Projects taking place in the week beginning 24 February 2003
Plant Bach sy'n Diddori/Little Tots Explorer
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? Monday 24th February 2003
What's it about? A recycled workshop
Where's it happening? 19 Gabalfa Road, Gabalfa, Cardiff
What will volunteers do? Use throw way litter and help turn it into art.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes.
What will be provided: All materials to make the session fun.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? Dogs.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: Miri Mawr (02920 560109)
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Wendy Wylie (02920 560109)
Organised by: Miri Mawr
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Bird Watching and Birdboxes
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? 24th February 2003
What's it about? With volunteers and children make bird boxes for bird watch club.
Where's it happening? Track 2000, Penarth Road, Splott, Cardiff
What will volunteers do? Make bird boxes
What to wear/bring: Warm Clothes.
What will be provided: Workshop.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Pets
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Volunteer Contact: Lorraine Gilmor (07855 049052)
Press/Media Contact: Lorraine Gilmor (07855 049052)
Organised by: South Splott Residents Association
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Harvest Mouse Nest-Box Project
Where? Darlington, Durham
When? 6th January - 24th February 2003
What's it about? The Harvest Mouse was once very common in the North East of England, but due to habitat change has now become extremely rare. Ian Bond of Castle Eden Walkway Nature reserve, Stockton-on-Tees, has instigated a breeding project that will support the reintroduction of the Harvest mouse into the North East. Harrowgate Hill Junior School are involved in this breeding programme. With the help of Bishop Auckland College the school now wishes to design and build Harvest mouse nest-boxes to support the reintroduction programme. The nest-boxes will be built during an after-school club and the children will work with a parent or guardian in a family learning activity. The nest-boxes will then be put up at Castle Eden Walkway Nature reserve and research data will be used by the school children to support their mathematics lessons.
Where's it happening? Harrowgate Hill Junior School, Thompson Street West, Darlington
What will volunteers do? The volunteers will be a family members of a child from the school who is undertaking the project. They will work with their family member to design and build a Harvest Mouse Nest-box for use at Castle Eden Walkway Nature Reserve
What to wear/bring: Strong shoes, old clothing to work in
What will be provided: The project will provide the tools and materials required to build the Harvest mouse nest-box. The wood for the nest-box will be pre-sawn at the college after the design stage, and supplied in kit form.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Volunteers must be a family member of a child who is involved in the school Harvest Mouse programme, as they will be working with the children inside the school.
How many NEW volunteers required? 20
Volunteer Contact: Robin Laycock (01388 443132)
Press/Media Contact: Robin Laycock (01388 443132)
Organised by: Bishop Auckland College
Email: robin.laycock@bacoll.ac.uk
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Ant Farm
Where? London, Greater London
When? 24th February 2003
What's it about? An expert will show us how to construct and maintain an ant farm and observation tank. A trainee at our centre will be responsible for maintaining it, producing information boards and being responsible for talking to visiting school groups about it.
Where's it happening? Roots and Shoots, Walnut Tree Walk, London
What will volunteers do? Trainees will be given a talk by wildlife expert and then have a practical hands-on demo in constructing an Ant Farm - to be kept on site, maintained by trainees and used as an educational resource by visiting school groups.
What to wear/bring: Nothing`
What will be provided: Venue and refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? no
How many NEW volunteers required? none
Press/Media Contact: Lauren Morris (0207 587 1131)
Organised by: Roots & Shoots
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Scrapheap Challenge
Where? Cardiff, South Wales - Central
When? 25th February 2003
What's it about? Using scrap materials, children from Shirenewton Caravan Site will make scrap robots in a session at their local community hall.
Where's it happening? Shirenewton Community Hall, Wentloog Road, Cardiff
What will volunteers do? Supervise the session and help children with construction using scrap materials safely.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes, aprons, craft tools. First Aid kit.
What will be provided: Transport for volunteers.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Over 18 years and police checked.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Helen Mears (029 2021 4411)
Organised by: Cardiff Gypsy and Traveller Project
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Hedge Planting - Parish Sanctuary
Where? Evesham, Worcestershire
When? Tuesday 25th February 2003
What's it about? Filling gaps and replanting parts of an old hedge on Boobys Close to restore its integrity.
Where's it happening? Boobys Close, Quarry Lane, Cleeve Prior, Evesham
What will volunteers do? Plant and protect hedges on the Parish Sanctuary.
What to wear/bring: Wear warm suitable clothing and footwear.
What will be provided: Gloves, spades, instructions, plants, protectors etc. Refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? New volunteers welcome
Volunteer Contact: Linda Warren (01789 778570)
Press/Media Contact: Don Warren (01789 778570)
Organised by: Cleeve Prior Heritage Trust
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Habitat Management at Marston Thrift
Where? Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire
When? Tuesday 25th February 2003
What's it about? The task is to carry out essential habitat management within an ancient woodland. The work will include the coppicing and tidy up of a small plot.
Where's it happening? Marston Thrift, Marston Moretaine
What will volunteers do? Coppicing a small area of woodland to increase the biodiversity and encourage woodland awareness.
What to wear/bring: Packed lunch and drink, old work clothes and sturdy boots, waterproofs.
What will be provided: Other protective clothing as required, training in use of hand tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Minimum age 18. No dogs.
How many NEW volunteers required? up to 10
Volunteer Contact: Aidan Matthews (07734 478455)
Press/Media Contact: Aidan Matthews (07734 478455)
Organised by: Wildlife Midweek Team
Email: amatthews@bedswt.cix.co.uk
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Pond Clearing
Where? Barry, South Wales - Central
When? Wednesday 26th February 2003
What's it about? Cutting and floating reeds in pond that are currently overgrown and suffocating other pond life.
Where's it happening? The Amelia Trust Farm, Barry
What will volunteers do? Cut and clear.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothes, working wear, wet gear, wellington boots.
What will be provided: Waders and/or wellington boots, tools.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Sara Davis (01446 781427 (day))
Organised by: The Amelia Trust Farm
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Redhill Conservation
Where? Bournemouth, Dorset
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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Reclaiming Confused Spaces
Where? Birmingham, West Midlands
When? 26th-27th February 2003
What's it about? We have many large/small confused spaces in Balsall Heath. By 'confused spaces' we mean pieces of land which are not maintained and are regularly dumped on instead.
Where's it happening? Hallam Street, Balsall Heath, Birmingham
What will volunteers do? Clear site of weeds and overgrown plants, clear rubbish, remove graffiti. Prepare site for planting of new shrubs.
What to wear/bring: Sturdy shoes, gloves and warm clothing.
What will be provided: Tools, some smaller plants, refreshments, supervision and direction.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5 to 10 local residents
Volunteer Contact: David Stevenson (0121 446 6182)
Press/Media Contact: David Stevenson (0121 446 6182, 07788 566329 (mob.))
Organised by: Balsall Heath Forum
Email: forum@bheath.fsbusiness.co.uk
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Improving Early Years Garden and Play Area
Where? Consett, Durham
When? 25th, 26th & 27th February 2003
What's it about? To have children work with an adult and create a willow tunnel and dome.
Where's it happening? Early Years Unit Consett Infant School, Teasdale Street, Consett
What will volunteers do? Assist the children to fix willow in appropriate positions.
What to wear/bring: Warm clothes.
What will be provided: The willow bundles and our expert Ruth Thompson from Sylvan Skills. Hot drinks and midday snack.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Mrs Olwyn Hall (01207 504464)
Organised by: Early Years Unit Consett Infant School
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Dry Stone Walling at Whitley Edge
Where? Crow Edge nr, South Yorkshire
When? 27/02/03
What's it about? We aim to repair Dry Stone Walls; clear old Gorse to promote new growth; and dig on order to create a wetland habitat for birds such as Snipe.
Where's it happening? Whitley Edge, Crow Edge nr
What will volunteers do? Volunteers will carry out Dry Stone Walling, Gorse clearance and Wetland Scrape digging; after leaders have explained the project, the reason for the task and how to do each task.
What to wear/bring: Volunteers need to bring a packed lunch and wear old warm clothing and strong footwear. If possible volunteers should bring waterproofs.
What will be provided: We will provide hot drinks and biscuits at breaks and lunchtime. We will provide trained leaders to demonstrate the work and tool safety. We will provide fully maintained, safe tools and personal protective equipment. We also provide transport.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No restrictions on volunteers although for health & safety reasons we ask that volunteers can follow simple instructions. Persons with special needs and their support workers are welcome. Under 16's must have parental consent.
How many NEW volunteers required? As many as possible
Volunteer Contact: Clare Jeffries (0114 272 35 91)
Press/Media Contact: Stephen Mulhall (0114 272 3591)
Organised by: BTCV - South Yorkshire
Email: south-yorkshire@btcv.org.uk
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Psychedelic Ladies - Litter Pick
Where? Barry, South Wales - Central
When? Friday 28th February 2003
What's it about? Litter pick up on Barry beach.
Where's it happening? Barry
What will volunteers do? Pick up litter.
What to wear/bring: Outdoor clothes.
What will be provided: Film, transport.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: Laura Bates (02920 210470)
Press/Media Contact: Laura Bates (02920 210470)
Organised by: Psychedelic Ladies
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Seeds of Change Project
Where? Burnley, Lancashire
When? February 2003
What's it about? Working with young people because they are young seeds of the area and they are wanting to improve the area by planting bulbs and plants
Where's it happening? brunshaw Shops, Brunshaw Estate, Burnley
What will volunteers do? Design a cut out saying 'Brunshaw Community' and plant different types of bulbs and plants.
What to wear/bring: Volunteers will be issued with tools and protective gloves, outdoor clothing refreshments will be provided by Brunshaw Action Groups Volunteers.
What will be provided: Tea, coffee and pop with biscuits.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? None
How many NEW volunteers required? 15
Volunteer Contact: Michael Bailey (01282 715400)
Press/Media Contact: Michael Bailey (01282 715400 (day), 01282 459506 (eve))
Organised by: Brunshaw Action Group
Email: Brunshawag@aol.com
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Patchwork Garden
Where? Coniston, Cumbria
When? February 2003
What's it about? To create both a traditional and organic vegetable garden for primary/junior school student
Where's it happening? CPS Shepherd's Bridge, Coniston
What will volunteers do? Help to rotovate a piece of land, make a one-side fence to enclose area, put up a potting shed.
What to wear/bring: Gardening clothes
What will be provided: Tools, gloves, refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No dogs please
How many NEW volunteers required? 6 if possible
Volunteer Contact: Anne Pamplin or John (015394 41394)
Press/Media Contact: Anne Pamplin (015394 41394)
Organised by: Coniston Tidy Village Bloom Group
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Making a Compost Area for Recycling
Where? Glasgow, Strathclyde
When? 28th February 2003
What's it about? To add a quality project in the plan to restore our allotments by recycling organic matter.
Where's it happening? Queens Park, Glasgow
What will volunteers do? Older people will work on this project and will help remove old shoring, install new posts and emplace a 30ft metal sheet.
What to wear/bring: Wet weather clothes.
What will be provided: Hot tea, tools, gloves.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? 2
Volunteer Contact: Mr Hart (0141 649 2462)
Press/Media Contact: Mr Hart (0141 649 2462)
Organised by: Queen's Park Allotments
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Troedyrhiw Cemetery Clean Up
Where? Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales - East
When? 17th - 28th February 2003
What's it about? Troedyrhiw Scouts wish to carry out clearance and conservation work at the old Chapel Street cemetery. The site is of great local interest and significance and has been severely neglected over the years. As a result, the cemetery has become increasingly overgrown with such species as Japanese Knotweed and bramble. The troop would like to clear the pathways and manage the encroaching vegetation in order to open this fantastic historical and environmental site.
Where's it happening? Chapel Street Cemetery, Troedyrhiw, Merthyr Tydfil
What will volunteers do? Clear vegetation and coppice existing trees. Patches of bramble will be controlled and path surfaces replenished. Waste (natural) will be retained on site as habitat piles or 'chipped' for path mulch. Nest boxes will be erected on mature trees. The aim is very much a 'natural' area.
What to wear/bring: Old, comfortable footwear, waterproofs, gloves and old clothes.
What will be provided: Gloves, safety equipment, tool tuition, refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Age range 12 upwards.
How many NEW volunteers required? the more the merrier
Volunteer Contact: Gavin Jones (01685 883880)
Press/Media Contact: Gavin Jones (01685 883880)
Organised by: Groundwork Merthyr & Rhondda Cynon Taff
Email: gjones@groundworkmerthyrrct.org.uk
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StaffinPrimary School Tree Nursery
Where? Staffin, Isle of Skye
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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Wood and Farmland Adventure Walk
Where? Barry/Rhoose, South Wales - Central
When? 1st March 2003
What's it about? For a small group of children to experience the wildlife and countryside at Amelia Trust farm, and to explore the nature trails through wood and farmland. They will also muck out animal enclosures.
Where's it happening? Amelia Trust Farm, Barry/Rhoose
What will volunteers do? Transport and supervise the children.
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, outdoor clothing, boots.
What will be provided: Refreshments and entrance costs. First aid kit.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Must be over 18 and police checked.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Helen Mears (029 2021 4411)
Organised by: Cardiff Gypsy and Traveller Project
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Copse 2003
Where? Dunton Bassett, Lutterworth, Leicestershire
When? 11th February - 1st March 2003
What's it about? We have a copse associated to the school that is need of management. We would need some volunteers to help "tidy it" and assist in its management. It is around 20 years old and requires some proper coppicing.
Where's it happening? Dunton Bassett Primary School, The Mount, Dunton Bassett, Lutterworth
What will volunteers do? Tidy, coppice and clear
What to wear/bring: Sturdy clothing and boots. Packed lunch.
What will be provided: Some tools and coffee/tea.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets, and subject to normal school regulations.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: Mr Ridout (01455 209557)
Organised by: Dunton Bassett Primary School
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Ravelston Woods Conservation Project
Where? Edinburgh, Lothian
When? 1st March 2003
What's it about? Ravelston Woods was designated a Local Nature Reserve in 2002. This project aims to encourage local school children to get involved with conservation management of site.
Where's it happening? Ravelston Wood, Ravelston Dykes, Edinburgh
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? 5
Volunteer Contact: ()
Organised by: Edinburgh Urban Forest Project
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Development of Woodland Area
Where? Farnborough, Hampshire
When? 11th February to 1st March 2003, 15th February, 21st February 2003 (Fridays)
What's it about? Extend woodland habitat that separates school grounds with M3.
Where's it happening? Farnborough Grange Nursery Infany Community School & EYC, Moor Road, Farnborough
What will volunteers do? Help to plant trees, support children with the digging of holes.
What to wear/bring: Outdoor clothing for cold/wet, boots, spades.
What will be provided: Light refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No dogs on site.
How many NEW volunteers required? All welcome
Volunteer Contact: Jane Armstrong (01252 541879)
Press/Media Contact: Jane Armstrong (01252 541879 (day), 01189 760510 (eve))
Organised by: Farnborough Grange Nursery Infant Community School & EYC
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Can Recycling
Where? Glasgow, Strathclyde
When? 11th February to 1st March 2003
What's it about? We aim to encourage people to recycle cans over a period of 1 month. The cans will get recycled and funds raised will help sustain the project. We will also run a poster competition to encourage more awareness of the need to recycle and support local communities.
Where's it happening? C.A.S.C. Childcare Project, 123 Castlemilk Drive, Glasgow
What will volunteers do? Distribute posters and leaflets. Collection of cans on a daily basis.
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: Refreshments and transport
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Denis Barrowcliffe (0141 634 6161)
Organised by: C.A.S.C. Childcare Project
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Garden Birdfeeding Project
Where? Jedburgh, Borders
When? 11th February - 1st March 2003
What's it about? This project will give the nursery children an exciting wildlife experience. They will learn names of birds and learn to appreciate and look after wildlife. We will also involve parents in our project.
Where's it happening? Howdenburn Nursery, Lothian Road, Jedburgh
What will volunteers do? Put up brackets, assemble bird tables. Help children make bird cakes and plant wildlife-attracting plants in nursery play area.
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, protective clothing, garden tools, woodwork tools, woodstain.
What will be provided: Cups of tea, materials.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Mostly parents and friends of nursery.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: B Brewster (01835 862089)
Organised by: Howdenburn Nursery
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Manchester Care - Bulb Planting
Where? Manchester, Greater Manchester
When? 1st March 2003
What's it about? Plant a selection of bulbs to brighten up the dark elderly person's home. Create hanging baskets.
Where's it happening? Manchester Care, Oaklands, City Road, Hulme, Manchester
What will volunteers do? Plant bulbs at front of property. Create hanging baskets.
What to wear/bring: Sturdy shoes.
What will be provided: Waterproofs, tools, materials, food.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? 15
Volunteer Contact: Sally-Anne (0161 8330245)
Press/Media Contact: Samantha Elkailani (0161 8330245 (day) 07719 330207 (eve))
Organised by: CSV Go Manchester
Email: gomanchester@csv.org.uk
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Spring Clean for Signs and Seats!
Where? Milford Haven (nr.), West Wales
When? Saturday 1st March 2003
What's it about? To clean and treat the seats in Burton Ferry and Burton.
Where's it happening? various locations, Burton and Burton Ferry, Milford Haven (nr.)
What will volunteers do? In groups of 3, spring clean an allocated sign and/or public seat, washing down and applying wood preservative.
What to wear/bring: Old warm clothes.
What will be provided: All tools and materials, hot drinks and a get-together for warming outdoor picnic afterwards.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No under 5s. No dogs.
How many NEW volunteers required? 5
Volunteer Contact: Stevie Lewis (01646 602424)
Press/Media Contact: Stevie Lewis (01646 602424)
Organised by: Burton Coastcare & Environmental Group
Email: BurtonCoastCare@hotmail.com
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Young Volunteers
Where? Sheffield, South Yorkshire
When? 1th February - 1st March 2003
What's it about? To make bird tables, bird boxes, bird and wildlife feeders, ladybird hibernation homes, bird cakes etc.
Where's it happening? Heeley City Farm, Richards Road, Heeley, Sheffield
What will volunteers do? Make bird boxes, bird tables, bird cakes, ladybird hibernation homes and place them around the farm and in the wildlife areas which we have made.
What to wear/bring: Old clothes
What will be provided: Bus fares, tea/coffee/sugar, 20 percent discount in farm café on main meals, overalls, gloves, steelcapped boots
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Volunteers must be over 8 years old. Dogs must be kept on leads.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Jill Brookes/Philip Ridsdale (0114 2580482 (day))
Organised by: Heeley City Farm
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"Hidey Isle" Hide Hedge Planting
Where? Tomatin, Highland
When? 1st March 2003
What's it about? We need a hedge screen on either side of 20yds or so of path (which also needs building up during the process) leading to a recently completed wildlife watching hide. A raised base of alder, hazel and birch trees will be thickened and topped with berry-bearing food shrubs such as berberis.
Where's it happening? Corrybrough Pond, Tomatin
What will volunteers do?
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? 6+
Volunteer Contact: ()
Organised by:
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Malvern Street Farm Fruit and Veg Garden
Where? Birmingham, West Midlands
When? Sunday 2nd March 2003
What's it about? To get a group of local people together to prepare a small patch of ground into a mini-allotment. This space could then be used in education work with the community schools and playgroups.
Where's it happening? Malvern Street Farm, Hertford Street, Balsall Heath, Birmingham
What will volunteers do? The young volunteers will fill the raised beds, spread compost and plant trees, bushes and seeds.
What to wear/bring: Clothes they don't mind getting dirty, strong shoes and sandwiches.
What will be provided: Drinks, tools and expertise.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Pip Mcknight (0121 464 1888 (day), 0121 449 7432 (eve))
Organised by: St Pauls's Venture
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Hooked 3
Where? Cowbridge (nr.), South Wales - Central
When? 2nd March 2003
What's it about? To remove discarded litter and associated materials linked to fishing.
Where's it happening? Gribbles Covert, St Donats, Cowbridge (nr.)
What will volunteers do? Remove litter from the edge and area surrounding the lake.
What to wear/bring: Cold weather clothing and protective gloves.
What will be provided: Refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? No
How many NEW volunteers required? approx 20
Volunteer Contact: Lyndon Villis (07753 163468)
Press/Media Contact: Lyndon Villis (07753 163468)
Organised by: Glamorgan Angling Association
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Falkland Estate - Royal Stomp
Where? Falkland, Fife
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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Sharpham Moor Reserve - Modifications to Allow Grazing
Where? Glastonbury (nr.), Somerset
When? Sunday 2nd March 2003
What's it about? Clearing brambles, pollarding alders and altering ditch alignment to provide water for ponies.
Where's it happening? Sharpham Moor Reserve, Sharpham, Glastonbury (nr.)
What will volunteers do? Dig out ditch with spades, pollard alders using bow saws, clear bramble with slashers and petrol-driven brushcutter. Burn brash.
What to wear/bring: Lunch, waterproof clothing, wellingtons/walking boots.
What will be provided: Training and supervision, hot tea/coffee, tools, first aid box/first aider.
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult. No pets.
How many NEW volunteers required? up to 10
Volunteer Contact: Anne Lees (01278 641521)
Press/Media Contact: Norman Lees (01278 641521)
Organised by: Sedgemoor Conservation Volunteers
Email: leesmark@supanet.com
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Fruit Tree Planting
Where? Kirkpatrick Durham, Dumfries & Galloway
When? 2nd March 2003
What's it about? Planting an orchard in the community ground with some wild cherry trees.
Where's it happening? Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Ground, Kirkpatrick Durham
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? as many as are interested
Volunteer Contact: ()
Organised by: Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Assoc.
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Improving Access
Where? Leighton Bromswold, Cambridgeshire
When? Sunday 2nd March 2003
What's it about? Improve access to Leighton Gorse Wood, removing overgrowth, cutting down nettles and opening up to Greate area the walk through woodland.
Where's it happening? Leighton Gorse Wood, Leighton Bromswold
What will volunteers do? Open up access to coppice areas. Trim overhanging branches using loppers. Cut down overgrowth and nettles.
What to wear/bring: All weather clothing, stout boots/footwear
What will be provided: Refreshments and sausage in a roll. Safety equipment. Washing facilities. Tools and training.
Is there wheelchair access to the site?
Any restrictions? Age 16+
How many NEW volunteers required? 10 to 20
Volunteer Contact: Sam Malt (01480 81084 (day), 01480 811654 (eve))
Press/Media Contact: Sam Malt (01480 81084 (day), 01480 811654 (eve))
Organised by: Grafham Wildlife and Conservation Group
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Creation of New Pond at Otterbourne
Where? Otterbourne, Hampshire
When? Sunday 2nd March 2003
What's it about? Create, design and manage from scratch a natural wildlife pond - for purpose of educating pond wardens and helpers, and monitoring sustainable pond wildlife.
Where's it happening? Southern Water Co, Otterbourne
What will volunteers do? Help prepare ground - clear area and construct a 9m x 6m pond as directed by pond wardens steering group management team.
What to wear/bring: Suitable clothing and footwear (boots/wellingtons) as dictated by weather conditions.
What will be provided: Materials, refreshments, expertise and a sense of humour.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? Children must be accompanied by an adult.
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Media Contact: Alison Angell (01962 774714)
Organised by: Whiteley Greens Group
Email: johnhall@holeinone.fsworld.co.uk
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Spring Clean & Litter Pick
Where? St Albans, Hertfordshire
When? 2/03/03
What's it about? For the last 5 years we have done a litter pick in and around St Albans. This year we have chosen Verulamium Park in St Albans.
Where's it happening? Verulamium Park, Meet at the Bandstand nr. The Roman City Wall, St Albans
What will volunteers do? Volunteers of all abilities will pick up litter in Verulamium Park and sort out the rubbish where possible into recyclable and non-recyclable items.
What to wear/bring: Volunteers should wear old clothes that are allowed to get dirty, walking boots or wellies and raincoats.
What will be provided: Earthworks will provide gloves, litter pickers and refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? Earthworks is a community project where people of all abilities learn and work together.
How many NEW volunteers required? 2
Volunteer Contact: Ann De Bock (01727 847 311)
Press/Media Contact: Ann De Bock (01727 847 311)
Organised by: Earth Works
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Stone Common Plott - Path Construction
Where? Stone, Staffordshire
When? Sunday 2nd March 2003
What's it about? With help from volunteers we hope to improve some of the paths around Stone Common Plott, to ensure better access for all. Areas of path have become muddy and require 'remaking'.
Where's it happening? Stone Common Plott, Stone
What will volunteers do? Cut back paths which have become overgrown. Create new path edges using timber pegs and timber edging planks.
What to wear/bring: Boots and warm clothing.
What will be provided: Tools and refreshments.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? Work suitable for all ages and abilities - everyone is welcome to come along and join in.
How many NEW volunteers required? 10-20
Volunteer Contact: Richard Thomason (01785 814371)
Press/Media Contact: Richard Thomason (01785 814371)
Organised by: Stone Common Plott
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The Energy Glade Coppicing
Where? Swadlincote, Derbyshire
When? 2nd March 2003
What's it about? The Energy Glade is a new woodland of poplar and willow mix that is being coppiced every 4 years. This project would enable us to involve volunteers in the first coppicing of the final quarter.
Where's it happening? The Energy Glade Woodland, Conkers Waterside, Bath Lane, Moira, Swadlincote
What will volunteers do? Volunteers (Watch Group members) will be coppicing the trees after training and bundling the wood up to be used at other sites for hurdle fence making.
What to wear/bring: Suitable outdoor clothing, sturdy footwear and waterproofs. Snacks and drinks required.
What will be provided: Tools and work gloves.
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets - only guide dogs are allowed on the site.
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Media Contact: Karen Moulson (01283 213731)
Organised by: Conkers
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Projects led by young people aged 16-25
