Catherine Leatherland
@catherine-l.bsky.social
Discovery, Learning and Engagement Officer at PKCT. Love exploring, learning and sharing. Conservation, wildlife watching, environmental education 😊 🦔 🐳 📚 🎭 🌳 🥾
Ready for a day of Autumn Fun events at Kinnoull Hill! A little bit of rain won’t stop us - can’t wait to see everyone! 🍂 😊
#autumnfun #holidays #perth
@pkcountryside.bsky.social
#autumnfun #holidays #perth
@pkcountryside.bsky.social
October 21, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Ready for a day of Autumn Fun events at Kinnoull Hill! A little bit of rain won’t stop us - can’t wait to see everyone! 🍂 😊
#autumnfun #holidays #perth
@pkcountryside.bsky.social
#autumnfun #holidays #perth
@pkcountryside.bsky.social
Great discussion on This Morning, on the importance of outdoor learning, while acknowledging we need to support teachers rather than criticise, & that different children will thrive in different settings. Something we champion at work😊 @pkcountryside.bsky.social @thismorningitv.bsky.social
September 29, 2025 at 10:21 AM
Great discussion on This Morning, on the importance of outdoor learning, while acknowledging we need to support teachers rather than criticise, & that different children will thrive in different settings. Something we champion at work😊 @pkcountryside.bsky.social @thismorningitv.bsky.social
Saw some beautiful Red Admirals at Loch Leven today. Also - the pinkies are back! 😊 🦋 🪿 #lochleven #autumn @rspbscotland.bsky.social
September 19, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Saw some beautiful Red Admirals at Loch Leven today. Also - the pinkies are back! 😊 🦋 🪿 #lochleven #autumn @rspbscotland.bsky.social
Reposted by Catherine Leatherland
North Lanarkshire Councillors this week rejected the latest "Europark" planning application which would have destroyed and fragmented ancient woodland in the greenbelt near Coatbridge.
We have been fighting this scheme in its various guises since 2018. 🧵 1/2
We have been fighting this scheme in its various guises since 2018. 🧵 1/2
June 13, 2025 at 2:30 PM
North Lanarkshire Councillors this week rejected the latest "Europark" planning application which would have destroyed and fragmented ancient woodland in the greenbelt near Coatbridge.
We have been fighting this scheme in its various guises since 2018. 🧵 1/2
We have been fighting this scheme in its various guises since 2018. 🧵 1/2
Reposted by Catherine Leatherland
The UK may ban #bottomtrawling within some additional #MarineProtectedAreas. After years of pressure, change could finally be coming. We’ve campaigned hard for this, we really hope the #UKgovernment will do the right thing. Find out more about this potential turning point here: tinyurl.com/k5banvpy
June 9, 2025 at 2:38 PM
The UK may ban #bottomtrawling within some additional #MarineProtectedAreas. After years of pressure, change could finally be coming. We’ve campaigned hard for this, we really hope the #UKgovernment will do the right thing. Find out more about this potential turning point here: tinyurl.com/k5banvpy
Had a brilliant time in John O’Groats last weekend. Included a visit to the newly re-opened John O’Groats Mill! One of Scotland’s last working water mills- lots of local history. We were lucky to get some extra info from Ronald too! Can highly recommend 😊 #johnogroats #scotland
June 7, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Had a brilliant time in John O’Groats last weekend. Included a visit to the newly re-opened John O’Groats Mill! One of Scotland’s last working water mills- lots of local history. We were lucky to get some extra info from Ronald too! Can highly recommend 😊 #johnogroats #scotland
We are looking for new members of our Youth Council at Perth and Kinross Countryside Trust! Share your views, make sure young people are heard, and gain new experiences.
Find out more and contact us to apply: www.pkct.org/youthcouncil
#volunteersweek #youthwork #conservation #countryside
Find out more and contact us to apply: www.pkct.org/youthcouncil
#volunteersweek #youthwork #conservation #countryside
PKCT's Youth Council
PKCT's Youth Council is made up of a team of young volunteers age 12-18 - find out more, and apply to join!
www.pkct.org
June 4, 2025 at 12:51 PM
We are looking for new members of our Youth Council at Perth and Kinross Countryside Trust! Share your views, make sure young people are heard, and gain new experiences.
Find out more and contact us to apply: www.pkct.org/youthcouncil
#volunteersweek #youthwork #conservation #countryside
Find out more and contact us to apply: www.pkct.org/youthcouncil
#volunteersweek #youthwork #conservation #countryside
Reposted by Catherine Leatherland
Brilliant news! At last, confirmation that the Govt *will* go ahead with the #NaturalHistoryGCSE 🎉 We have to get to know our fellow travellers on this planet again. Young people who know & love nature are far more likely to protect & restore it - as well as enjoying better physical & mental health
Department for Education confirms launch of natural history GCSE
Campaigners have been calling for the qualification for years but plan stalled despite a curriculum being drawn up
www.theguardian.com
March 21, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Brilliant news! At last, confirmation that the Govt *will* go ahead with the #NaturalHistoryGCSE 🎉 We have to get to know our fellow travellers on this planet again. Young people who know & love nature are far more likely to protect & restore it - as well as enjoying better physical & mental health
Reposted by Catherine Leatherland
JUST IN: Earth had its 3rd-warmest February on record.
The globe saw its smallest February sea ice coverage in 47 years.
More: ncei.noaa.gov/news/global-climate-202502
@climate.noaa.gov
The globe saw its smallest February sea ice coverage in 47 years.
More: ncei.noaa.gov/news/global-climate-202502
@climate.noaa.gov
March 12, 2025 at 3:24 PM
JUST IN: Earth had its 3rd-warmest February on record.
The globe saw its smallest February sea ice coverage in 47 years.
More: ncei.noaa.gov/news/global-climate-202502
@climate.noaa.gov
The globe saw its smallest February sea ice coverage in 47 years.
More: ncei.noaa.gov/news/global-climate-202502
@climate.noaa.gov
Absolutely loved the A Whole New World of Alan Menken concert last night! He explained people tell him he "wrote the soundtrack to their childhood" well it's true for me too. From the Little Mermaid to Little Shop, Newsies & Sister Act - it's just a joy to hear it all. 😊 🎶 🎭
#alanmenken
#alanmenken
March 10, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Absolutely loved the A Whole New World of Alan Menken concert last night! He explained people tell him he "wrote the soundtrack to their childhood" well it's true for me too. From the Little Mermaid to Little Shop, Newsies & Sister Act - it's just a joy to hear it all. 😊 🎶 🎭
#alanmenken
#alanmenken
Reposted by Catherine Leatherland
BREAKING: Prime Minister Keir Starmer has spoken to both President Trump & President Zelenskyy tonight
No 10 said: “The Prime Minister retains unwavering support for Ukraine, and is doing all he can to find a path forward to a lasting peace based on sovereignty and security for Ukraine” 👏
No 10 said: “The Prime Minister retains unwavering support for Ukraine, and is doing all he can to find a path forward to a lasting peace based on sovereignty and security for Ukraine” 👏
February 28, 2025 at 10:23 PM
BREAKING: Prime Minister Keir Starmer has spoken to both President Trump & President Zelenskyy tonight
No 10 said: “The Prime Minister retains unwavering support for Ukraine, and is doing all he can to find a path forward to a lasting peace based on sovereignty and security for Ukraine” 👏
No 10 said: “The Prime Minister retains unwavering support for Ukraine, and is doing all he can to find a path forward to a lasting peace based on sovereignty and security for Ukraine” 👏
Reposted by Catherine Leatherland
Whales CANNOT swallow people! A #kayaker was not "swallowed" by a #humpbackwhale, it’s physically impossible! Their throat is only the size of a human fist. Glad to hear the kayaker is safe! 👉 tinyurl.com/urhzdzjb
Watch the moment a humpback whale scoops up a kayaker
A humpback whale briefly scooped a kayaker off the southern coast of Chile on Feb. 8 before releasing him unharmed.
www.washingtonpost.com
February 18, 2025 at 2:55 PM
Whales CANNOT swallow people! A #kayaker was not "swallowed" by a #humpbackwhale, it’s physically impossible! Their throat is only the size of a human fist. Glad to hear the kayaker is safe! 👉 tinyurl.com/urhzdzjb
Reposted by Catherine Leatherland
February 14, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Very proud of this project - coming to the end of the 3rd year and it just brings so many opportunities and smiles and is great for the planet too 💚 😊 #ATreeForEveryChild #education #conservation @pkcountryside.bsky.social
February 14, 2025 at 10:04 AM
Very proud of this project - coming to the end of the 3rd year and it just brings so many opportunities and smiles and is great for the planet too 💚 😊 #ATreeForEveryChild #education #conservation @pkcountryside.bsky.social
Reposted by Catherine Leatherland
The walk from the centre of Perth up to Kinnoull Hill and its tower was one of many we were out updating in the area last week. I can never resist snapping another shot here - incredible that this view is so accessible on foot from a city/town centre.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/perthshire/k...
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/perthshire/k...
February 3, 2025 at 1:52 PM
The walk from the centre of Perth up to Kinnoull Hill and its tower was one of many we were out updating in the area last week. I can never resist snapping another shot here - incredible that this view is so accessible on foot from a city/town centre.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/perthshire/k...
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/perthshire/k...
Reposted by Catherine Leatherland
View from the Scone circular route today looking over Perth towards the snowy peaks of the Trossachs.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/perthshire/s...
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/perthshire/s...
January 30, 2025 at 12:26 PM
View from the Scone circular route today looking over Perth towards the snowy peaks of the Trossachs.
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/perthshire/s...
www.walkhighlands.co.uk/perthshire/s...
Reposted by Catherine Leatherland
Calling all aspiring walk leaders! 📢
We're pleased to share an exciting opportunity to join the Walk Together Pathway, a fully-funded programme for people from the Global Majority to access walk leadership training.
➡️ Walk Together Pathway info: bit.ly/4jtK6Lr
➡️ Apply by Mon 10 Feb: bit.ly/3Ec4dO1
We're pleased to share an exciting opportunity to join the Walk Together Pathway, a fully-funded programme for people from the Global Majority to access walk leadership training.
➡️ Walk Together Pathway info: bit.ly/4jtK6Lr
➡️ Apply by Mon 10 Feb: bit.ly/3Ec4dO1
January 29, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Calling all aspiring walk leaders! 📢
We're pleased to share an exciting opportunity to join the Walk Together Pathway, a fully-funded programme for people from the Global Majority to access walk leadership training.
➡️ Walk Together Pathway info: bit.ly/4jtK6Lr
➡️ Apply by Mon 10 Feb: bit.ly/3Ec4dO1
We're pleased to share an exciting opportunity to join the Walk Together Pathway, a fully-funded programme for people from the Global Majority to access walk leadership training.
➡️ Walk Together Pathway info: bit.ly/4jtK6Lr
➡️ Apply by Mon 10 Feb: bit.ly/3Ec4dO1
The planet is our foundations - break it and there’s no point trying to build anything; it’ll all just fall apart.
Bats and Newts deserve protection; they’re also connected to everything else. Nature needs protecting. We need houses yes - but not at the expense of wildlife. 🤦♀️
#RachelReeves
Bats and Newts deserve protection; they’re also connected to everything else. Nature needs protecting. We need houses yes - but not at the expense of wildlife. 🤦♀️
#RachelReeves
Stop worrying about bats and newts? No Rachel Reeves MP – start worrying about the future of our economy if we tear down the nature it depends on.
Nature isn’t a blocker; it’s the foundation of growth.
Nature isn’t a blocker; it’s the foundation of growth.
January 29, 2025 at 10:13 PM
The planet is our foundations - break it and there’s no point trying to build anything; it’ll all just fall apart.
Bats and Newts deserve protection; they’re also connected to everything else. Nature needs protecting. We need houses yes - but not at the expense of wildlife. 🤦♀️
#RachelReeves
Bats and Newts deserve protection; they’re also connected to everything else. Nature needs protecting. We need houses yes - but not at the expense of wildlife. 🤦♀️
#RachelReeves
Reposted by Catherine Leatherland
The final #Winterwatch of this year's series already!!!
only 4 episodes this series! Why not usual 2 weeks of shows 🥴 need full 2 weeks format back @BBC
Also need #Autumnwatch back not just short clips in bbc1 the one show in autumn!
only 4 episodes this series! Why not usual 2 weeks of shows 🥴 need full 2 weeks format back @BBC
Also need #Autumnwatch back not just short clips in bbc1 the one show in autumn!
January 24, 2025 at 8:15 PM
The final #Winterwatch of this year's series already!!!
only 4 episodes this series! Why not usual 2 weeks of shows 🥴 need full 2 weeks format back @BBC
Also need #Autumnwatch back not just short clips in bbc1 the one show in autumn!
only 4 episodes this series! Why not usual 2 weeks of shows 🥴 need full 2 weeks format back @BBC
Also need #Autumnwatch back not just short clips in bbc1 the one show in autumn!
Whale on a stick is my favourite prop yet 😂 🐋 #winterwatch
January 23, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Whale on a stick is my favourite prop yet 😂 🐋 #winterwatch
Reposted by Catherine Leatherland
Dream of working with whales & dolphins? Our Scottish Dolphin Centre is seeking Residential Volunteer Guides in Spey Bay!
✅ Gain #marine #conservation experience
✅ Inspire visitors about our #oceans
✅ Live by the stunning #Scottish coast
✅Accommodation provided
Apply now: 👇
✅ Gain #marine #conservation experience
✅ Inspire visitors about our #oceans
✅ Live by the stunning #Scottish coast
✅Accommodation provided
Apply now: 👇
Scottish Dolphin Centre Residential volunteer and guide
WDC is looking for a communications officer to join our UK campaigns and communications team based in Chippenham, Wiltshire.
uk.whales.org
January 8, 2025 at 11:17 AM
Dream of working with whales & dolphins? Our Scottish Dolphin Centre is seeking Residential Volunteer Guides in Spey Bay!
✅ Gain #marine #conservation experience
✅ Inspire visitors about our #oceans
✅ Live by the stunning #Scottish coast
✅Accommodation provided
Apply now: 👇
✅ Gain #marine #conservation experience
✅ Inspire visitors about our #oceans
✅ Live by the stunning #Scottish coast
✅Accommodation provided
Apply now: 👇
Reposted by Catherine Leatherland
Winterwatch has arrived!
We are bringing you the very best of winter wildlife 💙❄️
Tune in Tuesday 21 to Friday 24 January at 8pm on BBC Two or BBC Player for #Winterwatch 📺
#Wildlife #Nature #BBCWinterwatch
We are bringing you the very best of winter wildlife 💙❄️
Tune in Tuesday 21 to Friday 24 January at 8pm on BBC Two or BBC Player for #Winterwatch 📺
#Wildlife #Nature #BBCWinterwatch
January 21, 2025 at 8:32 PM
Winterwatch has arrived!
We are bringing you the very best of winter wildlife 💙❄️
Tune in Tuesday 21 to Friday 24 January at 8pm on BBC Two or BBC Player for #Winterwatch 📺
#Wildlife #Nature #BBCWinterwatch
We are bringing you the very best of winter wildlife 💙❄️
Tune in Tuesday 21 to Friday 24 January at 8pm on BBC Two or BBC Player for #Winterwatch 📺
#Wildlife #Nature #BBCWinterwatch