The programme started at Hill House Farm near Bristol and will be followed by the first event in Scotland at Cream o’ Galloway on 3 June.
The safaris are aimed at groups of schoolchildren and Cub Scouts, the latter using the event to help them towards being awarded a Global Conservation badge sponsored by OMSCo.
Interested groups are paired up with suitable farms in their area, and the newly appointed safari leader, Finlay McLaren, will then run the event.
The safaris elevate the humble hedgerow to a thrilling route for the children, allowing the young aspiring safari rangers to stalk voles, identify insects and brush up on birdlife.
“Organic hedgerows are really important habitats and it’s great to get kids out on the farm learning all about them,” said McLaren. “I’m delighted to have been appointed to run this interactive programme that allows children to really engage with conservation issues.”
To date, 35 events are scheduled and it’s hoped that a further 30 will be completed by the end of September.
Source: OMSCo
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