Isle of Skye Projects

Completed Projects

Blooming Boat for Butterflies and Bees
Where? Broadford
When? 1st April 2003
What's it about? We have an old rowing boat in our school grounds which will be filled with soil for planting wild flowers to attract butterflies and bees.
Where's it happening? Elgol Primary School, Elgol, Broadford
What will volunteers do? Prepare the soil, paint the boat and plant the seeds.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes for painting, paintbrushes.
What will be provided: Protective gloves, paint, refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Adults may help groups of children (with a SCRO checked adult supervising). No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? school parents - 8
Volunteer Contact: Pat Anderson (01471 866234)
Press/Media Contact: Pat Anderson (01471 866234 (day), 01471 822388 (eve))
Organised by: Elgol Primary School
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StaffinPrimary School Tree Nursery
Where? Staffin
When? mid-Feb - mid-March 2003
What's it about? To help establish a native tree nursery at the local primary school.
Where's it happening? Staffin
What will volunteers do? Help children by advising on tree planting and long-term care. Children will then be expected to look after trees with a view to planting out in the community.
What to wear/bring: A lot of enthusiasm! Warm clothes.
What will be provided: All materials required.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Donald MacDonald (01478 613649)
Organised by: Staffin Community Trust
Email: aros@aros.co.uk
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