pond-dipping
Yorkshire and Humber - local nature and wildlife activities
Take part in mini-beast hunts, photography
exhibitions, identification courses and more
We are working with communities across the Yorkshire and Humberside region, organising a range of environmental activities that are open to everyone. Visit our dedicated website to find out more.
Exploring local environments: Activity days, pond-dipping, mini-beast hunting, food forays, nature walks, photography exhibitions and more.
Nature identification courses: Learn to identify the wildlife in your area. Our courses are free and run in partnership with the Yorkshire Naturalists Union and BTCV.
National surveys: Take part in the OPAL national surveys on soil, air, biodiversity, water and climate.
Mapping: Help to map your local environment, past and present, and explore how it has changed over time.
Get involved
Get in touch to find out about events we are running, or visit our dedicated website.
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Upcoming events
Saturday 21 April, 2012: Earthworm ID course, Malham Tarn, Yorkshire Dales
A one-day course where you can learn all about earthworms and how to identify them. If you've already taken part in the soil and earthworm survey, this is the perfect next step.
Course is led by Dr David Jones, an entomologist at the Natural History Museum, London.
Contact us: opalproject@york.ac.uk
OPAL Yorkshire and Humber is led by the University of York.
York and Humber partners: Stockholm Environment Institute, Yorkshire Naturalists Union, BTCV