Volunteering On The Commons
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Thank you for having a look at the volunteers page.
In 2009 there were two walks that were attended by some of the local residents and interested parties to identify a list of small projects that could be carried out at the common. More recently an e-mail went out to those who had attended asking for support and we do have a small group who would like to be involved with work and projects on the common. Initially I was keen to set up a group to look at the original projects and work out a way forward but in hindsight what we need is action on the ground.
At the end of September 2011 we met with Avon Wildlife Trust and they are keen to come and help out on the commons.
We have two Taster Days to get us started. Avon Wildlife Trust will be on site and will bring a small team of volunteers, tools, and a means of heating water for warm drinks provided on the day.
When are the days taking place
15th November 2011 from 10am to 3.30pm
Bonus Date 20th December 2011 from 10am to 3.30pm (please let me know by 9th December if you would wish to help out)
10th January 2012 from 10am to 3.30pm
Where
We will meet at the end of the track to Lower Woods Car Park at 10.00am
The actual working site(s) are confirmed. An area for burning the cut material will also be identified.
Who
Anyone can attend. Please wear strong footwear and clothes apprppriate for clearing scrub including gloves.
What to do now
1. Can you please confirm that you would like to attend by sending me a note via the contact form below.
2. Please have a look at the volunteer information sheet below.
Further Information Below
Please click here to see the Avon Wildlife Trust Website
Please click here for a copy of the Avon Wildlife Trust volunteer information sheet for new volunteers, which outlines the roles and responsibilities of the Trust and our volunteers. It mentions a volunteer agreement that needs to be signed by volunteers for insurance purposes; AWT will bring copies of these on the work day rather than ask people to sign and return them to the office.
In 2009 there were two walks that were attended by some of the local residents and interested parties to identify a list of small projects that could be carried out at the common. More recently an e-mail went out to those who had attended asking for support and we do have a small group who would like to be involved with work and projects on the common. Initially I was keen to set up a group to look at the original projects and work out a way forward but in hindsight what we need is action on the ground.
At the end of September 2011 we met with Avon Wildlife Trust and they are keen to come and help out on the commons.
We have two Taster Days to get us started. Avon Wildlife Trust will be on site and will bring a small team of volunteers, tools, and a means of heating water for warm drinks provided on the day.
When are the days taking place
15th November 2011 from 10am to 3.30pm
Bonus Date 20th December 2011 from 10am to 3.30pm (please let me know by 9th December if you would wish to help out)
10th January 2012 from 10am to 3.30pm
Where
We will meet at the end of the track to Lower Woods Car Park at 10.00am
The actual working site(s) are confirmed. An area for burning the cut material will also be identified.
Who
Anyone can attend. Please wear strong footwear and clothes apprppriate for clearing scrub including gloves.
What to do now
1. Can you please confirm that you would like to attend by sending me a note via the contact form below.
2. Please have a look at the volunteer information sheet below.
Further Information Below
Please click here to see the Avon Wildlife Trust Website
Please click here for a copy of the Avon Wildlife Trust volunteer information sheet for new volunteers, which outlines the roles and responsibilities of the Trust and our volunteers. It mentions a volunteer agreement that needs to be signed by volunteers for insurance purposes; AWT will bring copies of these on the work day rather than ask people to sign and return them to the office.
