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Conservation Volunteer

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Description

No long term commitment, you can do just one day and there is no application process, simply call us with the date you want to come and we will book you a seat on our minibus. The work carried out by our volunteers can make a positive difference to an area immediately benefiting the environment, wildlife and people. It's worthwhile, fun and sociable. We do practical activities such as tree planting, tree weeding, control of invasive species, pathwork, pondwork, meadow raking, fencing and more.

Organisation aims and objectives

Lothians Conservation Volunteers carries out practical conservation work in and around Edinburgh (and further afield) nearly every Sunday and on many Saturdays throughout the year. Our work benefits the environment, wildlife and people.

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Minimum commitment 1 day on a Saturday or Sunday for 8 hours.

Restrictions

Experience required: No skills or experience required, but should be happy to work outdoors in all weathers.
Travel details: A range of wildlife sites in Edinburgh and the Lothians and futher afield. Transport is provided from St Andrew?s Square, Edinburgh, approximately, EH2 1BB
Minimum age: 16

Support

Expenses details: Free transport provided
Training details: Before each task the team leader describes how to do the work using tools and equipment safely. Attention is given to techniques and health and safety. One-off courses are also occasionally offered.

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