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June | 1 - Hexthorpe Ings – Balsam Bash
10:00 -13:00 01-07-25 Cannot determine address at this location.  Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to reduce the effects of Himilayan Balsam on the Banks of the River Don at Hexthorpe Ings. This day is a part of the All Hands on the Don Project. When: Tuesday 1st July 10am-1pm Where: Bramworth Road, Hexthorpe, Doncaster, DN4 OHW. What 3 Words: ///train.lived.wipes Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TyK3UW7JJmbQyjy89 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.
| 2 - Moss Valley – Balsam Bash
10:00 -13:00 02-07-25 Ford Wheel Dam Car Park, Bridge Inn, Sheffield S12 3YD Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to remove the invasive plant species Himalayan Balsam from the banks of the Moss in the Moss Valley! When: Wednesday 2nd July, 10am – 1pm Where: We will be meeting in the Ford Wheel Dam car park, S12 3YD
What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/ages.kicked.jazzy
Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bq3PAnbJhG6CqK7T9 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 can 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 walking along the paths along the river, pulling up Himalayan Balsam and leaving it in piles once we have snaped or crushed it below the bottom node. We will have a break at for refreshments and biscuits, provided by DCRT. 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 officer Charlotte Landry-Jennings 07561588275. - Fishlake – Butterfly and Dragonfly Survey
11:00 -12:30 02-07-25 Main Street, Fishlake, Doncaster 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.
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7 | 8 - Meadow Way – Cleanup Day
10:00 -13:00 08-07-25 15 Meadow Way, Swinton, Mexborough S64 8BE, UK Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we work to clean up the river Don around the Don Valley Way at Meadow Way in Swinton. This day is a part of the All Hands on the Don Project. When: Tuesday 8th July 2025 10am-1pm Where: We will be meeting at the end of Meadow Way, Swinton, Mexborough, S64 8AB. What 3 Words: ///rejoined.package.burns. Google Maps Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/ev7yKoeCpxZAPakq7 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. - Fishlake – Floodplain Grassland Botany Survey
10:00 -12:30 08-07-25 Main Street, Fishlake, Doncaster Where: Great Ings, Fishlake Meeting at: On-street parking on Main Street Google maps link: click here When: 11am-12:30am What to bring: Walking boots or wellies that you don’t mind getting a bit muddy! DCRT will bring the clipboards, hand lenses, survey forms and identification sheets. What to expect: Identifying plants 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 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 Rebecca on 07561 588215.
| 9 - CANCELLED – Pinch Mill Brook – Balsam Bash
10:00 -13:00 09-07-25 Cannot determine address at this location.  THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE BALSAM FLOWERS GOING INTO SEED AND SO IT NOT BEING VIABLE TO WORK ON THE SITE ANYMORE. We do not want to risk disturbing the seed pods and spreading them. Each site in our catchment is different so please check our other volunteer days for more opportunities. Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust alongside Rotherham Council, as we help to remove the invasive plant species Himalayan Balsam from the banks of the Pinch Mill Brook in Whiston. When: Wednesday 9th July 10am-1pm Where: We will be meeting on the lay by, adjacent to the fishing ponds of Pinchmill Fishery (Pinchmill Farm, Wickersley, Rotherham S60 4NJ)
What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/finishing.dinner.race
Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WGTqCjuMrtWXu9Ti7 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 can 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 walking along the paths along the river, pulling up Himalayan Balsam and leaving it in piles once we have snaped or crushed it below the bottom node. We will have a break at for refreshments and biscuits, provided by DCRT. 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 officer Charlotte Landry-Jennings 07561588275.
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14 - Wetland Bird Survey – Fishlake
10:00 -12:00 14-07-25 Main Street, Fishlake, Doncaster Where: Great Ings, Fishlake
Meeting at: On-street parking on Main Street down from the pub/church
What three words: ///heaven.abode.portfolio
Google maps link: click here When: 10am-Midday What to bring: Walking boots or wellies that you don’t mind getting a bit muddy! It gets very cold on the site so wrap up warm
Bring binoculars if you have them or borrow a pair of ours.
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 - Butterfly Transect Survey at Grassmoor Country Park
12:30 -14:00 14-07-25 Grassmoor Country Park, Birkin Lane, Chesterfield, S42 5DA This year we will be continuing our butterfly surveys at Grassmoor Country Park as part of the UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme. Come along to our monthly session where we will be following a set transect line across the park, counting, identifying and recording what butterfly species we spot. 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 second 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 a 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 14th July 12:30 – 2pm
Where: Grassmoor Country park, South car park off Birkin Lane
What3words: https://what3words.com/ensemble.beards.germinate
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!
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| 15 - Hexthorpe Ings – Balsam Bash
10:00 -13:00 15-07-25 Cannot determine address at this location. Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to reduce the effects of Himilayan Balsam on the Banks of the River Don at Hexthorpe Ings. This day is a part of the All Hands on the Don Project. When: Tuesday 15th July 10am-1pm Where: Bramworth Road, Hexthorpe, Doncaster, DN4 OHW. What 3 Words: ///train.lived.wipes Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TyK3UW7JJmbQyjy89 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.
| 16 - Moss Valley – Balsam Bash
10:00 -13:00 16-07-25 Ford Wheel Dam Car Park, Bridge Inn, Sheffield S12 3YD Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to remove the invasive plant species Himalayan Balsam from the banks of the Moss in the Moss Valley! When: Wednesday 16th July, 10am – 1pm Where: We will be meeting in the Ford Wheel Dam car park, S12 3YD
What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/ages.kicked.jazzy
Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bq3PAnbJhG6CqK7T9 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 can 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 walking along the paths along the river, pulling up Himalayan Balsam and leaving it in piles once we have snaped or crushed it below the bottom node. We will have a break at for refreshments and biscuits, provided by DCRT. 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 officer Charlotte Landry-Jennings 07561588275. - Sprotbrough – Butterfly and Dragonfly Survey
11:00 -12:30 16-07-25 Where: Sprotbrough Ings, Sprotbrough Parking: On-street parking on Newton Lane under the bridge, google maps link: click here Meeting location: On foot, take a right turn at the end of Newton lane, 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 practice 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.
| 17 - River Loxley – Balsam Bash
10:00 -13:00 17-07-25 Cannot determine address at this location. Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust alongside Friends of Loxley Valley, as we help to remove the invasive plant species Himalayan Balsam from the River Loxley in Sheffield When: Thursday 17th July 10am-1pm Where: We will be focusing our efforts on the Sykehouse Brook this week, a tributary of the River Loxley above the Water Treatment Works and the old Brickworks. There is limited parking at Loxley Fisheries (here) or you can park along the derelict site at your own discretion (here). Please car share/cycle/use public transport where possible. We will be meeting at the Loxley Fisheries car park, Storrs Bridge Ln, Sheffield S6 6SX
What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/worth.logo.chips
Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PWaeZXvhofEioko49 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 can 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 walking along the paths along the river, pulling up Himalayan Balsam and leaving it in piles once we have snaped or crushed it below the bottom node. We will have a break at for refreshments and biscuits, provided by DCRT. 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 officer Charlotte Landry-Jennings 07561588275.
| 18 - Scout Dike Reservoir, Penistone – Balsam Bash
10:00 -13:00 18-07-25 Cannot determine address at this location. Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to remove the invasive plant species Himalayan Balsam from the inlet to the Scout Dike reservoir, in the upstream catchment of the River Don. When: Friday 18th July, 10am – 1pm Where: We will be meeting at the reservoir car park on Huddersfield Road, Penistone, Thurlstone, Sheffield S36 7GF
What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/indoor.should.healers
Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wQ1KyVWymtMiKFvc6 Parking info: There is free car parking at the Barnsley Trout Club/Scout Dike reservoir car park however it does get busy. There is a layby parking down the A629 (Halifax Road) that is a short walk away (see Google Maps here). Please do not park in the lorry turning space (see Google Maps here) or else you will get towed away. What to expect: We will be working along the footpaths of Scout Dike reservoir, pulling up Himalayan Balsam and leaving it in piles once we have snaped or crushed it below the bottom node. We will have a break at for refreshments and biscuits, provided by DCRT. 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 can provide wellingtons to borrow on the day but please let us know in advance by emailing [email protected] to ensure we have your size. 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 officer Charlotte Landry-Jennings 07561588275.
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21 - Nature Counts: Wardsend Cemetery Butterfly Survey
10:00 -12:00 21-07-25 1A Club Mill Rd, Sheffield S6 2FH, UK  Sheffield & Rotherham Wildlife Trust, DCRT and the friends of Wardsend Cemetery have teamed up to collect Data for Nature as part of the Heritage Lottery Funded Data for Nature project.
We’ll be hosting our yearly butterfly survey in the Cemetery and on the riverside to help collect data and monitor insect-life in the area. If you have identification skills we’d really appreciate your help surveying, or if you are a beginner come along to practise your skills! Where: Wardsend Cemetery, Club Mill Road, End of Livesey Street, Sheffield
What three words: https://what3words.com/grows.cross.spine
Google maps link: click here What to bring: Walking boots or wellies that you don’t mind getting a bit muddy!
DCRT will bring the clipboards, survey forms and maps. Joining us? All are welcome, including beginners.
Please let us know if you’ll be coming so we can plan accordingly – email [email protected] All data is recorded and can be viewed on the NatureCounts Website, Wardsend Cemetery Project. Access on Site:
| 22 - Bentley Mill Dike – Cleanup Day
10:00 -13:00 22-07-25 Cannot determine address at this location. Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to clean up the Bentley Mill Dike along Finkle Street in Bentley. This day is a part of the All Hands on the Don project. When: Tuesday 5th December 2023 10am-1pm Where: Outside 19 Finkle Street, Bentley, Doncaster, DN5 0RP. What 3 words: ///exile.manage.cheek. Google Maps Pin: https://goo.gl/maps/xuspiy8umnB1w2rM6 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. We also provide a tea break for refreshments 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 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 - Fishlake – Floodplain Grassland Botany Survey
10:00 -12:30 22-07-25 Main Street, Fishlake, Doncaster Where: Great Ings, Fishlake Meeting at: On-street parking on Main Street Google maps link: click here When: 11am-12:30am What to bring: Walking boots or wellies that you don’t mind getting a bit muddy! DCRT will bring the clipboards, hand lenses, survey forms and identification sheets. What to expect: Identifying plants 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 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 Rebecca on 07561 588215.
| 23 - CANCELLED – Pinch Mill Brook – Balsam Bash
10:00 -13:00 23-07-25 Cannot determine address at this location. THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE BALSAM FLOWERS GOING INTO SEED AND SO IT NOT BEING VIABLE TO WORK ON THE SITE ANYMORE. We do not want to risk disturbing the seed pods and spreading them. Each site in our catchment is different so please check our other volunteer days for more opportunities. Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust alongside Rotherham Council, as we help to remove the invasive plant species Himalayan Balsam from the banks of the Pinch Mill Brook in Whiston. When: Wednesday 23rd July 10am-1pm Where: We will be meeting on the lay by, adjacent to the fishing ponds of Pinchmill Fishery (Pinchmill Farm, Wickersley, Rotherham S60 4NJ)
What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/finishing.dinner.race
Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/WGTqCjuMrtWXu9Ti7 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 can 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 walking along the paths along the river, pulling up Himalayan Balsam and leaving it in piles once we have snaped or crushed it below the bottom node. We will have a break at for refreshments and biscuits, provided by DCRT. 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 officer Charlotte Landry-Jennings 07561588275. - Priory Farm – Balsam Bash
10:00 -13:00 23-07-25 Cannot determine address at this location. Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust at Priory Farm in Renishaw to help remove the invasive plant species Himalayan balsam. Himalayan Balsam outcompetes native flora and results in bare river banks over winter which can increase erosion and flood risk. We’ll be pulling out the plants and snapping above the roots to prevent regrowth. This work goes hand in hand with our efforts to slow flows through the woods at Priory farm using leaky barriers of varying shapes and sizes which we’ll continue with later in the year. Spaces are limited so please book on to this event using the Eventbrite link below. PLEASE NOTE: This event is weather dependent as the site floods. If it has been, or is forecast to be wet, we may need to postpone. We will contact you if this is the case. Task: Removing Himalayan balsam When: Wednesday 23rd July, 10am-1pm Where: Priory Farm woodlands (off Barbers Row), Renishaw What 3 Words: ///music.form.inform Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bPbcpqSzg5hmw5Kj9 What to bring: Please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work including long sleeves and trousers that you don’t mind getting muddy! Wellies will be required – please bring your own or let us know asap what size you’ll need for us to bring you a pair (email [email protected]). We will also provide refreshments and biscuits for a tea break but please bring water and any other food you may need. Joining us? All are welcome but please note there is no toilet and the site is not completely accessible to all so please check the access advice below. There are limited spaces at this event due to the nature of the work so it is essential to book on using the link below. Any queries please contact [email protected] / 07741 747283 Book your space here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/priory-farm-leaky-barriers-balsam-bash-tickets-1325039913049?aff=oddtdtcreator - Youth Angling Session
11:00 -13:00 23-07-25 Cannot determine address at this location.  Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust and Get Fishing! Booking required!
Spend time by the water learning to fish and receive one-to-one tuition with our angling coaches. When: Wednesday 23rd July 2025 11am – 1pm Where: We will be meeting at the canal off Doncaster Rd, Denaby Main, Mexborough S64 0JD. What 3 words: ///collides.summit.affirming Google Maps pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/pgb6p7JVRgxWfmAU8
What to bring: We provide all of the equipment on the day, including seating, however, please wear suitable clothing for the outdoors, including sensible footwear 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 Project Assistant Ben Curl [email protected], 07842 631352. Joining us? All are welcome but booking is required to attend as one to one coaching is provided. However, not all of our sites are completely accessible, please check the access advice below. Refreshments are provided, but feel free to bring a packed lunch! Booking: To book email [email protected], or contact Project Assistant Ben Curl [email protected], 07842 631352. Please inform us if you have a nut allergy as ground bait may contain nuts. We can provide a suitable alternative.
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28 | 29 - CANCELLED Hexthorpe Ings Balsam Bash
10:00 -13:00 29-07-25 Cannot determine address at this location. THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCLLED AS THE BALSAM HAS STARTED TO SEED Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to reduce the effects of Himilayan Balsam on the Banks of the River Don at Hexthorpe Ings. This day is a part of the All Hands on the Don Project. When: Tuesday 29th July 10am-1pm Where: Bramworth Road, Hexthorpe, Doncaster, DN4 OHW. What 3 Words: ///train.lived.wipes Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/TyK3UW7JJmbQyjy89 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. - Shirebrook Valley Nature Reserve Bioblitz (Find our stall!)
| 30 - Moss Valley – Balsam Bash
10:00 -13:00 30-07-25 Ford Wheel Dam Car Park, Bridge Inn, Sheffield S12 3YD Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to remove the invasive plant species Himalayan Balsam from the banks of the Moss in the Moss Valley! When: Wednesday 30th July, 10am – 1pm Where: We will be meeting in the Ford Wheel Dam car park, S12 3YD
What 3 Words: https://w3w.co/ages.kicked.jazzy
Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bq3PAnbJhG6CqK7T9 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 can 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 walking along the paths along the river, pulling up Himalayan Balsam and leaving it in piles once we have snaped or crushed it below the bottom node. We will have a break at for refreshments and biscuits, provided by DCRT. 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 officer Charlotte Landry-Jennings 07561588275. - Fishlake – Butterfly and Dragonfly Survey
11:00 -12:30 30-07-25 Main Street, Fishlake, Doncaster 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.
| 31 - Blonk Street – Clean Up
10:00 -13:00 31-07-25 Cannot determine address at this location.  Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we work to remove litter in and along the River Don in Sheffield. We will be aiming to remove litter from the river banks. We will be accessing the river by the slope down from the footpath. When: Thursday 31st July, 10am – 1pm Where: We will be meeting in Windrush Way car park. This car park is small and fills up easily. Please do wait at the meeting place in case I have difficultly parking the van. For volunteers, I would recommend the Victoria Quays car park which is relatively cheap but a 5 min walk to the meet up point. Alternatively there is the NCP Blonk Street which is just the other side of the river so a shorter walk but more expensive. Either way, please claim back your travel expenses!
Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/295NS9CCybuVYwi37
what3words: https://w3w.co/silk.sling.living What to expect: We will be working along the banks of the river, collecting litter and bringing it back up to the road. We will have a break at 11:30 am for refreshments and biscuits, provided by DCRT. 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] to ensure we have your size. 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 officer Charlotte Landry-Jennings 07561588275.
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