Landcare Trivia Night
A fun, engaging community trivia night celebrating Landcare achievements and nature knowledge.
Capacity building - LEP_13_LLCTRLA2
The issue
Our group identified a need to bring members together in a relaxed, social setting that also helped strengthen environmental knowledge and encourage new participation. After a busy year of projects and events, we wanted an activity that both celebrated our achievements and fostered a stronger sense of connection within the Landcare community. We also hoped to engage new people who were curious about Landcare but had not yet attended an event.
The solution
We organised a Landcare-themed Trivia Night tailored to nature, biodiversity, local species, and our own TRLA projects. The event was promoted through our networks and open to both members and the wider community. Questions were designed to be fun, educational, and conversation-starting. We used low-cost resources to keep the event accessible. The night created a welcoming, informal atmosphere where people could learn, laugh, and connect.
The impact
The Trivia Night attracted 48 participants, including existing members and new community faces, making it one of our strongest social engagement activities of the year. It boosted awareness of local environmental issues, celebrated our collective achievements, and strengthened relationships across the Landcare network. Attendees reported feeling more connected and more confident in their nature knowledge. Several new participants expressed interest in joining future Landcare activities, demonstrating the event’s success as a community-building and capacity-building tool.
Learnings
The themed trivia format worked extremely well as a way to blend education with fun. It encouraged participation from people who may not usually attend workshops or field days. Ensuring a good mix of easy and challenging questions helped keep the night enjoyable for all ages. In future, we could include a short “Landcare update” segment or display information about upcoming projects to further increase engagement and volunteer interest.
Key facts
- 48 attendees
- Mix of existing members and new community participants
- Trivia themed around Landcare, nature, and biodiversity
- Strengthened community connection and environmental awareness
- Low-cost, high-engagement event
- Led to interest from new volunteers and participants