Wildlife Society
ππΌππΌπ Hi! We're Wildlife Society! ππΌππΌπ We run nature-themed events and trips in the Southampton area and all over the UK! Everyone is welcome, regardless of their degree or previous experience, all you need is a passion for wildlife. Our regular events include weekly documentary screenings, mushroom walks, pub and sober socials, as well as big trips to museums, aquariums, and wildlife parks. We primarily use Instagram to advertise, as well as the Society App. Join a relaxed, inclusive community of nature nerds! Make friends, take part in competitions and explore the world around you!
Hi there!
We run nature-themed events and trips in the Southampton area and all over the UK! All students are welcome, regardless of their degree or previous experience, all you need is a passion for wildlife. Our regular events include weekly documentary screenings, mushroom walks, pub and sober socials, as well as big trips to museums, aquariums, and wildlife parks. We primarily use Instagram to advertise, as well as the Society App.
We host a wide range of events, such as:
- Reptile Handling (with a term time handling course!)
- Bird watching
- Mushroom walks
- University Mammal Challenge
- Trips to places like Marwell Zoo, New Forest Wildlife Park, Bournemouth Oceanarium, and Crocodiles of the World
- Trips to museums like the London and Oxford Natural History Museums
- Bug pinning
- Fossil hunting
- Terrarium-making and plant swaps
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Some of our achievements so far:
- SUSU Society of the Month December 2022 - Diversity & Inclusion
- SUSU Society of the Year 2023 Nominee
- SUSU Best Event of the Year 2023 Nomiee - Reptile Handling Workshop with The Reptile Academy
Photo Gallery
The Committee
All clubs and societies within the Students' Union are run entirely by students. The student committee for Wildlife Society this year are:
Botany Rep
Entomology Rep
Herpetology Rep
Ichthyology Rep
Mammalogy Rep
Mycology Rep
Palaeontology Rep
President
Social & Welfare Officer
Treasurer
Vice President
Membership Information
These are the current membership fees offered by Wildlife Society, although many clubs and societies offer a free period for new members to try out their activities.
| Name | Cost | Valid Period | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year Membership 2023-2024 | FREE | 20/09/2023 - 30/09/2024 | Become a member of Wildlife Society to join a passionate community of wildlife lovers! You will gain access to our trips, activities, competitions, skill training days, socials, and so much more! You don't need any specialist knowledge to be a part of this society, just a love for wildlife! Free membership for 1 year - remember to renew each year |
Constitution
All SUSU clubs & societies must have a Constitution which governs how they run
Download ConstitutionHealth & Safety
All clubs & societies are required to risk assess their activity to ensure it is carried out in a safe manner for members. Current risk assessments for Wildlife Society are available to view below
- Bournemouth Oceanarium Risk Assessment 2023 (23/05/2023)
- Risk Assessment Bunfight 2023 (20/09/2023)
- 2023/2024 Generic/General Risk Assessment (22/09/2023)
- Mushroom walk (29/09/2023)
- Pumpkin Carving 23 Updated (19/10/2023)
- Bryophytes walk and talk 25/11/2023 (26/10/2023)
- New RA Bat Talk by Nik Knight 2023 (31/10/2023)
- New Bug Pinning Risk Assessment (21/11/2023)
- Reptile academy risk assessment (20/03/2024)
Upcoming Events
Check out our upcoming events below:
Tuesday 23 Apr
Nature Escape Room
Meet at B32 (Security Lodge entrance)
Wednesday 24 Apr
Wildlife Walk on The Common
Red Brick, Highfield Campus
Friday 26 Apr
Games Night with Wildlife Society
The Cube
