BIOASIS closes
Outdoor learning provider, The Bioasis has announced that it has ceased trading with immediate effect.
Founded in 2022, The Bioasis provided school groups and individuals the opportunity to immerse themselves in 1,200 acres of Devonshire wilderness where they could learn bushcraft skills and take part in conservation activities such as removing invasive plants species, testing water quality and removing plastics from the environment.
The location of The Bioasis was a closely guarded secret and part of the experience was navigating to base camp from a drop off point. Participants travelling on foot and by canoe and spent their evenings around the campfire, enjoying a precious break from ‘normal life’.
Adrian Ferraro, Founder of The Bioasis says:
“Over the past five years, we have rewilded more than 1200 young people, teachers and business leaders; planted 3000+ trees, removed over 2 tonnes of plastic from the salt marshes and cleared acres of invasive species from ancient woodland.
“We have challenged people to think differently about our future and changed the course of many lives. Yet sadly, in today’s economic climate, our business cannot continue.
“We are acutely aware that our insolvency creates a massive headache for schools who have booked trips with us this summer, and we are desperately sorry to let down those young people who were excited about their adventures with us. Unfortunately this is only course of action available to us.
“We would like to thank all our clients over the years and wider community who saw something important in our vision and have supported us.”
Jake Wiid, Director at EVOLVE Advice says:
“It is always sad when educational visits providers close their doors. What The Bioasis was offering was unique in the sector and the team was committed to educating the next generation about their responsibilities in caring for our planet.
“I want to thank The Bioasis team for supporting the EVC Magazine through thought provoking articles, as well as providing offers to EVOLVE Advice schools. I wish Adrian and the whole team the best for the future.”
Schools who have booked with The Bioasis will be contacted by the appointed receivers. Information will be provided at https://www.thebioasis.com/
From the archives - read articles from The Bioasis
📖 Make the nature connection. Autumn/Winter 2025-26, p.38