At ADL, our tutors aren't just about marking assignments and giving advice (though they do do a lot of that). They've got lives of their own that make them stand out as exceptional individuals even outside of the field in which they teach. This week, we take a little look at some of the extra-curricular
Ecologically minded people today are always looking to find a way to reduce their impact on the environment. With the increase in freak weather events and the problem of global warming, governments are lining up across the globe to promise that yes, they will do something. Sadly, as we've all come to realise, our global
Birdwatching is an ever popular past-time that more and more people are turning to nowadays, combining a love of nature with a healthy outdoor activity. Most countries boast vast and vibrant populations of birds and avians to delight the hobbyist in any season. From pidgeons to puffins, there's always something out there worth seeing, whether
It's the biggest country dream of them all – a bit of land and a farm all to yourself. Many people dream of leaving the rat-race of city and town life for a more laidback, idyllic existence in the country. We've already talked about entrance points into work and jobs in the country but today
At ADL we’re always keen to talk to individuals out there in the world engaged in the subject matter our courses teach. With our recent focus on environmentalism and agriculture we were delighted to have the opportunity to talk to Chris McClelland. Chris is an Australian wildlife artist driven by a passion for Africa which
With its association with an honest days work and healthy outdoor living, it’s no surprise that increasing numbers of people in today's office bound society start looking for alternative, more fulfilling lifestyles. However, giving it all up to go work on the land can be difficult, even intimidating. Fine ideas of growing your own
Water is something most of us lucky enough to be sitting in-front of our computers reading blog articles don’t really need to think too hard about. Thanks to the miracle of indoor plumbing we have tap water on demand any time we care to or, if we want to be a bit fussier in our
For the aspiring farmer or self-sufficiency enthusiast, growing vegetables is great. But wonderful as crops are, many people with a bit of land, even in towns and cities, think from time to time about raising their own livestock. Chickens are often considered the ideal candidates – they’re small, affordable and easily kept and provide an
It's high holiday season and conservation holidays have never been more popular. Instead of sunning themselves on beaches or lurching ponderously round art galleries, today's adventurous holiday goer often prefers a more hands on vacation experience. It's no wonder then that eco-tourism is booming. For those needing a definition eco-tourism is all about providing an
Local Environmentalism When it comes to conservation and environmentalism, it’s the little things that matter the most. Not everyone can make sweeping trips to a foreign jungle to rescue endangered monkeys or trawl the depths of the ocean protecting precious coral reefs. Valuable as they both are to the future of the planet, most of
Education opens doors to success windows of opportunity and in at least one case, gates to new possibilities. Such is the case with ADL success story Annabella Baker. Originally from Italy, but now living in the UK, Annabella faced a tragedy all too familiar to many when she lost her airline job during the Covid
Gardens are hard work.  Behind every immaculate lawn and carefully tended flowerbed is a never-ending struggle between nature and gardener. Of course simply leaving the garden to its own devices isn’t really an option; Untended, plants will grow freely for the whole of spring and summer and even into autumn. Worse yet, an uncared for
Some stories of educational achievement soar into the heavens. Of individuals who through hard work and toil overcame the challenges in their life to achieve. Certainly, at ADL we’ve seen and helped many individuals achieve their dreams through completing a course which helped them get a place at university or begin a new career. This,
If you’ve been in the UK over the past weekend you might have noticed you had a day off on Monday (or looked on enviously as other people had a day off). The coronation of a new monarch in Charles the Third means a new era. One that the Monarch is especially keen does not
If you’re looking for a side business or career that combines a love for fitness and a mentoring role. personal training might be for you Personal training is at it’s heart all about being able to help people live healthier, happier lives. By combining physical exercise with essential lifestyle changes like diet they help their
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