The next generation are key to advancing Cairngorms Connect’s 200-year vision and we are committed to involving young people in our work. We have highly skilled people working within the Partnership, that can share their knowledge and expertise with local young people like you who are interested in this area for your future career.

We have four types of work experience placements for young people in S4–S6 at Kingussie High School, Grantown Grammer, and Speyside High School. The four placements would involve working in Deer Management, Science and Monitoring, the Cairngorms Connect Tree Nursery, or Youth Engagement.

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If you are interested in taking part in one of our work placement opportunities, speak with your teachers who can help you apply.

We are looking for regular volunteers to help at our community tree nursery on RSPB Scotland's Abernethy Reserve.  

Tasks will vary throughout the year and are likely to include collecting and sowing seed, weeding and watering, mowing, pricking out seedlings, digging over beds, and planting trees out on the reserve.  All tools and gloves are provided.  No previous experience is necessary – just a willingness to learn and a passion for trees and the wider environment.

Find more information and sign up on the Cairngorms National Park website by clicking here.

If you have any questions, please contact the Tree Nursery manager, David, at: david.blair@cairngormsconnect.org.uk