- 0707.November.Tuesday
Bentley Mill Dike (Highfields Lake) - Volunteer Day
Highfields Lake ParkCannot determine address at this location.Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to remove litter and debris from the Bentley Mill Dike at Highfields Lake. This day is part of the All Hands on the Don Project.
When: Tuesday 7th November 10am – 1pm
Where: We will be meeting near the litter bin outside 14 Central Ave, Woodlands, Doncaster DN6 7RU. What 3 words: ///alas.stitch.skimmers. Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/W3bnmfbk87bt3nwe9
What to bring: We provide all of the equipment on the day however please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work including sturdy shoes or boots and long trousers. We can provide wellingtons to borrow on the day but please let us know in advance by emailing [email protected] or contacting task leader Anthony Cox.
Joining us? All are welcome however not all of our sites are completely accessible to all, please check the access advice bellow. Please let us know if you are coming as a new volunteer so we can plan accordingly by emailing [email protected] or contacting project volunteer Coordinator Anthony Cox 07384 543124.
- 0909.November.Thursday
Transition Chesterfield - Volunteer Day
Queens Park/SuperbinCannot determine address at this location.Transition Chesterfield will be hosting a regular volunteer day on the second Thursday of each month at Queen’s Park
Let’s Get Litter Sorted
Now that the Hidden Heritage project has come to an end, Kathy and Margaret from Chesterfield’s Transition Chesterfield group are kindly taking on one of the regular Thursday litterpicking days to help continue the amazing clean-up work along our riversides. Litter will be sorted and surveyed to build up a picture of the biggest polluters!
Please note these days will be advertised on the DCRT events calendar and DCRT volunteers are welcome, but they are run by the Transition team, so you’ll need to let them know if you are attending. Email Kathy on [email protected] if you plan to join the session and please read the details below
Litter Pick Thursdays (2nd Thursday of each month 10 – 11.30am)
When: Thursday 9th September, 10am.
Volunteers are needed and very welcome. Children or anyone needing additional support will need to be accompanied by an adult carer.
Where: For the first few sessions, the meet up point will be in Queen’s Park, Chesterfield, on the footpath behind the Cricket Pavilion (What3Words point: invite.button.sulk) and we will be supported by the lovely staff from Don Catchment Rivers Trust who are helping us to get the new group established. From March, we hope to have use of our very own litter picking “superbin” to be located in Queen’s Park!
Why: Our aim is to clean up local footpaths and shared walk & cycle routes. We also hope to highlight the problems caused by single use plastics and disposable snack & drink containers, both in terms of litter but also the waste of resources and urgent need to reduce, reuse and recycle!
How: The group will work together to sort out the litter into separate bags as we pick it up. No-one will be working alone, this is a team effort!
What’s provided: We will provide litter picking tools and gloves (Please feel able to bring your own if you have them)
What to bring: Your own reusable drinks cup (for a hot drink at the end of the litter pick session)
What to wear: Sturdy shoes, long sleeves, full leg covering/long trousers, sensible clothes for the weather eg. a warm hat.
Who: We are trying to think of a good name for our new group – any creative ideas are welcome!
Email Kathy on [email protected] if you have any questions or to let her know that you plan to join the session.
- 1010.November.Friday
Newfield Spring Woods (Moss Valley) - NFM Volunteer Day (must book)
Newfield Spring WoodsCannot determine address at this location.Natural flood management – leaky dam maintenance
Join DCRT and the Friends of Newfield Spring Woods on a volunteer morning to carry out maintenance works of leaky dams installed in the woods that help to slow the flow of storm waters. We’ll also be taking some measurements to capture how much water the dams store.
When: 10th November, 10am – 1pm (refreshment break provided by DCRT at 11.30)
Where: Newfield Spring Woods, Moss Valley, Sheffield
What to bring: Long sleeves, trousers and waterproofs that you don’t mind getting muddy! All other equipment will be provided.
Tasks include: Clearing the debris and silt that has built up behind the leaky dams and potentially making adjustments to the dams themselves to improve how well they function. We’ll be in shallow waters using rakes, spades, and other hand tools. We’ll also be taking measurements around the dams so that we can calculate how much water they hold back in flood conditions.
Contact: Email us at [email protected] with any queries. If you would like to join our events and are new to the Trust, please get in touch to get signed up!
There are a limited number of spaces available so you will need to book on in advance using this ticket link –
- 1414.November.Tuesday
Burcroft Hill (Conisbrough) - Volunteer Day
Burcroft Hill, ConisbroughBurcroft Hill, Conisbrough, Doncaster DN12 3EEJoin the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to remove rubbish from the banks of the river Don in Conisbrough. This day is a part of the All Hands on the Don Project.
When: Tuesday 14th November 10am-1pm
Where: We will be meating at the bottom of Burcroft Hill, Conisbrough, Doncaster DN12 3EE. What 3 words: ///drill.justifies.liver. Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/SwaHEA3WDs81jpoTA
What to bring: We provide all of the equipment on the day however please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work including sturdy shoes or boots and long trousers. We can provide wellingtons to borrow on the day but please let us know in advance by emailing [email protected] or contacting task leader Anthony Cox.
Joining us? All are welcome however not all of our sites are completely accessible to all, please check the access advice bellow. Please let us know if you are coming as a new volunteer so we can plan accordingly by emailing [email protected] or contacting project volunteer Coordinator Anthony Cox 07384 543124.
- 1616.November.Thursday
Bluebank Pools - Volunteer Day
Bluebank PoolsCannot determine address at this location.Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to clean up the River Rother in Chesterfield at the Bluebank Pools Nature Reserve.
When: We will be meeting at 10am and finishing at 1pm with our usual tea break half way through the day.
Where: We will be meeting in the Bluenbank Pools Nature Reserve carpark, Station Rd, Brimington, Chesterfield S43 1LW. What 3 words: ///pink.wooden.tend. Google Maps pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hTtvEhXzWg1Uvg7u8.
What to bring: We will provide all of the equipment on the day and can provide wellies if you let us know in advance. Please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work including long trousers and dress for the weather.
Joining us? All are welcome however not all of our sites are completely accessible to all, please check the access advice bellow. Please let us know if you are coming as a new volunteer so we can plan accordingly by emailing [email protected] or contacting project volunteer Coordinator Anthony Cox 07384 543124.
Don Catchment Rivers Trust
10/11/2016
