Working together for climate, nature and our local communities
MAC-CAN brings people, groups and ideas together to support practical local action that protects and improves our environment through education, collaboration and community projects.
Supporting climate action across the Machars & Cree Valley since 2020
Four principles underpin our activity:
We love to share information and stories about activities happening in and around the area, promoting those organisations and events that best serve our community in tackling different aspects of the climate and ecological crises.
We actively build our network with many organisations locally and beyond, to share learning and grow ideas. We see ourselves as an action-focused ‘work net’, collaborating in events with organisations throughout the DG8 area of Galloway.
We support our members with advice, information, equipment, and thrifty funding so that they can organise and run activities that matter to them and fit with our goals. From clothes swaps, apple days, litter picks and the no-dig Croft and workshop in Whithorn.
Through our meetings, practical activities, social events, and social media, we celebrate the achievements of our members and local community in their work towards resilience and flourishing, working together to make a positive difference.
Already involved in something locally or starting something new?
MAC-CAN supports existing projects and helps people develop new ideas that benefit climate, biodiversity and the local community.
Join Our Network
Explore local activities and find opportunities to take part.
Learn & Connect
Follow news, events and opportunities across the network.
What’s happening this week:
The Croft
Wild Open Gardens 2026 – Whithorn
Get involved ~ become a member
Whether you want to join an existing project, develop a new idea, or connect with others making a difference, MAC-CAN can help bring people together and turn ideas into action. You do not need experience — just interest, ideas or enthusiasm.
Anyone who lives or works in the DG8 postcode area of Galloway can join us as a MAC-CAN member. Members are all entitled to vote at the AGM, put themselves or others forward as trustees. You will receive copies of our quarterly newsletter and invitations to events. Membership is free of charge. If you would like to join a friendly group who care about the environment and want to take action to make a positive difference to the local community, MAC-CAN is for you!
