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  • We're Hiring: ACT Rainforest Squad Operative

    We're Hiring: ACT Rainforest Squad Operative

    New employment opportunity in Argyll's Rainforest Read more

  • Jamie Joyce achieves top-level Carbon Literacy accreditation

    Jamie Joyce achieves top-level Carbon Literacy accreditation

    Jamie Joyce, ACT Climate Manager, has been certified as a Carbon Literacy Consultant, the highest trainer status awarded by the Carbon Literacy Project, recognising his role in helping Argyll and Bute build both a low-carbon future and a climate-ready, resilient region. Read more

  • Outdoor Summer Holiday Club

    Outdoor Summer Holiday Club

    Outdoor summer holiday childcare for children aged 3–8 at MAKI Pups Outdoor Nursery, Kilmory Walled Garden, Lochgilphead. Nature-based play sessions available in July 2026. Read more

  • You never know what you might find in West Cowal’s rainforest

    You never know what you might find in West Cowal’s rainforest

    From glow-worms and slime moulds to rare lichens and fungi, volunteers are uncovering the biodiversity of West Cowal’s rainforest through a growing citizen science project. Read more

  • We're Hiring: ACT Rainforest Squad Operative
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We're Hiring: ACT Rainforest Squad Operative

We're Hiring: ACT Rainforest Squad Operative

New employment opportunity in Argyll's Rainforest Read more

Published: 7th July, 2026

Updated: 10th July, 2026

Author: Julie Young

Jamie Joyce achieves top-level Carbon Literacy accreditation

Jamie Joyce achieves top-level Carbon Literacy accreditation

Jamie Joyce, ACT Climate Manager, has been certified as a Carbon Literacy Consultant, the highest trainer status awarded by the Carbon Literacy Project, recognising his role in helping Argyll and Bute build both a low-carbon future and a climate-ready, resilient region. Read more

Published: 2nd July, 2026

Author: Julie Young

Outdoor Summer Holiday Club

Outdoor Summer Holiday Club

Outdoor summer holiday childcare for children aged 3–8 at MAKI Pups Outdoor Nursery, Kilmory Walled Garden, Lochgilphead. Nature-based play sessions available in July 2026. Read more

Published: 26th May, 2026

Author: Julie Young

You never know what you might find in West Cowal’s rainforest

You never know what you might find in West Cowal’s rainforest

From glow-worms and slime moulds to rare lichens and fungi, volunteers are uncovering the biodiversity of West Cowal’s rainforest through a growing citizen science project. Read more

Published: 22nd April, 2026

Updated: 28th May, 2026

Author: Julie Young

Celebrating five years of MAKI Pups

Celebrating five years of MAKI Pups

MAKI Pups Outdoor Nursery celebrated its fifth anniversary at Kilmory Walled Garden, marking five years of outdoor learning and support for families in Mid Argyll. Read more

Published: 2nd March, 2026

Updated: 1st April, 2026

Author: Julie Young

World’s first for Cardross Primary School as it achieves Carbon Literate Educator status

World’s first for Cardross Primary School as it achieves Carbon Literate Educator status

Cardross Primary School has become the first Primary School in the world to achieve Carbon Literate Educator status, with both staff and pupils certified. Read more

Published: 17th February, 2026

Updated: 18th February, 2026

Author: Julie Young

Rhododendron and the Rainforest

Rhododendron and the Rainforest

More than 30 people from across the west of Scotland came together at ACT’s Kilmory Hub to share learning, experiences and ideas on tackling Rhododendron ponticum and supporting the recovery of Scotland’s rainforest. Read more

Published: 7th January, 2026

Updated: 6th March, 2026

Author: Julie Young

Comments: 2

We reached our target for the Big Give Christmas Challenge

We reached our target for the Big Give Christmas Challenge

Our Big Give Christmas Challenge helped double the impact of donations for rainforest regeneration, outdoor learning, and wellbeing projects across Argyll. Read more

Published: 1st December, 2025

Updated: 6th January, 2026

Author: Julie Young

ABCAN Climate Action Fund supports 12 inspiring community projects across Argyll & Bute

ABCAN Climate Action Fund supports 12 inspiring community projects across Argyll & Bute

ABCAN are delighted to announce £11,000 of Seed Funding awarded to 12 inspiring community projects across Argyll & Bute, supporting local climate action during Scotland’s Climate Week. Read more

Published: 30th September, 2025

Updated: 27th November, 2025

Author: Julie Young

August 2025 round-up: rainforest, peatlands, and plenty of summer action

August 2025 round-up: rainforest, peatlands, and plenty of summer action

It’s been a busy few months here at ACT, with visits, new projects, events and some brilliant additions to our team. Here’s a quick round-up of what’s been happening, and what’s coming next. Read more

Published: 14th August, 2025

Updated: 20th August, 2025

Author: Julie Young

Meet Lochgilphead’s new Junior Foresters!

Meet Lochgilphead’s new Junior Foresters!

Primary 6 pupils from Lochgilphead Primary have completed the Scottish Junior Forester Award with ACT gaining hands-on woodland skills and becoming proud Forest Ambassadors. Read more

Published: 27th June, 2025

Updated: 30th June, 2025

Author: Julie Young

ACT awarded Gold Carbon Literate Organisation status

ACT awarded Gold Carbon Literate Organisation status

ACT has been awarded Gold Carbon Literate Organisation status, recognising our commitment to climate action and training over half our team to take meaningful steps towards a zero-carbon future. Read more

Published: 25th June, 2025

Updated: 30th September, 2025

Author: Julie Young

June 2025 Round-Up

June 2025 Round-Up

New opportunities, big climate news, outdoor fun and some lovely moments from our rainforest projects. Here’s a quick round-up of highlights from our June newsletter. Read more

Published: 6th June, 2025

Author: Julie Young

Meet our new trustees

Meet our new trustees

We have welcomed three new trustees to our Board, bringing a wealth of experience to support our work in nature restoration, climate action and outdoor learning across Argyll. Read more

Published: 27th May, 2025

Updated: 4th August, 2025

Author: Julie Young

Double donations, team news and rainforest updates

Double donations, team news and rainforest updates

Catch up on matched donations, new job opportunities, rainforest restoration progress and a warm welcome to our newest team member in April's newsletter. Read more

Published: 23rd April, 2025

Updated: 7th May, 2025

Author: Julie Young

Our December 2024 Newsletter

Our December 2024 Newsletter

Explore ACT's latest updates, featuring highlights from our AGM, new vacancies, reflections on a decade of progress, community-driven climate action, upcoming events like MAKI Pups Registration Week, and opportunities to support our work. Read more

Published: 6th January, 2025

Author: Julie Young

Celebrating Argyll’s rainforest communities through film and music

Celebrating Argyll’s rainforest communities through film and music

We celebrate Argyll's rainforest communities through a powerful film and original music commission, highlighting local voices, creativity, and the importance of protecting these extraordinary habitats. Read more

Published: 19th December, 2024

Updated: 4th August, 2025

Author: Julie Young

ACT Celebrates 10 Years of Impact at 2024 AGM

ACT Celebrates 10 Years of Impact at 2024 AGM

The ACT 10th Anniversary AGM brought together board members, staff, advisors, partners, and members to reflect on a decade of achievements and to chart a course for the future. Read more

Published: 17th December, 2024

Updated: 14th January, 2026

Author: Julie Young

Rainforest grows arms and legs!

Rainforest grows arms and legs!

We’re rising to the challenge of rainforest restoration from multiple angles and are thrilled to be assembling a team that’s more than up to the task! Read more

Published: 26th September, 2024

Updated: 18th March, 2025

Author: Julie Young

Argyll & Bute Climate Action Network (ABCAN) Launches First Quarterly Newsletter!

Argyll & Bute Climate Action Network (ABCAN) Launches First Quarterly Newsletter!

In this inaugural edition, readers can meet the ABCAN team and learn about their efforts to support community-led climate action. From launching new climate seed funding opportunities to providing specialised training and workshops, ABCAN is dedicated to helping Argyll & Bute work towards a Net Zero, climate-resilient future. Read more

Published: 21st August, 2024

Updated: 16th October, 2024

Author: Julie Young

Our July 2024 Newsletter Highlights

Our July 2024 Newsletter Highlights

Discover exciting new job opportunities with our Outdoor STEM, Peatland, and Rainforest teams. Plus, get updates from our outdoor nursery and join us in celebrating Branching Out and Carbon Literacy achievements! Read more

Published: 21st August, 2024

Author: Julie Young

ACT Rainforest Community Network Events

ACT Rainforest Community Network Events

Join us for a day of unforgettable experiences in the heart of Argyll’s stunning rainforest! Read more

Published: 15th August, 2024

Updated: 4th August, 2025

Author: Julie Young

ASR projects boost jobs and investment in rural communities

ASR projects boost jobs and investment in rural communities

A range of Alliance for Scotland's Rainforest projects working to restore Scotland’s threatened temperate rainforest are set to bring economic benefits to some of the country’s most rural communities. Read more

Published: 24th June, 2024

Updated: 16th October, 2024

Author: Julie Young

Our March 2024 Newsletter

Our March 2024 Newsletter

Read our March 2024 newsletter, sign up to receive future newsletters direct to your inbox and browse our newsletter archive. Read more

Published: 25th April, 2024

Updated: 10th May, 2024

Author: Julie Young

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  • We're Hiring: ACT Rainforest Squad Operative

    We're Hiring: ACT Rainforest Squad Operative

    New employment opportunity in Argyll's Rainforest

  • Jamie Joyce achieves top-level Carbon Literacy accreditation

    Jamie Joyce achieves top-level Carbon Literacy accreditation

    Jamie Joyce, ACT Climate Manager, has been certified as a Carbon Literacy Consultant, the highest trainer status awarded by the Carbon Literacy Project, recognising his role in helping Argyll and Bute build both a low-carbon future and a climate-ready, resilient region.

  • Grazing for Nature Recovery in Scotland's Rainforest

    Grazing for Nature Recovery in Scotland's Rainforest

    Rare-breed cattle and semi-wild ponies are helping Scotland's rainforest recover on the Morvern peninsula, a reminder that sometimes the answer is letting animals back in rather than fencing them out.

  • Staff Stories

    Staff Stories

    Meet the people behind our work and find out how they got here.

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  • Careers with ACT

    Careers with ACT

    Job opportunities within the ACT team

  • Pesky ponticum (part one) - what's so bad about rhododendron?

    Pesky ponticum (part one) - what's so bad about rhododendron?

    We take a look at why rhododendron is bad for biodiversity and why we are contributing to the control of rhododendron in Argyll.

  • Saving Argyll's Rainforest

    Saving Argyll's Rainforest

    Our demonstration project to save Argyll's rainforest habitat.

  • Our Staff

    Our Staff

    We have a small core team who oversee projects and the day-to-day running of ACT,  and project teams for Climate Change, Outdoor Learning and Nature Restoration.

  • Our finances

    Our finances

    Find copies of our annual accounts here.

  • MAKI Pups - ACT and Mid Argyll's first outdoor nursery

    MAKI Pups - ACT and Mid Argyll's first outdoor nursery

    ACT's outdoor nursery in Kilmory Walled Garden, Lochgilphead.

  • reCycle

    reCycle

    reCycle is a community cycling scheme based in Argyll offering free refurbished bikes, affordable bike repair and servicing, eBike maintenance, and cycle training workshops, helping people of all ages and abilities get confident on two wheels.

  • 5 places to see rainforest in Argyll

    5 places to see rainforest in Argyll

    Suggestions for rainforests to visit in Argyll.

  • ACT Argyll

    ACT Argyll

    Providing job seekers with rural and environmental skills and experience.

  • Join Us

    Join Us

    Love Argyll & the Isles like us? Become an ACT member to have your say, support our work, and make a difference.

We're Hiring: ACT Rainforest Squad Operative

We're Hiring: ACT Rainforest Squad Operative

New employment opportunity in Argyll's Rainforest Read more

Published: 7th July, 2026

Updated: 10th July, 2026

Author: Julie Young

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