Tasks: natural flood management – leaky dam installation

Timing: 10am – 3pm

The main activity of the day will involve building leaky dams of different sizes made out of timber from the woods that are fixed into position across streams. The dams help to slow down flood flows as water levels rise during heavy rainfall. Activities will include digging, sawing, post bashing, moving logs into position and fixing them in place. It’s quite physical work but we have lifting aids to help share the load and will have plenty of breaks and biscuits to help keep energy levels up! Long sleeves, trousers and waterproofs are recommended. All other equipment will be provided.

There are a limited number of spaces available so you will need to book on to sessions in advance.

Please register through this ticket link – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/newfield-spring-woods-volunteer-day-nfm-registration-195775177827

If you have any queries about the day, email us at [email protected].

Join Don Catchment Rivers Trust for a volunteer day on the River Hipper. 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 meet Somersall Park Car Park, Somersall Ln, Chesterfield S40 3LA. Alternatively see map or follow link – https://goo.gl/maps/w4pUnfQN3QhstjVZ6

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: 10am – 1pm (break 11.30am)

Contact us: via email at [email protected]

We will be following all the COVID 19 Guidelines at the time of the event.