TweedWATCH

Training the future generation of river guardians is an important part of the Destination Tweed project, sharing our passion for and knowledge of the river environment to educate on how to care for and enjoy the river responsibly.

The TweedWATCH education programme, delivered by Tweed Forum’s Education and Outreach Officer Jenny Holmes, has been working with schools to develop workshops that improve young people’s knowledge of and connection to the River Tweed. These workshops provide opportunities for young people to learn about the river’s special qualities, explore nature’s many health and wellbeing boosting benefits and support schools in giving back to nature, taking positive action against climate change.

TweedWATCH is led by Tweed Forum.

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Pictured at Old Melrose Estate on the River Tweed, Jenny taking a group of P1-P3 children from Liliesleaf Primary on a woodland walk down to the River Tweed. Credit: Phil Wilkinson.
ictured at Old Melrose Estate on the River Tweed, Jenny e taking a group of P1-P3 children from Liliesleaf Primary on a woodland walk down to the River Tweed.

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Actions at school, work and home

Tweed and Tributaries

Climate change and biodiversity

Healthy rivers and us

ictured at Old Melrose Estate on the River Tweed, Jenny e taking a group of P1-P3 children from Liliesleaf Primary on a woodland walk down to the River Tweed.
Education and Outreach Officer Jenny Holmes leads outdoor sessions with schools increasing their knowledge of and connection to the River Tweed. Credit: Phil Wilkinson.

Delivered at the Old Melrose Outdoor Classroom or on site at schools in the area, these workshops are a great way for children to learn about protecting the river environment, as well as boosting their wellbeing by spending time in nature.

They cover a range of topics including trees and their importance to the river, river wildlife, Invasive Non-Native Species, water pollution and climate action. Many of our sessions have also included child-led time for groups to explore the woodland or pebble shore in their own unique ways.

The TweedWATCH workshops are an experience which can boost the joy of learning and the confidence of group’s whilst exploring the outdoors.

Jenny has also worked in partnership with other Destination Tweed projects such as Pollinators Along the Tweed, led by Buglife – The Invertebrate Conservation Trust, to engage young people in the creation and protection of important pollinator habitats along the River Tweed.

Get in Touch

Would your school like to book in for a session or would you like to find out more about the TweedWATCH education programme and resources for teachers?

Contact Jenny via the form opposite or email directly jenny.holmes@tweedforum.org.

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