Fife Projects

Shieldhill Spring Clean
Where? Falkirk
When? Saturday 12th April 2003
What's it about? To remove litter & rubbish which has accumulated in the village over the past few months. Our first 'spring clean' happened last year, when we collected 4 lorry loads of rubbish!
Where's it happening? Shieldhill, Falkirk
What will volunteers do? Pick up litter and rubbish to improve the visual appearance of the village.
What to wear/bring: Suitable clothing for weather conditions, good pair of shoes/boots and gloves to protect hands.
What will be provided: Black refuse bags, litter pickers, light refreshments (care of Asda).
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children must be accompanied by adults. Pets must be monitored at all times.
How many NEW volunteers required? as many as willing
Volunteer Contact: Maria Montinaro (01324 717105)
Press/Media Contact: Maria Montinaro (01324 717105)
Organised by: Shieldhill Environment Group
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Completed Projects

Woodland Regeneration
Where? Crosshill
When? 2nd February 2003
What's it about? Regeneration of ancient woodland with native species broadleaf trees.
Where's it happening? Harrow Hill Woodland, Crosshill
What will volunteers do?
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? new volunteer wanted
Volunteer Contact: ()
Press/Media Contact: Mark Pearson (07887 998975)
Organised by: Fife Air Cadets Conservation Group
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Loch Ore - Hedge Your Bets!
Where? Crosshill
When? Sunday 6th April 2003
What's it about? A footpath circles the loch and leads off into the wood and the various car parks. Under guidance of The fife Ranger Service a stretch of bushes will be converted into a hedge. This is to increase nesting areas for the many birds that use the area as their habitat. This in turn will we hope increase the amount of bugs, beasties etc. which is part of the biodiversity plan. It will also form a natural barrier to keep the public away from an important nesting area. A second working party will cut and burn old gorse bushes, fallen trees and replant native broadleaf species trees.
Where's it happening? Loch Ore, Loch Ore Meadows Country Park, Crosshill
What will volunteers do? Convert stretch of bushes and trees into hedge. Clear gorse.
What to wear/bring: Warm old clothing, waterproofs, packed lunch. (The group has a limited number of fleece jackets and waterproof jackets.)
What will be provided: Tools, work gloves, safety equipment. Tea, coffee, juice, biscuits.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Under 16s who are not air cadets must be accompanied by an adult. Wheelchair users please contact organiser in advance.
How many NEW volunteers required? new volunteers welcome
Volunteer Contact: Mark Pearson/Al Ford (07887 998975/ 07711 409394)
Press/Media Contact: Mark Pearson/Al Ford (07887 998975/ 07711 409394)
Organised by: Fife Air Cadets Conservation Group
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Falkland Estate - Royal Stomp
Where? Falkland
When? Sunday 2nd March 2003
What's it about? Footpath repair, restoration of a wooden bridge, removal of Rhododendron bushes and Western Hemlock from one area.
Where's it happening? Arraty Crags, Falkland Estate, Falkland
What will volunteers do? Repair footpath, restore bridge, scrub clearance.
What to wear/bring: Waterproofs, warm clothing, packed lunch.
What will be provided: Tools, work gloves, safety equipment. Tea, coffee, juice, biscuits.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No wheelchair access to site (but help with catering in control tent appreciated). Any under 16s who are NOT air cadets must have an adult with them.
How many NEW volunteers required? New volunteers wanted.
Volunteer Contact: Mark Pearson/Alan Ford (07787 998975/07711 409394)
Press/Media Contact: Mark Pearson/Alan Ford (07787 998975/07711 409394)
Organised by: Fife Air Cadets Conservation Group
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Bird Watch 2003
Where? Guardbridge
When? 27th March 2003
What's it about? Encourage safe haven for small birds. A robin has been appearing by our front doorway and we'd like to encourage him and friends - bird feeders, coconut shell hangers, bird bath etc.
Where's it happening? Guardbridge Primary School Gardening Club, Innerbridge Street, Guardbridge
What will volunteers do? Work with pupils in the garden club.
What to wear/bring: Clothing should be casual and facilitate work.
What will be provided: All materials - but contributions welcome (eg. coconut shells, nuts, seeds, lard). Refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? just a few
Volunteer Contact: Mrs Kent (01334 839305)
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Kent (01334 839305)
Organised by: Guardbridge Primary School Gardening Club
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Projects led by young people aged 16-25