This year we will be conducting butterfly surveys at Grassmoor Country Park as part of the UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme. Come along on our first session of the year to see what it is all about! We will be following a set transect line across the park, counting, identifying and recording what butterfly species we spot. Have a look at the transect route here.

You do not have to have previous experience in butterfly identification as we will have a mixed ability group and visual training aids to help us in the field. 

These DCRT led surveys will be occurring on the first Monday of every month. If you enjoy the transect, you could look at taking ownership of the survey once a month and contributing to our target of a full 26 week dataset! This will involve sending your observations to Charlotte at DCRT who will submit them to UKBMS. If you are interested in taking on this citizen science project, come along to this first session or contact Charlotte via [email protected] for more information. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Butterfly surveys are best carried out on bright sunny days so be prepared for this event to be cancelled in rainy weather. Please confirm your attendance via email so you can be notified of any changes. 

When: Monday 1st April 12pm – 2pm (approximate length as it is the first session)
Where: Grassmoor Country park, South car park off Birkin Lane
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Google Maps pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6AgsChe7MeeauAu28
What to bring: Wear suitable clothing for being outdoors and your own refreshments. If you have binoculars, bring them too!
Access on site:

Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to clean up the River Don around Warmsworth Cemetery. This day is part of the All Hands on the Don project.

When: Tuesday 2nd April 2024 10am-1pm

Where: We will be meeting at the entrance to Warmsworth Cemetery, Guest Lane, Doncaster, DN4 9NX. What 3 words: ///whimpered.lollipop.decorator. Google Maps Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/xHS87PNMaJo3WnTE8

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.

Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to clean up along the river Rother.

When: Thursday 4th April 2024, 10am – 1pm

Where: Please meet near the junction of Rothervale Road and Lincoln St (Derby Road end), S40 2EW
What 3 words: ///data.noisy.zips
Google Maps pin: https://goo.gl/maps/mgKV687fMGV9BmBz5

What to bring: We will provide all necessary equipment and refreshments. Please wear is appropriate outdoor clothing (waterproof, long sleeves and trousers) and sturdy shoes. 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.

Tasks include: Litter picking

Contact us: Let us know if you are coming as a new volunteer via email at [email protected]

Joining us? All are welcome however not all of our sites are completely accessible to all, please check the access advice below. 

Where: Great Ings, Fishlake
Meeting at: On-street parking on Main Street down from the
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Google maps link: click here

When: 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 event

Joining 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 07780333743

Access on Site