Educational Resources
The following pages provide useful information for
teachers and group leaders when planning and preparing for a visit to the National
Park.
There is also advice for students of any age looking for more detailed information about the National Park.
National Park Rangers provide free educational activities to both
schools and groups. Catering for all ages and abilities the inspiring
programme provides links to a Curriculum for Excellence (pdf 38Kb)
The following are examples of activities organised by the National Park Ranger Service and how they link to topics from the National Curriculum.
They are designed primarily for Higher Geography pupils; however, they can be adapted to suit the needs of Intermediate1 and 2, and Advanced Higher courses.
- Rural Land Resources - Balmaha (pdf 140 Kb)
- Rural Land Resources - Luss (pdf 139 Kb)
Rangers also offer an outreach programme of fun, hands-on outdoor
activities and can visit your school or group in and around the
National Park.
The landscapes, habitats and communities of Loch Lomond & The
Trossachs
National Park create the
ideal outdoor classroom providing real learning experiences. Activities
are designed to promote an increased understanding of the importance of
this special place, and as a consequence, a more responsible approach
by those that visit. This will lead to the protection, enhancement and
conservation of the Special Qualities and a more sustainable National
Park. For information on a typical group visit to the National Park please click here.
Rangers support schools and groups completing John Muir Awards,
Duke of Edinburgh Awards as well as sustainable school grounds
development initiatives through Grounds for Learning and Eco-schools.
Please contact your local Ranger team for more information on how we can support you.

