Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we conduct habitat improvement tasks along the Moss Brook, SE Sheffield! 

We will be installing several ‘Large Woody Debris (LWD)’ structures. LWD is essential for healthy rivers, providing shelter for young fish, reducing fine sediments within the channel and trapping organic matter for invertebrates as well as a number of other vital functions. For more information on this and to read about a case study in Somersall Park, Chesterfield, click here. Working with our Fishery Habitat Officer – Matt Duffy – who will be using a chainsaw to fell trees into the channel, volunteers are needed to initially help ensure the felling area is clear of the public, winch trees into position and secure using metal cable and crimps. Winching can be quite physical so some fitness is needed.

These sessions will be happening throughout August and September but come along to see what it is all about! Please let Matt or Charlotte know that you will be attending the session by emailing [email protected]. This is particularly important as we need a minimum of three people to run the days. 

These are full day sessions. We will provide plenty of tea and biscuits but please bring your own lunch and water. 

When: Tuesday 13th August, 9:30am – 3:30pm 
Where: Meeting point to be confirmed – it will either be at Ford Wheel Dam car park at the top of the catchment (https://maps.app.goo.gl/bq3PAnbJhG6CqK7T9) or to the east, nearer Eckington. We will email you on Monday to confirm so another reason to let us know you’re coming! 

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. Even if it is warm weather, it is advisable to cover up to protect against spiky plants and stings. We will provide wellingtons to borrow on the day but please let us know in advance by emailing [email protected] to ensure we have your size. 

What to expect: We will be working in and along the river banks, moving trees and debris. All training will be provided.

Book a LIMITED space on eventbrite here

Join Don Catchment Rivers Trust and Doncaster Skate Cooperative for a Litter-pick and skate!
Litter-pick a bag of rubbish and DSC will award you with a voucher for a FREE SKATE SESSION at DSC’s twisted skate park in Marshgate, Doncaster, plus you’ll receive a LIMITED EDITION sticker for your board!

Give it a go – FREE skating trials
We’ll be at Anchorage Lane Skate Park, cleaning up the nearby stream and riverside.
After the litter-pick, DSC will be offering free trials and lessons

Litter-pick sessions are at:
Morning 11am-12pm
Afternoon 1-2pm
Make sure to book a limited free ticket

What to bring
DCRT will bring all the protective gear you need for the session. DSC will be bringing boards and safety equipment. Refreshments will be provided.

Under 18?
Accompanying under 16s are to be supervised by an adult guardian. Those between 16-18 need written permission from a parent/guardian if unaccompanied.

Where: Great Ings, Fishlake 

Meeting at: On-street parking on Main Street, Google maps link click here

When: 11am-12:30pm

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 butterflies and dragonflies 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 ID skills, as well as contributing to county records

Refreshments (hot drinks) provided at the end of the event.

Joining us? All are welcome, including beginners. Please let us know if you plan to attend by emailing [email protected] or texting 07561588215.

Sometimes events are cancelled due to flooding on the site or bad weather. 

This August we will be walking our Heritage Walks around the catchment, checking on our waymarking signs, picking up litter and learning about the catchment history as we go. 

What to expect:

Join us to walk the 1.6 mile ‘Industrial Sheffield‘ route, developed as part of the DCRT Don Valley Way (DVW). The DVW is a 29 mile walk stretching from Sheffield to Doncaster. This particular circular route is an offshoot of the main way, taking in Sheffield’s past. On this walk we will be exploring Kelham Island. It is an urban walk with paved paths but please wear sturdy footwear anyway.

As part of our volunteer day we will be checking the status of the way markers and updating them if necessary with new ones. We will also do some litter picking along the way and we will stop to take in the history of the route and to look out for nature! All equipment (gloves, litter pickers, bin bags) will be provided. A tea break will be provided by DCRT too. 

Distance: 1.6 miles
Grading: Circular walk, urban, paved 
Starting point: Kelham Island museum 
Google Maps pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/n9tzjUve4Vc81kNo7
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If you are intending on attending, please let Charlotte know via email ([email protected]) or phone (07561588275).

Edlington

We’ll be joining our partners Right Up Our Street on Saturday 17th August, 11am-4pm, with a host of other organisations for a fun family day, including the incredible art experience, About No Fit State – Bamboo “A spectacular new high-impact, high-skill outdoor circus production using only bamboo and human bodies – revealing the fragility and beauty of our interconnected and interdependent life on this planet.”

Drop by our stall for river and nature based creative activities.

Click here for more info about the event and to register your interest in attending with Right Up Our Street.

Stainforth

We’ll be joining our partners Right Up Our Street on Sunday 18th August, 11am-4pm, with a host of other organisations for a fun family day, including the incredible art experience, About No Fit State – Bamboo “A spectacular new high-impact, high-skill outdoor circus production using only bamboo and human bodies – revealing the fragility and beauty of our interconnected and interdependent life on this planet.”

Drop by our stall for river and nature based creative activities.

Click here for more info about the event and to register your interest in attending with Right Up Our Street.