Our mission is to excite young people for ecology, rewilding and restoring our natural heritage. Through exploring a diversity of outdoor environments, we create opportunities for discussion and experiential learning to better engage individuals with the natural world.

Wild Rivers first canoed the River Wye in 2025 collecting data on water crowfoot; we are now returning, this time stopping at schools en route to lead workshops and discussions with students about local ecosystems and conservation topics.

The River Wye is home to abundant riparian ecosystems and native biodiversity, including otters, water voles, kingfishers, Atlantic salmon and the endangered water crowfoot. The river was also recently the focus of a landmark legal case: in April, more than 4,500 local residents, landowners and businesses launched the UK's largest ever environmental lawsuit against chicken farms polluting the watershed.

This tapestry of ecology, politics and the valley's rich cultural history make an inspiring backdrop for our expedition and educational workshops.

Any donation, large or small, is greatly appreciated! The money will not only support our expedition, but also enable us to connect with more schools and create more environmental education opportunities for local young people.

To find out more about Wild Rivers, head on over to our website!