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Wildlife Wednesdays - Moss Valley
Join Don Catchment Rivers Trust for a volunteer day removing the invasive weed Himalayan Balsam from the Moss Brook Catchment. 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: Please note, the location may change each week so you need to email [email protected] for details each week of where we are meeting.
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 – really reccomended for the nettles!!) and sturdy shoes. Also bring your own pair of wellies if you have them. We will have a range of sizes to borrow but can’t guarantee a pair for everyone.
Tasks include: Himalayan Balsam pulling
Timings: 10am – 3pm (break 11.30am and 1pm for lunch)
Contact us: via email at [email protected]
We will be following all the COVID 19 Guidelines at the time of the event.

Brook Explorers: Bug Hunting at Grassmoor
Grassmoor Country ParkGrassmoor Country Park, Birkin Lane, Chesterfield, S42 5DAGet your tickets here
Join the DCRT team for an afternoon of family-friendly bug hunting! Spend some time in Grassmoor’s beautiful wildflower meadowAbout this event
Little ones and parents can learn together during our family friendly bug hunting sessions. Activities are suitable for children of age 4-11 years and children must be supported by a guardian or parent during the session.
- Explore the meadow using our equipment and wildlife identification guides
- Decorate and fill your own bug hotel to take home
Sessions are 1 hour long. Parents can drop by and leave any time during their pre-booked session. Just come to our stall to sign in and out
Tickets are free of charge, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund
