Wild about Argyll bus enthrals primary school pupils
PUPILS from Dalmally, Park, Dunbeg, Kilninver and Easdale primary schools hopped on board the Wild about Scotland double-decker bus last week to discover the wonders of Scottish nature.
The Wild about Scotland team is travelling the length and breadth of the country, engaging children with Scotland’s amazing native wildlife and connecting children with the nature on their own doorstep.
The award-winning programme is run by the Royal Zoological Society for Scotland (RZSS) and is supported by Clydesdale Bank.
The pupils took part in interactive, fun sessions focusing on Scottish native species, their habitats and how RZSS is helping to conserve them.
Topics included the successful re-introduction of beavers to Scotland, efforts to protect the endangered Scottish wildcat, mini-beasts and how to help wildlife.
Barbara Smith, chief executive officer of RZSS, said: ‘Our Wild about Scotland bus is a great way to get people involved with conservation and protecting native wildlife. It is vital we teach and engage with young people about the abundance of native species on their doorstep and how we can help preserve them.’
Helen Page, group innovation and marketing director at Clydesdale Bank, said: ‘This helps to create a lifelong appreciation and respect for wildlife and the environment, which is a huge part of our work. RZSS makes a vital contribution to the conservation of Scotland’s wildlife, through direct preservation and its commitment to educating the public on endangered species, habitats and ecosystems.
‘Since its first trip in 2014, more than 75,000 people have experienced the Wild about Scotland bus, including more than 1,400 from Argyll and Bute.
‘We’re proud to be supporting the campaign, particularly as the bus gives communities the chance to engage with experts from RZSS on Scottish conservation.’
To find out which schools and ve nues the bus is visiting or to book a visit to your local primary school, visit www.cbonline.co.uk/wildaboutscotland