Did you know that scientists often struggle to find male woodlice, that male trees can turn female, or that many birds partner up into same-sex couples? ‘Queer Ecology’ aims to challenge what we think of as being ‘natural’ or ‘unnatural’ and explores the diversity of life in the natural world.
Join BTO Youth Representative Raul and Entomology specialist, Ecologist and Nature Guide Connor Butler at the Ealing Beaver Project site for a guided nature walk, to explore the diverse and unusual lifecycles found in the 'unnatural' plants and animals right outside your doorstep. You’ll learn how to use a hand lens to identify common species of plants and invertebrates and gain a new fascination with the natural world. This gentle tour invites all curious minds interested in meeting others, learning identification skills, and seeing nature from a new perspective.
This event is free and open to 12-25 year olds. Please only book ticket(s) for young people.
The event is designed to be friendly and accessible for beginners, so no prior knowledge or equipment is needed.
Under 18s:
Under 18s must complete and send a consent form to youth@bto.org prior to the event. Please avoid booking tickets for parents / guardians*, unless accompaniment is required. If so, let us know upon booking. *Parents do not need to remain on site; children can be dropped off and collected afterwards.
Accessibility:
The Ealing Beaver Project site is wheelchair accessible and there will be frequent stops on the walk. There are no toilet facilities on site. The nearest toilets can be found in McDonald’s close to the site entrance.
If you have any accessibility requirements, please let us know when booking so we can make appropriate arrangements.
What to bring:
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A curious mind
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Appropriate-weather clothing and footwear
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Water (and a snack if you’d like one)
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Binoculars (optional, but not essential)
About BTO Youth events:
BTO Youth events are designed to help young people connect with nature, develop wildlife skills and meet others with similar interests. Many events are led by our Youth Representatives - young volunteers who organise local activities to help others get involved in birdwatching and nature.
This event is run with the support of BTO. If you have any questions, please email youth@bto.org.