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John Muir Award turns 21

A huge thank you to everyone who has contributed to the success of the John Muir Award over the past 21 years - help us celebrate here

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Award origins

Read how a John Muir Trust pilot project transformed into something that has touched hundreds and thousands of people of all ages and walks of life, across the UK, in our commemorative Journal article.

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21st anniversary celebrations

On 26 February 1997 Environment Minister Lord Lindsay officially launched the John Muir Award at the Dunbar Leisure Centre. Watch our short film of the John Muir Award’s 21st Birthday celebrations – including footage from John Muir's Birthplace, Dunbar beach, and Dunbar Leisure Centre. Share your John Muir Award stories and memories on social media using #JohnMuirAward21

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People who make it happen

Some of our hard working, creative and passionate Providers share stories of what the John Muir Award means to them. Get in touch if you would like to contribute your story.

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Help us keep the John Muir Award afloat

We need your help to ensure that thousands more will have the chance to Discover, Explore, Conserve and Share their love of nature in the future - find out more about the John Muir Award Fund.