the Isle of Eigg was bought by its local community. Listen to the story of how the Isle of Eigg community is managing the space for people and wildlife. This episode was recorded as part of the Scottish Wildlife Trust’s Nextdoor Nature project, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.Production by Bespoken Media.
Mar 4, 2024 • 19min
Community stories: SOS Leith – How one community is raising its voice to clean up their river
SOS Leith, a dedicated local community group, shares their inspiring journey to restore the Waters of Leith. They discuss the transformation of industrial spaces into vibrant neighborhoods, showcasing how grassroots actions sparked a movement for change. Personal stories highlight the river's significance and community efforts to fight pollution. They also explore innovative projects like creating floating platforms to enhance water quality and biodiversity. Through collective engagement, they demonstrate the power of community in environmental stewardship.
