A group for 11-14 year olds who wish to learn some practical conservation skills, improve ecological knowledge, and enjoy the outdoors.

In this session we will be working on site maintenance and creating a hoverfly lagoon (or scrape). We will study the lifecycle of hoverflies and learn how best to support this very important pollinator which unfortunately is in decline.

Join this group of young volunteers and get some hands-on experience of managing a nature reserve and recording the wildlife. You'll gain new skills and get involved in conservation tasks including surveying, planting and painting tasks during these sessions.

These volunteering hours can count towards a Duke of Edinburgh Award or can be recorded as work experience on your CV, plus you’re helping to do your bit for the environment!

Please dress for the weather and bring suitable waterproof clothing. Wear sturdy boots/footwear.

Activities across different sessions may include:

Hand tool use

Painting

Planting

Grass cutting and raking

Litter picking

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