Nature Hero Awards encourages Longford students to learn more about biodiversity

The Nature Hero Awards, proudly sponsored by Glenveagh, has today opened registrations to schools in Longford.

Nature Hero Award is a national campaign to support schools with their biodiversity goals , it aims to allow students to expand their knowledge of biodiversity and encourages action to help it locally. Those who sign up will receive a checklist of tasks they must complete to become a Nature Hero. Projects vary from ensuring outdoor learning time to hanging bird nest boxes. Tasks can be completed at your own pace between now and March 2024.

Once completed, schools are awarded a plaque to celebrate their commitment to outdoor education and biodiversity. The overall Nature Hero Award winner will also receive a plaque to mark their win, as well as a €10,000 school garden makeover. Speaking on the Nature Hero Awards, campaign ambassador Fionnuala Moran said: “I am delighted to be part of this year’s Nature Hero Awards. It is so important that we encourage children to foster a love and understanding for nature from a young age. By becoming a Nature Hero, these students are making a vital contribution to a more sustainable future.”

For schools wishing to enter, simply register via www.biodiversityinschools.com, download the checklist and start completing tasks.