- 0101.June.Tuesday
Online Invasive Species Workshop
Did you know – Invasive species are considered an even bigger threat to biodiversity than climate change? Invasive species are animals or plants that have been introduced outside their normal ranges by humans and cause damage to their new environment. Without their usual predators around, some introduced species can change habitats beyond recognition and have a negative impact on other species, becoming invasive.
Join us for an introduction into the world of Invasive Non-native Species (INNS). Learn how to identify our most common invasive species of plants and animal, and understand the impact they are having here in Yorkshire. We will also look at biosecurity, what it is, why it is important and how it can prevent the spread of INNS.
To register for this free event please click here.
The session will be led by Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and has been organised by the Don Catchment Rivers Trust.
- 0202.June.Wednesday
Wildlife Wednesday Moss Valley
Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we tackle the invasive plant species Himalayan Balsam along the banks of the Moss Brook.
On the day we will be meeting at 10am and finishing at 3pm. We will complete a risk assessment on the day to ensure the safety of all volunteers. We will be stopping half way through for a tea break. On the day you will need to bring appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. We can provide wellingtons and waders however we won’t be able to provide footwear for every volunteer.
If you are not yet signed up as a volunteer please email [email protected] to become a volunteer. We will be following all the Government guidelines for COVID 19 at the time of the event.
Please note, the location changes each week so you need to email [email protected] for details each week of where we are meeting. - 0303.June.Thursday
Barlow Brook Volunteer Day
Barlow Brook (upper)Cannot determine address at this location.Join Don Catchment Rivers Trust for a volunteer day on the Barlow Brook. All abilities welcome!
If you would like to join our events and are new to the Trust, please email [email protected] to get signed up!
Location: Carrwood Rd, Chesterfield S41 9QB (between Cobnar Wood Close and Just Joy’s Café, on the road bridge over the Barlow Brook). Alternatively see map or follow link – https://goo.gl/maps/MVTyw5RDtioNnyDC7
What to bring: We will provide all necessary equipment and refreshments. All you need to wear is appropriate outdoor clothing (waterproof, long sleeves and trousers) and sturdy shoes.
Tasks include: Litter picking, channel debris/litter removal
Timings:
Morning session: starts 10am – ends 12pm
Afternoon session: Starts 12.30- ends 2.30pmContact us: via email at [email protected]
We will be following all Government guidelines relating to COVID 19 at the time of the event.
- 0808.June.Tuesday
Bentley Mill Dike Cleanup Day
Bentley Mill DikeLimbreck Court, Bentley,Doncaster DN5 0HRJoin the Friends of the Don Valley Way as we work to clean the Bentley Mill Dike. We will be working both in the channel and along the banks of the stream.
When: Meeting at 10am and finishing at 1pm.
Where: Parking is on Limbreck Court road. There is other on street parking in the area and free parking at the pavilion. Just be careful when crossing the busy main road!Task for the day: We will start the day with a tool talk and risk assessment.
We’ll then make our way up stream removing litter and debris from the Mill Dike.
Waders, life jackets and protective gear is provided to volunteers. If you are litter picking around the river (not wading) we recommend wearing sturdy shoes and clothing suitable for outdoor work.
All waders and shoes are cleaned at the end of the day.Teabreak: We will be stopping half way through for a tea break, refreshments are provided.
If you are not yet signed up as a volunteer please email [email protected] to become a volunteer. We will be following all Government guidelines in relation to COVID 19 at the time of the event.
- 0909.June.Wednesday
Wildlife Wednesday Moss Valley
Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we tackle the invasive plant species Himalayan Balsam along the banks of the Moss Brook.
On the day we will be meeting at 10am and finishing at 3pm. We will complete a risk assessment on the day to ensure the safety of all volunteers. We will be stopping half way through for a tea break. On the day you will need to bring appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. We can provide wellingtons and waders however we won’t be able to provide footwear for every volunteer.
If you are not yet signed up as a volunteer please email [email protected] to become a volunteer. We will be following all the Government guidelines for COVID 19 at the time of the event.
Please note, the location changes each week so you need to email [email protected] for details each week of where we are meeting.
Don Catchment Rivers Trust
10/11/2016
