Youth Action

Sussex Wildlife Trust is passionate about connecting the next generation with our county’s amazing wildlife as well as providing opportunities for young people to learn essential skills for careers in conservation. We want to tackle barriers which limit engagement with the natural world, by providing free, accessible, and fun events.

For information about our Youth Forum (16 - 25 years) please see this link: SWT Youth Forum

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Youth Rangers Brighton

Get involved in Sussex Wildlife Trust's youth-led nature reserve project for 16-25-year-olds in Brighton

Youth Rangers

16-25-year-olds can join in with our weekly conservation groups in Crawley and Rye Harbour

Youth Action events

Sussex Youth in Nature, an events programme for young people from Sussex Wildlife Trust. These are free and accessible events and workshops for 16-25-year-olds based at various locations across Sussex.

Wildlife Rangers

12-16-year-olds can join in with our conservation work for wildlife during the school holidays. Groups in Crawley and Rye Harbour.

Fledgling Rangers

Our Fledgling Rangers programme takes place from January-April and is suitable for 12-16-year-olds

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