Beavering away to know more about the Environment…

Charnwood Borough Council and local Beaver Colonies across the borough have been learning more about the environment in a fun and interactive way. Since October 2009 six Beaver Colonies have enjoyed an evening of games, competitions and information related to recycling and waste minimisation. The sessions get the groups thinking about important issues in an interesting way and consider ways they can help reduce waste and recycle more. The evening sessions have been very well received by the groups who have surprised many people with their knowledge and the measures they take at home and school to do their bit.Sandy Taylor, Assistant County Commissioner for the Beavers in Leicestershire County said: “These sessions are great. All the beavers have an amazing time, and it also goes towards their badge work. It’s great to see so many little faces, learning about something we all have control in and there is even a treat for them at the end of the session, with a bag of goodies for them to take home”.News of the success of sessions has spread and increasing numbers of Beaver leaders are getting in touch with Charnwood Borough Council officers. Chris Traill, Director of Leisure and Environment at Charnwood Borough Council said:“This is another great example of working with external groups and getting young people in to good habits in relation to important issues such as waste minimisation and recycling in a fun way.”  If any groups are interested in running similar sessions, please contact Victoria Brackenbury, Waste Education Officer on: 01509 634764 or e-mail: victoria.brackenbury@charnwood.gov.uk.