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Corridor for Nature

Canals and rivers are often referred to as ‘Corridors for Nature’. They are home to hundreds of species of plants and animals. The areas around our canals and rivers provide six very different habitats.

We'd like you to think about how you could re-design an area of your garden or outside space to create a Corridor for Nature at your home. Your designs should be inspired by one or more of the canal and river habitats.

We'd love to see your final designs. Share them with us on the Explorers Facebook or Twitter pages.

Corridor for Nature Activity Plan

This plan shows how you can help children to complete the Corridor for Nature project. Use it to guide your learning at home.

Corridor for Nature Survey

Watch this short film to learn how to survey your garden or outside space.

Canal and River Habitat Cards

Read these habitat cards to learn about the six different canal and river habitats.

Corridor for Nature Survey Sheet

Use this worksheet to survey your garden and record what canal and river habitats habitats exist already, then re-design an area of your garden to improve it for wildlife.

Bird Feeder

Build this bird feeder to encourage wildlife into your garden or outside space.

Sounds of Nature

Play this game to see what sounds you can identify from the mystery soundscape. Game no.9 on the Game Slider

Last Edited: 13 August 2024