Dorset Projects
Tlex Hall Dig
Where? Three Legged Cross
When? Sunday 13th April 2003
What's it about? To work with local youth and the local Mencap society to enhance our entrance/drive through planting spring flowers, primarily daffodils, to engender civic pride/cooperation.
Where's it happening? Village Hall, Three Legged Cross
What will volunteers do? Plant spring flowers to improve the look of the entrance from the road.
What to wear/bring: Wear wellies. Bring a drink and gloves, and a spade/brush of you have one.
What will be provided: Water, some tools, home made cake! Supervision.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No restrictions
How many NEW volunteers required? new local volunteers wanted
Volunteer Contact: Steve Lugg (01202 820182)
Press/Media Contact: Steve Lugg (01980 618774 (day), 01202 820182 (eve))
Organised by: Three Legged Cross Village Hall
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Completed Projects
The Garden
Where? Beaminster,
When? 16 March 2003
What's it about? To clear and prepare a bog area, pumpkin patch and a tyre caterpillar.
Where's it happening? St Mary's C of E Primary School, Clay Lane, Beaminster,
What will volunteers do? All our volunteers will be helping to create the bog area including path clearance and tidy-up.
What to wear/bring: Suitable outdoor clothing. Bring own tools and materials
What will be provided: Supervision and direction
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? none
How many NEW volunteers required? None
Press/Media Contact: Judy Caen (01308 863 179)
Organised by: St Mary's C of E Primary School (The Garden)
Email: office@stmarysbeaminster.dorset.sch.uk
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Redhill Conservation
Where? Bournemouth
When? 26 February 2003
What's it about? Redhill Common has been neglected for many years and desperately needs attention before all local habitat disappears.
Where's it happening? Redhill Common, Redhill, Bournemouth
What will volunteers do? Clear gorse by cutting away and burning.
What to wear/bring: Sensible clothing and footwear, warm hats, gloves, food and drinks
What will be provided: Tools and gloves
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? No under tens and due to roads preferably no dogs
How many NEW volunteers required? 20
Volunteer Contact: Mark Miller (01202 535 140)
Press/Media Contact: Mark Miller (01202 535 140)
Organised by: 4th Bournemouth land, Sea & Air Scout Troop
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Coppicing at Garston Wood
Where? Sixpenny Handley
When? Sunday 12th January 2003
What's it about? Coppicing hazel semi-natural ancient woodland on an established 10 year rotation
Where's it happening? Garston Wood, RSPB Nature Reserve, Sixpenny Handley
What will volunteers do? Coppice hazel using bowsaws and long-handled loppers
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, waterproof clothing, strong shoes or boots
What will be provided: Gloves, tools and training
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Age range 15 - 75, no pets
How many NEW volunteers required? New volunteers always welcome!
Volunteer Contact: Tony Goddard (01725 510309)
Press/Media Contact: Tony Goddard (01722 420934 (day), 01725 510309 (eve))
Organised by: RSPB-South Wilts Group
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