Wales Scouts create hundreds of bird boxes in conservation boost

Youngsters from across Wales have created hundreds of bird boxes as part of a project to inspire the next generation of conservationists.

They were created by Scouts and BASC Wales (The British Association For Shooting & Conservation) at a national camp in June.

They will be put up in gardens and community and Scout halls across Wales after they were made at the All-Wales Scout Camp 2024.

BASC Wales attended the camp to teach the youngsters about the importance of conservation and biodiversity.

Over 1,400 Scouts from across Wales attended the two-day event, which was held at the Royal Welsh Showground in Builth Wells.

BASC Wales director Steve Griffiths said the biannual event provided a great platform for young people to learn new skills.

“After receiving funding from BASC’s Legacy fund, the BASC Wales team took the opportunity to attend the camp for the first time in an effort to inspire the Scouts to become the next generation of conservationists,” he said.

“It was such a rewarding experience to be part of the All-Wales Scout Camp 2024 and engage with so many young people eager to learn about protecting and preserving our countryside.

“Judging by the number of Scouts walking round with bird boxes under their arms, it would be fair to say the future of biodiversity is safe in the hands of the next generation.”