SCOTLAND: The Big Picture

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Scottish rewilding charity. #MakingRewildingHappen for nature, climate and people.

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SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 18h

Exciting changes are happening at Torlundy Farm, a partner in our Loch Abar Mòr nature restoration partnership. All made possible by £21,480 from the #NatureRestorationFund through @highland.gov.uk, alongside £1,500 from our own Rewilding Fund. Together, we’re helping create a #NatureRichLochaber.

An aerial view shows a large, circular twig nest built at the very top of a tall pine tree in a dense forest. In the background, the landscape rises to meet massive, snow-capped mountains under an overcast sky. A text box with a white pointer pointing to the nest reads "prime osprey real estate."

A newly excavated, curved pond of brown, muddy water sits within a wooded area. The pond is surrounded by freshly dug dark mud banks, surrounded by trees. A teal text box with a white arrow pointing down toward the water reads, "new wetland habitat."

A wide green field under a partly cloudy sky, with mountains in the background. In the middle round, a straight line of post-and-wire fencing runs through the field. A green label with a white arrow pointing to the fence reads "hedgerow fencing".

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 1d

Thanks to our Northwoods Rewilding Network , nature recovery is gaining ground across 35,000 acres in Scotland. Here's a glimpse of the collective impact since 2021. 👉 Read the full results of our latest impact survey: https://scotlandbigpicture.pulse.ly/qevrje0hdf #MakingRewildingHappen

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 3d

In a new op-ed, our Rewilding Relations Officer, Hugh Webster, discusses how we might reconcile nature restoration with the growing risk of wildfires, urging a joined up approach that combines knowledge, experience and every available tool. 👉 https://scotlandbigpicture.pulse.ly/fbqy0wky8o

A firefighter in full protective gear and a bright yellow helmet stands in a pine forest, holding a hose and spraying a high-pressure jet of water onto blackened, charred ground. The forest floor is a mix of green undergrowth and burnt patches, and the trees in the background are obscured by a haze of smoke.

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 6d

Trending audio comes and goes. Nature’s soundtrack is timeless 💚

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 7d

We're incredibly grateful to all the sponsors of The #BigPictureConference - whose support makes the event possible. With hundreds of people from across the rewilding community gathering under one roof on 19 September, you'll be in good company. 🧵 1/3

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 9d

Our latest impact report captures how we drove support for rewilding last year. Film is just one way we inspire people to see the Big Picture and connect with rewilding. 👉 Explore the full report to see how we're #MakingRewildingHappen: https://scotlandbigpicture.pulse.ly/4eqjo65gdu

Poster for a documentary titled "Riverwoods: An Untold Story" with an image of a salmon underwater. Text reads: "9 countries broadcasting our feature-length documentary Riverwoods."

Aerial view of a vast, autumnal forest with mountains in the background and a loch at the centre. The overlay text reads "Painting Scotland Yellow" with a yellow leaf graphic. Below, in large white text, it reads "190,444 views of our films on YouTube and Vimeo."

A rectangular image displays a wetland and greenery, overlaid with the text "The Decoy Airfield Being Healed." Text on a blue background reads: "11 short films produced to drive support for rewilding."

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 10d

Looking to organise a study visit of your own? Whether you're a university, NGO or another organisation interested in rewilding, we create bespoke study tours tailored to your learning and professional development goals. More details here: www.scotlandbigpicture.com/tailor-made-... 🧵3/3

A man in a green shirt holds up a large, dark brown model of a red kite bird, displaying it to a group of people inside a wooden cabin/hide. Several individuals wearing jackets and backpacks sit on benches, watching the demonstration.

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 10d

Huge thanks to Izzy Jones at Denmarkfield and Tom Bowser at @argatyredkites.bsky.social Red Kites – partners in our #NorthwoodsRewildingNetwork – for hosting such an inspiring day, covering topics from wildflower meadows to regenerative farming and the role of beavers as landscape engineers. 🧵2/3

A group of people stands outdoors, gathered around a wooden sign with colourful illustrations and information. A person in a green shirt points at the sign, explaining its contents. The background features greenery and tall pink wildflowers under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 10d

Last week we welcomed 7 Landscape Architecture students from the University of Copenhagen for a bespoke Rewilding Day Out. As part of the students' week-long study trip to Scotland, they saw rewilding in practice and heard from those delivering it on the ground. 🧵1/3

A group of five people stand on a grassy bank beside a pond. Four of them, wearing casual outdoor clothing, are listening attentively to a man in a green shirt who is explaining something.

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 13d

Our Loch Abar Mòr nature restoration partnership has been awarded £108,000 from the Scottish Government’s #NatureRestorationFund, managed by @naturescot.bsky.social, to support our ‘Wee Trees Lochaber’ project – helping restore mountain woodland. 👉 Read more: https://bit.pulse.ly/qdke73lv4f

A woman in a bright pink top is crouched on a hillside under a clear blue sky, trimming branches of montane willow with pruning shears. Surrounding her is a landscape of rugged hills and sparse vegetation. Text above her reads, "A bright future for wee trees!" Logos for Nature Restoration Fund, Net Zero Scotland (Scottish Government), and Let’s Do Net Zero are at the bottom.

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 14d

Moving Earth Overshoot Day back towards the end of the year will take all of us. Our ebook #MeWilding is full of ideas to #RewildYourLife and make everyday choices that reduce your impact. Download it for free with the code MWFOC26: www.scotlandbigpicture.com/store/ebooks... 🧵3/3

Book cover with the title text: "MeWilding. Rewild Your Life. Start Small. Think Big. This is How. The title is set against a grey brick wall with illustrations of ivy and ferns in one corner.

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 14d

Today is #EarthOvershootDay – the date when we’ve used up an entire year’s worth of nature’s resources. It's been creeping earlier and earlier each year. In 1971 it fell on 29 December. In 1966 there was no such day. 🧵1/3

A serene landscape of a bog at dawn, with calm water reflecting a partly cloudy sky. The text reads, "Nature has an annual budget. And we’ve already spent it." Below, the hashtag #EarthOvershootDay is displayed.

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 15d

Our consultations about the potential return of beavers to the River Lochy catchment, held in collaboration with Loch Abar Mòr and @beavertrust.org, have finished – but there's still time to share your views via our online survey: 📝 www.lochabarmor.scot/lochaber-bea...

A man examines a tabletop display featuring informational leaflets and a taxidermy beaver posed in a swimming position about a sandy riverbed with rocks. In the background, several people stand conversing in small groups near information banners.

A woman sits at a table covered with a green cloth, displaying informational materials and a pot plant. On the left is a banner with an image of a beaver and text "Lochy Catchment Beaver Project," and on the right, a banner promoting "Loch Abar Mòr," showing people in nature with mountains and a sunset.

Person with glasses writing on a survey form at a table. The form includes various questions and checkboxes about the impact of beavers.

Two people stand in front of a large informational display titled "Beaver benefits." The display features images and text explaining how beaver dams create wetlands and help with flood and drought mitigation. The person on the left has short white hair, while the person on the right has brown hair tied up. Both appear to be reading the display.

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 16d

Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the wildfire still burning in the Cairngorms. Amidst the heartbreaking impact on people and wildlife, we’ve also seen the best of human nature. Firefighters, volunteers and local communities have worked tirelessly to help those affected. 🧵1/3

Charred landscape with blackened earth and burnt trees, smoke lingering in the air against a backdrop of hills and overcast sky. Patches of green vegetation and wildflowers remain in the foreground.

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 20d

The #BigPictureConference returns to Perth on 19 Sept. Meet the speakers exploring our theme 'Coexistence in rewilded landscapes' – unpacking how communities can navigate the opportunities and challenges of returning wildlife. Book your ticket: https://scotlandbigpicture.pulse.ly/kzfqvfdxyy

A woman with short brown hair is smiling against a brown background. Title text reads: "Chantal Lyons: Breaking ground (and rules) with wild boar." A paragraph of description text reads: "Chantal is a science communicator and author of the award-winning Groundbreakers: The Return of Britain's Wild Boar. She’ll chart the changes that boar have conjured in ecosystems and communities, and ask the question: how ready are we for wildness?"

A woman with grey hair and a friendly expression is centred against a green background. Title text reads: "Alison Maclennan - Return: 50 years with the white tailed eagle." A paragraph of description text reads: "For 35 years, Alison has dedicated herself to conserving Highland wildlife with the RSPB. She’ll draw on her experiences playing a leading role in the re-establishment of the white-tailed eagle in Scotland, exploring how communities are navigating coexistence with them again."

A woman with short, silver hair smiles against a bright yellow background. She wears a blue t-shirt with "Rewilding Europe" on it and sunglasses atop her head. Title text reads: "Amy Duthie: Living well with wildlife." Below, a paragraph of descriptive text reads "Amy is Head of Upscaling at Rewilding Europe. In this session she'll present new guidance and resources to help communities navigate the challenges and opportunities that come with returning wildlife, drawing on experience from across Europe."

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 22d

Our documentary Riverwoods is now available to watch for free on WaterBear. Narrated by Peter Capaldi, the film tells the story of Scotland’s wild salmon, the extraordinary connection between fish and forest, and why Scotland needs both. Dive in: https://waterbear.pulse.ly/eccb12krir

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 24d

A reminder that our Lochy catchment beaver consultations are underway. If you couldn't make it to this week's sessions, we're taking the conversation to Corpach and Spean Bridge this week. No booking required. Find out more 👉 https://lochabarmor.pulse.ly/oi9imafksu @beavertrust.org

Lochy catchment beaver consultations poster with a green background. It invites people to "discuss opportunities and concerns around the potential return of beavers to the River Lochy catchment." There are two events listed: Kilmallie Community Centre, Corpach on Tue 21 July from 14:00 to 19:00, and Spean Bridge Community Centre on Wed 22 July from 14:00 to 19:00. The lower section features an image of a beaver swimming and logos of Loch Abar Mòr, Scotland The Big Picture, and Beaver Trust.

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 27d

The #BigPictureConference returns to Perth Concert Hall on 19 September. Meet the speakers exploring our first theme, 'Rewilding with people and place' – sharing insights into how people, culture and community shape rewilding. Book your ticket: https://scotlandbigpicture.pulse.ly/5kyljfjeec

Two women smiling, one wearing a knitted hat and jacket, the other with long wet hair and a wetsuit. Title text reads, "Lily Steel and Lorna Farquhar: Young people changing Scotland’s seas." Beside their photos, text reads "Lorna and Lily work in seagrass restoration at Seawilding and Mossy Earth respectively. They'll share the rewards and challenges of working in marine rewilding, and highlight the need for more opportunities and fewer barriers for young people building careers in the sector."

A woman with long hair smiles warmly against a green background. Title text reads "Karen Blackport: Rewilding together in the Scottish borders" and beside the photo, text reads "Karen is the Founder of Bright Green Nature, working with communities to support rewilding across the Scottish Borders. She'll explore how collaboration and local knowledge create genuine benefits for biodiversity, livelihoods and the future of land management."

A smiling person with long blonde hair is shown against a bright yellow background. Title text reads "Mairi McFadyen: Cultural heritage, creativity and community." Beside the image, text reads: "Mairi is an ethnologist, researcher and creative practitioner working at the intersection of arts, culture and ecology. She'll make the case that nature restoration is as much about cultural heritage – placenames, traditional knowledge, music and song – as it is ecology."

A poster featuring a woman against a brown background. Title text reads: "Linzi Seivwright - Wild venison: from nature, for nature." Beside the photo, text reads: "Linzi is an ecologist, deer manager, venison micro-processor, and passionate cook. She'll discuss the important role of wild venison in conservation management of our wild places, and how it can connect people to their food, nature, and each other."

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 28d

Our flagship Rewilding Communications residential training course is now available at a new, lower price. Join us 15–19 November in the Cairngorms to build the skills to communicate rewilding with clarity and impact. 👉 https://bit.pulse.ly/tufj9jgiwx #RewildingTraining

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· 29d

In 2025, we helped commit more land and water to rewilding by working with our partners to plant trees, create wetlands, and restore habitats. Read our full 2025 Impact Report: https://scotlandbigpicture.pulse.ly/dixatollvs #MakingRewildingHappen

A field with young native trees planted in protective tubes, stretching across a green landscape under a blue sky with clouds. Text on the image reads: "54,411 native trees planted over 150 hectares (230 football pitches)."

Two people wearing orange overalls are engaged in peatland restoration, throwing mulch into the air. The landscape is a vast, open moor with distant hills under a clear blue sky. The text above reads "69 hectares of peatland restoration."

A natural landscape featuring a pebbly riverbank with a tree trunk lying in the water. In the background, hills stretch under a partly cloudy sky. Text below the image reads: "100+ large woody structures added to kickstart natural processes along 2km of the River Ossian."

A pool of water reflecting blue sky, surrounded by grassy fields and hills in the background. Text reads "70 new wetland features created across the Northwoods Rewilding Network."

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· Jul 14

Our Loch Abar Mòr nature restoration partnership has been awarded £249,568 from The National Lottery #HeritageFund to help restore nature and strengthen communities across Lochaber. A huge thanks to #NationalLottery players! More details in our press release: bit.ly/3QV1PC2

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· Jul 13

Many of us share Attenborough’s delight in butterflies – yet we remove the stinging nettles some caterpillars feed on. Leaving a small patch supports multiple species. Discover more ways to make your garden wilder in our ebook MeWilding (free with code MWFOC26): 👉 https://bit.pulse.ly/fsspidtfld

A red admiral butterfly with black, orange, and white markings is perched on white blackthorn blossom. Beside it, a quote by David Attenborough reads: "A few precious moments spent watching a stunning red admiral or peacock butterfly feeding amongst the flowers in my garden never fail to bring me great pleasure."

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· Jul 10

Over the past five years, our Rewilding Fund has distributed more than £200,000 to projects restoring nature across Scotland. It’s all made possible through our business partnerships. Interested in making rewilding your business? Find out more here: www.scotlandbigpicture.com/the-rewildin...

A red squirrel stands among vibrant purple heather. Text above reads, "£200,000 put to work for nature."

Split image. On the left, tall aspen trees with green leaves and slender trunks are shown. Below, a man in a beanie and jacket studies a map. Overlaid title text reads: "Many projects can’t happen without support." A quote attributed to David Thompkins, Laikenbuie Trust, reads: "The Rewilding Fund gave us a chance to reintroduce aspen to Laikenbuie, which is now getting established in two different areas, helping to make our woodland more diverse and resilient."
On the right, three people stand together in a grassy, hilly landscape dotted with heather under a partly cloudy sky. Above them, title text reads "Everybody wins" accompanied by a quote, attributed to James Nairne, Northwoods Project Lead: "The Rewilding Fund provides a simple, credible way to support projects that help nature bounce back, tackle climate change and create lasting value for local communities."

Two damselflies perched on a grass blade against a soft, green background. Below, white text reads: "The difference the Rewilding Fund is making," followed by bullet points: "Restoring ecosystems that are more resilient to climate change," "Boosting biodiversity to create connected, nature-rich landscapes," and "Building community value and a diverse nature-based economy." At the bottom: "Thank you to all our business and land partners who make this possible."

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· Jul 9

⏳ Just four more days to apply for this new role! We're looking for someone with strong fundraising expertise, excellent communication skills and a passion for nature to lead our work with charitable trusts and foundations. ✍️ Apply by 5pm on 13 July: https://scotlandbigpicture.pulse.ly/n2zscxu4dq

Aerial view of a mist-covered woodland with mountains in the background. Overlaid text in bold white letters reads: "WE'RE HIRING! TRUSTS AND FOUNDATIONS LEAD."

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· Jul 7

At the heart of our work is a simple goal: helping more people see The Big Picture. Here are some of the ways we drove support for rewilding in 2025. Read the full impact report here 👉 https://scotlandbigpicture.pulse.ly/hfwzvk3ffw #MakingRewildingHappen

An audience sits in rows of blue chairs facing a stage with two speakers at a table, inside a stone-walled venue. The image is bordered by a green background with text: "200+ people attended Big Picture Live events in Banchory and Edinburgh."

Group of people outdoors on a foggy day, holding shovels and tools, smiling and posing for the camera. Text above reads "8,809 people engaged with partner community events."

A group of people in winter clothing stand in a snowy forest clearing, with the sun shining brightly behind them, casting long shadows. Large text on a blue background reads "236 people attended our training courses, study tours and rewilding journeys."

A group of people engaged in conversation at a meeting. The background features a blurred presentation screen. Text on an orange background reads: "19 meetings held to build trust and understanding with groups historically wary of rewilding."

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· Jul 6

If you saw this scene on a river in the Lochy catchment, how would you feel? Communities in Lochaber are invited to a series of consultations about the potential return of beavers to the Lochy catchment – starting next week. Find your nearest session 👉 https://lochabarmor.pulse.ly/kxevhgrgl6

A group of children in colorful rain jackets observe as beavers are released from large metal and mesh cages near a body of water. One beaver is venturing out from the cage into the water.

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· Jul 3

When it comes to the heated debates around rewilding, how do we know what's true and what's not? Our latest In Focus story unpacks the psychology of why we believe what we do, and how we might get closer to understanding the truth and each other. 👀 Read the story: https://bit.pulse.ly/wkhbxjqv9p

A European badger stands on a grassy hill at night, with the orange glow of city lights in the background. The top portion of the image has a green circle with text that reads "The Big Picture In Focus."

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· Jul 2

Could this be your office? If you'd like to work in extraordinary Lochaber landscapes and play a leading role in nature recovery, you have just four more days to apply for the Nature Restoration Officer role with Loch Abar Mòr. ⏳ ✍️ https://scotlandbigpicture.pulse.ly/mjhucvoenr #NatureJobs

View across partially wooded headland and large loch. A rocky islands sprawls across the water. In the background, a range of low, tree-covered hills stretches beneath a partly cloudy sky.

Aerial view of a river with scattered rocks meanders through green forest. In the background, tall mountains rise under a clear blue sky.

Temperate rainforest featuring several moss-covered trees with twisted branches. The ground is lush with vibrant green grass, ferns, and scattered patches of mossy rocks.

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· Jul 1

As Nick Richards explains in this reel, #DeerManagement is expensive. Could the costs be met, at least partly, by growing Scotland’s wild venison market? Find out more in The Value of Venison, our latest film from The #Fiadh Project: 🎬 https://youtu.pulse.ly/c8tuakwmqx #Venison #NatureRecovery

SCOTLAND: The Big Picture@scotlandtbp· Jun 30

It’s easy to feel despondent about the loss of nature. But hearing about rewilding can genuinely change how you see things. Get your dose of fresh hope at The Big Picture Conference – 19 September at Perth Concert Hall. Details and tickets here 👉 https://scotlandbigpicture.pulse.ly/lbszkx3wnw