Stepping into Nature

Opening Dorset's beautiful landscape, wildlife and culture for Dorset's older generations, including people living #dementia and their #carers. stepin2nature.org Do you know someone that might benefit? Help us make a difference! @DorsetArchives @DorsetMag

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce £248,811 support from @HeritageFundUK for our Nature Buddies Network project which will support the creation of a network of Nature Buddies across Dorset. A huge thanks to #NationalLottery players! #HeritageFund dorset-nl.org.uk/news/nature-bu…

🌿The Nature Buddies Community Access Fund is open for applications! Grants available for capital access improvements which increase accessibility to the Dorset landscape. Closes 11th Oct. Info👉 dorset-nl.org.uk/resource/commu… Thanks to the #NationalLottery #HeritageFund @HeritageFundUK

🌿We're recruiting a Stepping Into Nature Project Coordinator, to deliver the Nature Buddies Network project. A new project to remove barriers to getting outdoors & grow a network of volunteer Nature Buddies across Dorset. Closes 26th Aug. Find out more 👉 dorset-nl.org.uk/news/were-recr…

🌿 We had an unforgettable day with the Bridport Blind Club at Coppet Hill Farm! ⛺ "I have never experienced anything like this in my entire life, it was incredible" said a visitor. ♥ #FiPL #Dorset #NationalLandscapes #LoveDorset #DorsetNL #Farming #DorsetFarming

🌻 What an inspiring day at Winnow Farm with the amazing Harmony group from Bridport! 🌱💚 Lucy and Ellen’s creativity and passion left us all feeling relaxed and inspired. #MentalHealthSupport #Dorset #LoveDorset #DorsetNL #FiPL

The sun may not have been shining the last few days but the flowers were still shining bright! 🌼 #DorsetNationalLandscape #DorsetNL #SteppingintoNature #wellbeing #nature #lovedorset #dorset

🐏 We had an amazing visit at with this fabulous group of people! Everyone came away having learnt something new🌻 Thanks Hazel for showing us around your farm, an incredible opportunity that we won't forget in a hurry!

📷☀ A reminder of how simply beautiful nature is! 🧈Who remembers the 'Let's see if you like butter?' game, where you hold the Buttercup up to a friends chin and if the yellow reflects then they like butter! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

🌿 It’s Mental Health Awareness Week and it's about Moving More for our Mental Health, it can help with things like managing stress & improving sleep, mood & confidence. If you move outdoors, you'll get the benefits of nature too! #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

It's time to get moving girls! 'This Girl Can' is a campaign to empower women to find ways to enjoy fun activities outdoors. With it warming up, why not give these activities a go Park Yoga: 🌿🧘‍♀️ Health Walks: 🚶‍♀️🌞 Pedal Around Dorset: 🚴‍♀️🌅 dorset-nl.org.uk/picnic-in-the-… #thisgirlcan

🌼 Embrace the beauty of nature this May with #NoMowMay! 🦋 Join us as we let our lawns grow wild and see the magic of wildflowers bloom. #Dorset #NationalLandscapes #SteppingintoNature #wildflowers #wildlifegardening #gardening #spring

Are you looking for non-muddy walk to do this Spring? Enjoy our Beaminster History Walk that guides you through the paved back streets of Beaminster and explores the character of the town using old photos. Download the guide: dorsetaonb.org.uk/park-event/wal…

What do you love most about Spring? 🌷 #DorsetNationalLandscape #DorsetNL #Spring #Dorset #springflowers #sunshineUK #wellbeinginnature

Did you know that April comes from the Latin phrase meaning 'to open?' In our ‘Seasons of Stories: Spring’ ebook and audiobook, we celebrate the changes occurring in spring. Download it or listen free 👉 dorsetaonb.org.uk/park-event/boo… #Spring #Dorset

Psst! We've heard from the local rangers that the Bluebells are beginning to show off their full beauty! Where's your favourite place to see the Bluebells? This stunning photo was taken by Roger Race. #bluebells #dorset #dorsetnationallandscape #

⏰Time is running out -> deadline to apply is 21st April 2024. Get your thinking caps on! 📑 Find out more about the Dorset National Landscape Fund: 👉dorset-nl.org.uk/resource/dorse… #Dorset #DorsetNationalLandscape #SteppingintoNature

👀 Had to stop to take a photo of this. It's the gorgeous 'Goat willow' - we are seeing the male catkins developing from grey and furry to yellow when ripe with pollen. They are an important early source of pollen and nectar for bees and other insects.

Shadows soften the edges of the day. They flicker in the afternoon sun or grow long in the dusk 🌓 Notice the silhouettes that surround you in this moment, and how they change over the course of the day. #Dorset #SeasonsofStories #DorsetSeasons #SteppingintoNature

I got very excited to see my first Bluebell flower of 2024. Did you know almost half the world's bluebells are found in the UK – they’re relatively rare elsewhere making them even more special!

Exciting new opportunity for an artist (or collaboration of artists), to create a dynamic Sitting Space in the Dorset National Landscape. Involves the design and creation of the installation, as well as curated audience engagement. dorset-nl.org.uk/news/sitting-s…