We are looking for Winter Warriors to help grit our local pavements and keep Stockethill, Cornhill, and the surrounding areas safe for residents of all ages and physical abilities. As a Winter Warrior, you will be a part of a team of local residents. Warriors work in pairs to grit pavements and keep the pavements safe to use. The team receives advance warning of bad weather and our Coordinator is responsible for managing the Warriors to ensure best use of resources. You will receive training and all equipment is provided. A fantastic opportunity to help make a real difference for people and the community during winter. All volunteer help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Bea Dawkins, Chairperson at email: beadawkins93@gmail.com

Our planet is changing. The climate and biodiversity are in crisis. We can turn the tide, but to do so, we need to keep an eye on wildlife and the natural habitats that support it. We’re looking for volunteers to join a citizen science project recording wild mammals in the green spaces of our towns and cities. Whether a squirrel or fox, wood mouse or bat, every sighting is important and goes to building a bigger picture of how wildlife is faring. The online survey provides information on how to recognise the different species on our doorstep, and is part of an active conservation effort. For more information, visit https://ptes.org/get-involved/surveys/

We are looking for volunteers to give us a green hand in maintaining our wonderful community garden at Inchgarth Community Centre to an excellent standard. A fantastic opportunity to help. All help makes a real difference and is always greatly appreciated. For more information, please email us at volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com or phone 01224 325191. To find out about further volunteering opportunities at Inchgarth Community Centre please visit: https://www.inchgarth.co.uk/volunteer.html

WDCS Shorewatch programme is looking for dedicated volunteers to carry out 10 minute whale and dolphin monitoring surveys ('Shorewatch') from designated watching sites along the Scottish Coastline., and at points in Harris and Lewis. Volunteers will be trained to identify common whale, dolphin and porpoise species found in Scottish waters, use specialised watching equipment and record presence and absence sightings data. The programme aims to provide long term, regular and year-round monitoring at sites of particular interest. With the aim of learning more about how whales and dolphins use these areas; highlighting any changes in distribution and behaviour. By collecting information to help WDCS understand more about whales and dolphins locally, volunteers will be actively contributing to their protection.