Inspiring learning through plants. A network for plant-based educators.
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π Congratulations to BGEN member Maggie Kanska, Learning and Communities Lead @SLBotanicalInst , winner of the Robert J Jones Award in Environmental Education 2026.
Judges praised her work for combining "scientific rigour with creativity".π Well deserved!
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Last chance to join us tomorrow!
Virtual Coffee Morning with Dr Erica McAlister:
π Insects
πΏ Biodiversity
π‘ Science & innovation
π bit.ly/4dRsQ1A
#Entomology #BGEN
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Jun 11
Join a growing network of people passionate about plant & environmental education πΏAccess member resources, professional development, networking opportunities & discounted events. Learn more: bgen.org.uk/join-us/
#PlantEducation #BGEN
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Jun 9
FUN FACT:
Scientists study insects to inspire robotics, drones & sustainable innovation.
Discover more with Dr Erica McAlister at our Virtual Coffee Morning.
π bit.ly/4dRsQ1A
#Entomology #STEM #BGEN
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Jun 5
New BGEN event: Exclusive BIFoR Site Visit.
Join Dr Samantha Dobbie, current Gail Bromley Award recipient, for a behind-the-scenes visit to the BIFoR FACE facility.
π³ Guided tour π Hands-on activities
π€ Networking π Only 30 spaces available
Book now: bit.ly/4ft2ILP
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Jun 3
Applications are now open for the Gail Bromley Award 2026.
Supporting early career environmental educators through training, mentorship, networking and BGEN membership.
You do not need to be a BGEN member to apply. Applications close 30th October.
bit.ly/4u6UgWp
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Jun 2
What can insects teach us about innovation, biodiversity & the future?
Join Dr Erica McAlister for a fascinating BGEN Virtual Coffee Morning exploring the hidden impact of insects.
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17th June | 1-2pm
π bit.ly/4dRsQ1A
#Entomology #ScienceCommunication #BGEN
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May 28
New on the BGEN blog: Eve Armstrong (Marsh Award Winner 2026 for Education in Botanic Gardens) shares insights into storytelling, environmental education and connecting people with plants.
Read more π
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#BGEN #EnvironmentalEducation #Storytelling
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May 27
Meet Dr Erica McAlister!
Entomologist, author & Senior Curator at the Natural History Museum.
Join our Virtual Coffee Morning to discover how insects shape ecosystems, science & innovation.
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17th June
π bit.ly/4dRsQ1A
#Entomology #NaturalHistory #BGEN
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May 20
Join BGEN for a fascinating Virtual Coffee Morning with Dr Erica McAlister!
Discover how insects are shaping ecosystems, science & innovation through three remarkable real-world stories.
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17th June 2026
β° 1-2pm
π FREE members | Β£10 non-members
π bit.ly/4dRsQ1A
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May 19
π¨ Tomorrow!
Final chance to learn the EAST model with Kirsty Alexander.
Reserve your placeπ
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May 12
Struggling to engage audiences? π€
Learn the EAST model with Kirsty Alexander
Practical tools in 2 hours π
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May 6
Want better engagement in outdoor learning?
Learn the EAST model (Easy, Attractive, Social, Timely) with Kirsty Alexander
Practical tools real case study π
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Apr 28
π Congratulations to Eve Armstrong @TheBotanics (RBGE)
Winner of the Marsh Award for Education in Botanic Gardens 2026 πΏ
Recognising outstanding work inspiring young people to connect with plants π
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Apr 28
π± What will you learn?
- Plan outdoor sessions
- Engage audiences
- Build confidence
Join us π
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Apr 24
Sharing a project: Green (un)seen πΏ
Fascination of Plants Day (18th May 2026)
Exploring hidden stories and overlooked voices in environmental work, with the opportunity to get involved!
π artnow.global/event-details/β¦
#GreenUnseen #Sustainability
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Apr 21
Meet your speaker: Kirsty Alexander
Practical, supportive, real-world outdoor learning approaches πΏ
Join us π
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Apr 15
New BGEN training: Take It Outside
Want to feel more confident delivering outdoor learning?
Join Kirsty Alexander on 20th May for practical ideas real-world approaches you can use straight away π
bit.ly/4tb3h0T
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Apr 10
Educators. Outreach teams. Climate communicators.
This Virtual Coffee Morning is for you.
15th April | 10am
π bit.ly/4d7tQP8
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