One of the aims and objectives set out in our constitution is:
– to encourage a new generation of young conservationists and to assist and advise all members of the community and visitors in the understanding and appreciation of the ecology and traditional management techniques required to maintain and enhance wildlife habitats in a sustainable manner and to create opportunities to observe wildlife.
With this in mind, in 2018 Milford Conservation Volunteers set up a Youth Bursary to encourage interest and recognise conservation work in our younger nature lovers. The award is currently £100.
MCV are asking local people of all ages to think about wildlife, conservation, re-wildling and climate change. So we now ask you to consider what help MCV might be able to give to a young person you know, that could develop their skills, knowledge and aspirations to tackle their wildlife future.
If you know of a young person who you think fits the bill, and could benefit from the award, please send an email to [email protected] or complete the form on this page, giving full details of why you think the bursary would make a difference.
Previous Winners
| Year | Recipient | Reason for award |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Skye Edwards | A bat monitoring meter was awarded in recognition of her interest in bats and helping with surveys. |
| 2022 | Milford-on-Sea Primary Scho | A nest-box with a WiFi camera powered by a solar panel to enhance opportunities for local youngsters in wildlife studies. News Post |
| 2021 | Not Awarded | |
| 2020 | Jackson Mann | To encourage his interest in bird watching by funding replacement binoculars, after they were stolen. |
| 2019 | Daisy Scott | in recognition of her commitment to her previous year’s training, and fund her bird ringer training for one year. |
| 2018 | Daisy Scott | For her interest in birds and to fund bird ringer training for one year |