- 0101.February.Thursday
Hollingwood Loop - Vegetation Clearance
Hollingwood loops (New Whittington)New Whittington, Chesterfield S43 2BZJoin the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to clear vegetation along the Hollingwood Loops circular walking route.
When: Thursday 1st February 2024 10am-1pm
Where: 216-232 South Street North, New Whittington, Chesterfield S43 2BY. What 3 words: ///apple.pure.unless. Google Maps Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/AE5GQsTp3YjvhcMt9
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 Charlotte Landry-Jennings. We also provide refreshments through a tea break on these regular volunteer days.
Joining us? All are welcome however not all of our sites are completely accessible to all, please check the access advice below. 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 office Charlotte 07561588275.
- 0606.February.Tuesday
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 6th February 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.
- 0808.February.Thursday
Transition Chesterfield – Volunteer Day
Queens Park/SuperbinCannot determine address at this location.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 (second Thursday of every month) 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
When: Thursday 8th February, 10am.
Who: Volunteers are needed and very welcome. Children or anyone needing additional support will need to be accompanied by an adult carer.
Where: The meet up point will be in Queen’s Park, Chesterfield, on the footpath behind the Cricket Pavilion (What3Words point: invite.button.sulk). Google pin here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XgnzAZSEkQZThSXR6
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.
- 1212.February.Monday
CANCELLED Wetland Bird Survey at Fishlake
Fishlake Main StreetMain Street, Fishlake, DoncasterPLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO FLOODING ON GREAT INGS
Where: Great Ings, Fishlake
Meeting at: On-street parking on Main Street down from the
What three words: ///heaven.abode.portfolio
Google maps link: click hereWhen: 10am-11.30am
What to bring: Walking boots or wellies that you don’t mind getting a bit muddy! Bring binoculars if you have them.
DCRT will bring the clipboards, survey forms and identification sheets.What to expect: Identifying wading and wetland birds can be tricky, so please ask if you are unsure and share your knowledge with others if you know any tips and tricks! These events are great opportunities to practise and learn birding skills, as well as contributing to the BTO’s Core Counts records (read more about core counts here)
Refreshments (hot drinks) provided at the end of the eventJoining us? All are welcome, including beginners.
Sometimes events are cancelled due to flooding on the site or bad weather, please let us know if you plan to attend by emailing [email protected] or texting Sally on 07780333743Access on Site
- 1313.February.Tuesday
Swinton Dike - Volunteer Day
Swinton Dike3 North St, Swinton, Mexborough S64 8AZ, UKJoin the Friends of the Don Valley Way as we work to clear up the litter in and around Swinton Dike.
When: Tuesday 13th February 2024 10am-1pm
Where: We will be in the park at the bottom of the allotments off of North Street, Swinton, S64 8AZ. What 3 Words: ///demanding.organisms.podcast. https://maps.app.goo.gl/AgC1V7RtanxodYtL8
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.
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.
Don Catchment Rivers Trust
10/11/2016
