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No Mow May and Let it Bloom June
Our Conservation Officer Hayley Wiswell on the importance of dandelions and other wildflowers for pollinating insects.
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Reflections on a successful year for the Cairngorms Peatland ACTION team
The Cairngorms Peatland ACTION team reflect on their personal highlights from the past year.
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Nature and neurodivergence
Anna shares her journey with neurodiversity and how connection to nature helps her navigate the world and feel truly herself.
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In conversation with: Hayley Wiswell
In conversation with Conservation Officer Hayley Wiswell about her role at the Park Authority.
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100:100 – Cairngorms youth fund marks double milestone
New £25,000 funding round launches as fund hits major milestones with £100,000 invested in 100 youth projects .
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Nurturing new aspen networks
The farms making space for aspen in the National Park.
At 4,528 sq km, the largest national park in the UK
Established by Scottish Parliament in Sep 2003
Home to 25% of the UK's rare and endangered species
Includes nine National Nature Reserves and 55 Munros
Spotlight on Cairngorms 2030
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Woodland expansion
We're increasing the number and diversity of trees across the Cairngorms National Park, creating new woodlands and helping nature to thrive.
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Cycle friendly Cairngorms
This project is improving access to cycling for communities in the Cairngorms National Park, by providing transport choices that support a shift to active travel and reduce carbon emissions through less reliance on private cars.
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Community arts and culture
Bringing together more than 100 creative practitioners living and working in the Cairngorms, from musicians to photographers, this project identifies and develops activities that create a greater connection to our landscapes and foster a sense of place.
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Cairngorms future farming
Our work with farmers to increase biodiversity, lower carbon emissions and ensure profitable and resilient businesses.
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Nature recovery
Find out more about our work with land managers to preserve and enhance the health of their land all whilst protecting traditional employment in the National Park.
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Peatland restoration
Through Cairngorms 2030 we’re restoring damaged peatlands across the National Park, boosting biodiversity in the Cairngorms.
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