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Young People

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From winding rivers to expansive heathland, ancient woodland to stunning coastline – the New Forest has it all.

This makes it a great place for young people to get excited about nature and learn to connect with, enjoy and care for wild places.

Explore, Learn and Get Involved

Our opportunities for young people are open to everyone, whatever your background and whether you’re taking part as an individual, with friends, as a group, or through an organisation.

From hands-on conservation activities to outdoor learning and volunteering, there are plenty of ways for young people to explore the New Forest, build new skills and connect with nature.

If you’re a teacher, youth leader or organising a visit with a group, take a look at our opportunities for schools and groups to see what’s available. Visit: opportunities for schools and groups.

Planning a Duke of Edinburgh expedition in the New Forest? You can find helpful guidance and information here: www.forestryengland.uk/new-forest-the-duke-edinburghs-award.

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Youth Portal

Use the Youth Portal to find opportunities for young people in the New Forest National Park and surrounding areas.

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Our youth offer

Our education and youth team create and lead bespoke youth programmes across the New Forest, offering a variety of experiences in the outdoors for young people.

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New Forest Junior Rangers

New Forest Junior Rangers is an opportunity for those aged 11 to 18 years old who are interested in conservation, sustainability and the natural world to make a difference in the New Forest National Park.

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New Forest Youth Board

Find out how the New Forest Youth Board is championing youth voice and making a difference for young people in the National Park.

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Volunteering for young adults

Are you aged 18-30, passionate about nature, living in or around the New Forest and keen to get some practical volunteering experience?

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New Forest Young Content Creators

Discover how the New Forest Young Content Creators scheme is supporting young creatives to champion climate and nature on social media.

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