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
We’re looking for a reCycle Trainee Technician to support our Bikes Back to the Community project. Read more
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
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
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
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
Our Big Give Christmas Challenge helped double the impact of donations for rainforest regeneration, outdoor learning, and wellbeing projects across Argyll. Read more
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Join us for a day of unforgettable experiences in the heart of Argyll’s stunning rainforest! Read more
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
Our May 2024 newsletter is out now, where the spotlight shines brightly on the rainforests of Argyll! Read more
We are delighted to announce that ACT has secured a substantial grant of £935,438 from the Scottish Government's Nature Restoration Fund, managed by NatureScot, to embark on an important task: the clearance of rhododendron in the Tayvallich area of Knapdale, Argyll and Bute. Read more