Calendar Key: ■ River Don Volunteer Day (Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster) ■ River Rother Volunteer Day (Chesterfield) ■Volunteer Training Event ■Citizen Science Survey ■ DCRT Community Event ■Don, Dearne & Rother Network Event ■Find our stall here
Join the Friends of the Don Valley Way as we work to clean the Bentley Mill Dike. We will be working both in the channel and along the banks of the stream.
When: Meeting at 10am and finishing at 1pm. Where: Parking is on Limbreck Court road. There is other on street parking in the area and free parking at the pavilion. Just be careful when crossing the busy main road!
Task for the day: We will start the day with a tool talk and risk assessment. We’ll then make our way up stream removing litter and debris from the Mill Dike. Waders, life jackets and protective gear is provided to volunteers. If you are litter picking around the river (not wading) we recommend wearing sturdy shoes and clothing suitable for outdoor work. All waders and shoes are cleaned at the end of the day.
Teabreak: We will be stopping half way through for a tea break, refreshments are provided.
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.
On these summer sessions we will be tackling Himalayan Balsam in the Moss Valley. Locations for these days will vary so please email [email protected] for more information.
Timings: We will be meeting at 10am and finishing at 3pm.
What to bring: Please wear long sleeves and trousers to avoid being nettled. If you are staying for the full day please bring a packed lunch. We will provide warm drinks (Tea, coffee ect) and some biscuits.
We are delighted to announce that you can now book your place on the upcoming Don, Dearne & Rother Network event: Network Day 2022.
We are really looking forward to welcoming you on the day, get the chance to reconnect, and to hear about some of the great work that has been happening across the catchment!
We are currently finalising the agenda and programme for the day, and further details will be sent out shortly.
Book on to the annual conference through Eventbrite!
On these summer sessions we will be tackling Himalayan Balsam in the Moss Valley. Locations for these days will vary so please email [email protected] for more information.
Timings: We will be meeting at 10am and finishing at 3pm.
What to bring: Please wear long sleeves and trousers to avoid being nettled. If you are staying for the full day please bring a packed lunch. We will provide warm drinks (Tea, coffee ect) and some biscuits.
What to bring: We will provide all necessary equipment and refreshments. All you need to wear is appropriate outdoor clothing (waterproof, long sleeves and trousers) and sturdy shoes.
Join the Friends of the Don Valley Way as we work with the Friends of Shircliffe to clean up the Shircliffe Brook as it runs through Flockton Park.
We will be meeting at 10am in the small car park off Beaver Hill Road and finishing at 1pm. There will be a break half way through for refreshments. We will complete a risk assessment on the day to assure the safety of all our volunteers. Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. On the day we will be providing wellies and waders for people to borrow however we have a limited amount of sizes so please bring sturdy footwear.
If you are not yet signed up as a volunteer please email [email protected]
Join Don Catchment Rivers Trust for a volunteer day on the Rother catchment. All abilities welcome!
If you would like to join our events and are new to the Trust, please email [email protected] to get signed up!
Location: Footpath along River Hipper, back of North Car Park, off Boythorpe Rd, Chesterfield S40 2NF
Alternatively use this link– https://goo.gl/maps/WhzZ4ExFhd9Hx1jN9
Metered parking off boythorpe road, volunteers can claim expenses.
What to bring: We will provide all necessary equipment and refreshments. All you need to wear is appropriate outdoor clothing (waterproof, long sleeves and trousers) and sturdy shoes.
On these summer sessions we will be tackling Himalayan Balsam in the Moss Valley. Locations for these days will vary so please email [email protected] for more information.
Timings: We will be meeting at 10am and finishing at 3pm.
What to bring: Please wear long sleeves and trousers to avoid being nettled. If you are staying for the full day please bring a packed lunch. We will provide warm drinks (Tea, coffee ect) and some biscuits.