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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

New in the Sole Traders/Freelancers webinar series The claims that keep instructors awake at night 1 Dec 2026 5pm Real claims, near misses & lessons learned from the sector. FREE for IOL Members. Non IOL welcome. www.outdoor-learning.org/news-events/... #webinar #outdoorlearning #freelancers

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

The IOL endorses the aim of CLOtC to ensure every child has access to enriching real‑world learning experiences. This conference is a valuable day for to network together, whatever your role in learning outside the classroom.' - Joanne Barnett IOL CEO #outdoorlearning www.lotc.org.uk/clotc-nation...

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

What will you do for young people in the UK? Every young person deserves a chance to have an adventure away from home. High Borrans has been giving North East youngsters a chance but will close in November. High Borrans is a warning, not a headline Sign the petition @ bit.ly/4bCNUr6 #outdoorlearning

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

In the House of Commons this afternoon, Caroline Voaden, MP, launched the Outdoor Education Bill. The Bill's Second Reading will be on Friday 16th October. Follow the Bill's progress: bills.parliament.uk/bills/3919 📽️Watch: bit.ly/4yaiEcP @carolinevoadenmp.bsky.social @timfarron.bsky.social

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

@carolinevoadenmp.bsky.social Caroline Voaden MP is a Lib Dem MP for South Devon & Schools Spokesperson. Caroline has a 10-minute bill on Tues 7th July to introduce her Private Member’s Bill on the Outdoor Education Bill. 👀 parliamentlive.tv/Commons 📩 caroline.voaden.mp@parliament.uk

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

🚨 IOL Scotland 2026 Conference 🚨 Bookings are now open for the IOL Scotland 2026 Conference at SRUC Oatridge, West Lothian. 📅 30 October 2026 📍 SRUC Oatridge, West Lothian 🎟️ Early Bird tickets available 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 bit.ly/4xTHkWX #OutdoorLearning #Scotland #Conference

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Welcome to the Association of Sail Training Organisations (ASTO), our newest corporate member. ASTO is the umbrella body for Sail Training in the UK. Their membership operates more than 50 Sail Training vessels across the UK. Welcome to your Institute. 🔗 asto.org.uk #outdoorlearning

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

The Government announced on Monday that every child will have access to enriching activities to build skills and confidence, backed by a new enrichment framework for schools and colleges #outdoorlearning 🔗[Press release] bit.ly/43J00L6 🔗 [Framework] bit.ly/4epZGWA

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Don’t forget to share what you are/were doing for #NatureOutdoorsAdventureDay2026 🌿Nature, Outdoors & Adventure Day Friday 12.06.26 ⭐️Find your MP: bit.ly/4c3ovXi 📌Get on the map: www.outdoor-learning.org/voice/govern...

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

FINAL CALL FOR BOOKINGS! Today at 1pm An introduction to the charity that champions outdoor learning and supports those that work within this sector. It will help show you how to access, manage + make the most of membership benefits. www.outdoor-learning.org/news-events/... #outdoorlearning

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

🌿 Nature, Outdoors and Adventure Day on 12.06.26 🌿 A great opportunity to promote outdoor learning. Invite your MP to see what you are doing & share the benefits of your outdoor learning. 🌿 Find your MP: bit.ly/4c3ovXi 🌿 Get on the map: bit.ly/4v5YY8t 🌿 Pass it on: #NatureOutdoorsAdventureDay2026

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

🌿Reviewer of the Year 2025 Announced 🌿 Dr Samantha Friedman has been awarded The Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning Barbara Humberstone Reviewer of the Year Award for 2025. Samantha is a lecturer in Applied Psychology at the University of Edinburgh #OutdoorLearning

Dr Samantha Friedman, Lecturer in Applied Psychology at the University of Edinburgh

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

We welcome the Countryside Alliance as corporate members of the Institute. We look forward to working with them to accredit and promote Fishing for Schools, a national programme supporting young people through #angling and #outdoorlearning across the UK. www.countryside-alliance.org/fishingforsc...

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Outdoor Learning hosted a successful 'MP’s Drop-in Event' at Portcullis House on Tuesday, 24th March. Bookmark the IOL's Government Engagement page for news on the latest campaigns & Early Day Motions www.outdoor-learning.org/voice/govern...

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Deputy Head of Centre - N.Yorkshire F/T, Permanent £34,320pa - £38,480 Closes 19/4/26 With IOL Members, Marrick Priory Outdoor Education Centre outdoor-learning.org/job/DeputyHe... #outdoorlearningjobs #jobseekers

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Contact your MP on behalf of #outdoorlearning. Tim Farron MP has scheduled an Early Day Motion to keep pressure on Ministers to recognise the role of outdoor learning in improving well-being & opportunity. Ask your MP to support at bit.ly/4bdPHDs

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

The Institute has been working with members UHI North, West and Hebrides to accredit their BA (Hons) Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning course starting this September. For more info about the Degree course, see: 🔗 www.nwh.uhi.ac.uk/en/courses/b... #CourseAccreditation #OutdoorLearning

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Meet our APPG Ambassador, Nick Beighton. Nick will be sharing his personal journey with MPs at the Outdoor Learning APPG drop-in session on 24th March. Help Nick convince your MP that outdoor learning is now more important than ever. Contact your MP today. Here's how ... bit.ly/47APN5A

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

🚨The APPG for #OutdoorLearning is meeting, and we are mobilising every MP possible to attend on 24th March to understand why the provision of outdoor learning, especially for children and young people, is more important than ever. Find out more at bit.ly/47APN5A #Share

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

A legacy of our Global Outdoor Learning Day Conference was to build overseas connections. One area where this has come to fruition is in Hong Kong, where we have just published a Traditional Chinese translation of our High Quality Outdoor Learning Guide, free to download at bit.ly/4layWwd

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Outdoor Learning Youth Work Special Sector Group 24th February / 1:30 PM / Zoom Meeting REGISTER HERE us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #outdoorlearningyouthwork #youthwork #outdoorlearning

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Horizons magazine issue 112 - due any day! Look out for notifications! www.outdoor-learning.org/voice/horizo... #outdoorlearning #horizonsmag

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

18 workshops in an extended programme now on offer at the IOL NW Conference Fri 6th Feb BOOK NOW to join with us at @Brathay Ambleside for an inspiring day of sharing, learning and networking 6th February. Get the full borchure + book here www.outdoor-learning.org/news-events/... #outdoorlearning

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Join with us for an inspiring day of sharing, learning and networking at the IOL North West Annual Conference 6 Feb.2026 at Ambleside. Book + see the details + download the worskshop programme here. www.outdoor-learning.org/news-events/... #outdoorlearning

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

There ae some excellent workshops at the IOL North West Annual Conference 2026, 6 Feb, @Brathay Ambleside. Plus talks, + networking. Book + see the details + worskshop programme here. ➡️ www.outdoor-learning.org/news-events/... #outdoorlearning

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

There's time to book for this IOL webinar. Tuesday 20 Jan at 10.30am. 1 hour. FREE for Members. ➡️https://www.outdoor-learning.org/news-events/ems-event-calendar/the-tide-is-turning-imagination-is-back-outdoor-learning-from-the-authentic-children-s-perspective-in-2026-webinar.html #outdoorlearning

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Free info webinar for IOL Members. Making the most of your IOL membership - 15 January 2026 at 1pm-1.30pm You've still got time to book! ➡️https://www.outdoor-learning.org/news-events/ems-event-calendar/making-the-most-of-your-iol-membership-15jan2026.html #outdoorlearning #freewebinar

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

You've still got time to book! FREE webinar for IOL members (non members £37) tomorrow. Tuesday 13 Jan at 5pm ➡️ www.outdoor-learning.org/news-events/... #outdoorlearning #socialcare

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Seasonal Activities Instructor - Cumbria Seasonal £26,000 - £27,500pa pr Onsite accomm may be available Closes 12/1/26 www.outdoor-learning.org/job/Seasonal... With IOL Members, Lake District Calvert Trust #workoutdoors #outdoorlearningjobs #jobseekers

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

⭐ Launched today! ⭐ 13 FREE webinars for IOL Members programme for winter 2025/6 Non members also welcome. Lots of topics to engage and inform outdoor professionals. BOOK ONLINE: www.outdoor-learning.org/news-events/... (You can also download the brochure from any of the events listed)

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

Senior Instructor - East Sussex Annualised. Fixed term £26,824 - £27,254 pa pr Closes 14/12/25 www.outdoor-learning.org/job/senior-i... With IOL Members, Buzz Active #workoutdoors #outdoorlearningjobs #jobseekers

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

FINAL CALL for bookings for the Collective Knowledge Snapshot Survey – all you need to know - a FREE webinar. This evening - 4th November at 7pm Download an info pack and register here: www.outdoor-learning.org/news-events/...

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

FINAL reminder that you can still book yourself & your staff onto the online IOL International Conference at the Early Bird rate of 50% off full price for IOL members – that’s £20 for students and £30 for full members. 🔗 bit.ly/4qid8Rx 📩 institute@outdoor-learning.org

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Don't miss out on the HALF PRICE EARLY BIRD rates before they close on Oct 21st!🐦 Only £30 (IOL Members), £40 (Non IOL) for the full Conference! #outdoorlearning #outdoorlearningconference www.outdoor-learning.org/news-events/...

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 08/10/2025

Seasonal Instructor, Outdoor Education - Cumbria F/T, Seasonal, Fixed term, Subsidised accomm, £23,809.50, Closes 31/10/25 www.outdoor-learning.org/job/Seasonal... With IOL Members, YMCA Lakeside #workoutdoors #outdoorlearningjobs #jobseekers

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Outdoor Instructor (Seasonal), Pembrokeshire F/T, Seasonal £24,000 pa pr + accomm poss Closes 13/3/26 www.outdoor-learning.org/job/OutdoorI... With IOL Members, Sealyham Active Learning Centre #workoutdoors #outdoorlearningjobs #jobseekers

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Don't miss out on the EARLY BIRD rates before they close on Oct 21st!🐦 Only £30 (IOL Members), £40 (Non IOL) for the full Conference! #outdoorlearning #outdoorlearningconference www.outdoor-learning.org/news-events/...

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

Freelance Outdoor Instructors - Berkshire and/or Staffordshire Freelance £ variable Closes: open www.outdoor-learning.org/job/Freelanc... With IOL Members, Grahame Robb Associates #workoutdoors #outdoorlearningjobs #jobseekers

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

IOL International Conference 2025 (21 & 22 November) - An online event for international partnership & cultural exchange. IOL are delighted to welcome Guest Speaker Dr Pat Maher to #FollowTheSun Early bird bookings now open until 20.10.25 at 🔗 bit.ly/4mwlulc #GlobalOutdoorLearningDay

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

⏰ The clock is ticking towards the deadline for funding applications to the Adventures Away from Home fund, which closes at 10 am Friday, 26 September 2025. For Application, FAQ's and guidance, see: 🔗 www.ukyouth.org/about-us/out...

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Do you have skills, knowledge, experience, best practice, activity ideas or OL updates that you’d like to tell IOL Members about? We'd love to hear from you if you'd like to host as part of the Winter series of free #webinars Contact Fiona@outdoor-learning.org #outdoorlearning

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

Collective Knowledge Project - promoting safety. More info here: www.outdoor-learning.org/standards/sa... We have 4 free webinars for anyone who would like to know more about the project 25 Sept 7-8pm / 9 Oct 3-4pm / 21 Oct 7-8pm / 4 Nov 7-8pm Register here: www.outdoor-learning.org/news-events/...

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Field Studies Tutor - Dorset F/T, Permanent £26,716 - £31,410 Closes 28/9/25 www.outdoor-learning.org/job/FieldStu... With IOL Members, Leeson House Field Studies Centre #workoutdoors #outdoorlearningjobs #jobseekers

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Outdoor Learning Providers can apply to the Adventures Away from Home Fund from today. The aim is to give up to 30,000 young people facing significant barriers equitable access to outdoor learning. www.ukyouth.org/about-us/out... #outdoorlearning #adventuresawayfromhome #funding

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

@radiohead.wastehq.social are celebrating #GlobalOutdoorLearningDay on 21st Nov with their first UK Tour in 7 years. If you can't get tickets to the O2 on the 21st, there's always our 'Follow the Sun' International Conference instead. Scan your boarding pass for details #Radiohead2025tour

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Institute for Outdoor Learning @outdoor-learning.bsky.social · 20/08/2025

IOL AOT Conference 2025. 8-9th November 2025 at Plas y Brenin. 'Sharing practices and building perspectives’ in Outdoor Therapy. IOL and AOT Member rates. Non members are also welcome. Info + book here: bit.ly/4lxRHYT #outdoortherapy #therapyconference #therapy

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