Wilder Communities Resources | Devon Wildlife Trust

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Find the right help

Whether you know what actions you want to take or are still looking for inspiration, we have a range of resources to help you.

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Creating space for nature

Provide more food, water, and shelter for wildlife

From bug hotels to ponds, planting trees to building nest boxes, there's plenty you can do for wildlife in your community.

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Gardening for wildlife

Get your community buzzing with our gardening tips

Knowing what to plant to attract insects, birds, and bats will make your community a haven for wildlife.

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Go pesticide free

Let's stop spraying

Choosing natural alternatives instead of pesticides will help our struggling insects that are the foundation of nature's food web.

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Protecting your local environment

Take action to reduce pollution in your community

There are plenty of ways to protect clean water, healthy soils, clean air, by reducing waste or pollution in your community.

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Building better for nature

Engaging with local authorities

Learn how to respond to planning applications and encourage local authorities to build better for nature.

Community planting

Everything you need for a Wilder Community

Not found what you are looking for? Explore all our resources and start making your community wilder.

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Want to know how to set up a group?

Take a look at our easy to follow guide to setting up a successful community group, covering everything from how to structure a group to how to find funding.

Start your journey here

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We are here to help. The best way to get in touch is by email and we can then get back to you.

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Building a bird box © Broni Lloyd-Edwards

The Nextdoor Nature Hub

If you're looking for even more resources, head to The Nextdoor Nature Hub! On the hub you'll find lots of guides and stories to help you help nature in your neighbourhood! Why not explore the website and see what you can learn as you start your nature journey:

Explore the Nextdoor Nature Hub

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YouTube playlist

Catch up on the Wilder Communities online talks

Join the Wilder Communities team and community guest speakers as they discuss different ways to make your community wilder.

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Funding Opportunities

Fund your community project and take action for nature!

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Community Events

Get involved or learn something new at local community events!

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Wilder Diaries

Join other Wilder Communities across Devon and celebrate the journeys towards Wilder Communities.

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Hello Team Wilder

Meet the people behind Team Wilder. Find out what inspired them to get started, the challenges they faced and how they have enjoyed…

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Wilder Communities

By 2030, we want to see at least 1 in 4 people actively engaged with wildlife and we want everyone in Devon to make action for nature’s…

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The vital work we do for nature depends on the support of people who care about the future of Devon's wildlife and wild places

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