Volunteer Scotland

Find opportunities

Penicuik Conservation Volunteer

  • VO64267

Description

To assist the Rangers in conserving, enhancing and promoting the appropriate use and enjoyment of the area.
Duties include habitat improvement and restoration, Removal of invasive and non-native species, Practical maintenance on fences, signposts, gates and paths and opportunities to be involved in species surveying and recording.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors on a variety of tasks.

Organisation aims and objectives

To make safe the ruin of Penicuik House.

Availability

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

The Penicuik Conservation Volunteers meet every second Saturday

Frequency and commitment details

The Penicuik Conservation Volunteers meet every second Saturday

Restrictions

Experience required: No previous experience required. An interest in working outdoors. A moderate level of physical fitness as occasional manual lifting and walking over rough and steep terrain involved
Travel details: Penicuik House. Lothian buses 37, 47, 40 & 15/15A.
Minimum age: 16

Support

Training details: All volunteers will receive an induction giving information about the conservation management of the design landscape of Penicuik Estate also covering all aspects of Health & Safety. Volunteers will be supported by the Ranger Service

Report this opportunity
Find out more about Penicuik House Preservation Trust
Volunteer I want to volunteer
Favourite
Similar opportunities

Social Media and Marketing Volunteer(s)

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to inspire the people of Aberdeen about Greyhope Bay and our plans for a new marine experience centre that will connect the city to our marine world! As part of this we are seeking a tactical Social Media Marketing Officer(s) to come and join our close-knit team and help get the word out about Greyhope Bay and our exciting plans for Aberdeen. This role will involve: *implementing online and offline marketing campaigns that drive engagement with Greyhope Bay across our social media channels. *Manage social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, MailChimp and Instagram) for marketing Greyhope Bay activity, fundraiser and events. * Ad-hoc administration An ideal opportunity to gain fantastic work experience and meet new people whilst contributing towards an exciting and innovative project for Aberdeen. For further information please contact Fiona McIntyre at email: fiona.mcintyre@greyhopebay.org.uk or Tel: 07531826302 or visit https://spark.adobe.com/page/ZT0ryLNHocglw/
Find out more
Volunteer I want to volunteer
Favourite

Outdoor Education Assistant

An exciting opportunity to join the Under the Trees team, working in the great and beautiful outdoors whilst gaining valuable experience working with young children and young adults. You will potentially be working in all weathers and in all seasons - we can provide waterproofs! Under the Trees runs fun and educational sessions for school children in the Falkirk and Stirling areas, as well as a programme of public events for all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Events run all year round. As a Volunteer Education Assistant, there will be opportunities for you to do a range of the following: - Assist with Educational Sessions for school groups, including term-time forest schools. - Assist with sessions for the general public, including a monthly nature club for ages 0-13. - Assist with holiday play sessions and family events. - Plan and lead in activities. - Maintain resources effectively. - Keep session areas safe and tidy. - Desk-based activities in planning, creating materials and administration.
Find out more
Volunteer I want to volunteer
Favourite

Local Litter pick

Litter isn’t nice. It spoils the places we live, work and visit. It devalues our beautiful country. Clean Up Scotland is our campaign to tackle litter. Whether you are an individual, member of a community, school or a business, we can all work together to improve our environment. Through Clean Up Scotland, we raise awareness of our litter problem, take action and inspire others to do the same. We can help you to organise a litter pick, find a litter pick happening near you or nominate someone for our Clean Up Scotland Hero award. If you are a business, we can organise volunteering activities and CSR days, or you can support our campaign financially, knowing that your money will make a real difference to our environment. Together we can make a difference.
Find out more
Volunteer I want to volunteer
Favourite

Allotment Market Stall Volunteers

The Allotment Market Stall provides good quality, well priced, locally grown fruit and vegetables and reduces waste. We have great opportunities this season for volunteers to be part of helping at our market stalls at the wonderful Seaton Park or Victoria Park, Aberdeen on a Friday. Main tasks include: • Help set up our market stall and sell fruit and vegetables in the park. • Our produce is grown on allotments in Aberdeen so you will help us to reduce food miles and food waste, to support the allotment sites and to provide fresh, local produce. • It's also a great way to meet people and spend time outdoors in the park. Volunteers will be fully trained and supported in our procedures and equipment. Volunteers will also have the support of the Stall Coordinator at all times. A fantastic opportunity to help make a real difference. All volunteers are greatly appreciated. To get involved/for more information please email Jackie Welsh, TAMS Volunteer Coordinator at: Theallotmentmarketstall@gmail.com
Find out more
Volunteer I want to volunteer
Favourite