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■ 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
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  • Sprotbrough Eco Fest

    Sprotbrough Eco Fest

    11:00 -17:00
    01-06-24
    Goldsmith Centre
    Cannot determine address at this location.

    We will be at the Sprotbrough Eco Fest running a stall with fun activities! Come and talk to us, learn about the River Don and our exciting All Hands on the Don project! There will be lots of stalls and activities to get involved in with other organisations.

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  • Butterfly Transect Survey at Grassmoor Country Park

    Butterfly Transect Survey at Grassmoor Country Park

    12:00 -13:30
    03-06-24
    Charlotte Landry-Jennings
    Grassmoor Country Park
    Grassmoor Country Park, Birkin Lane, Chesterfield, S42 5DA

    This year we will be conducting butterfly surveys at Grassmoor Country Park as part of the UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme. Come along to our weekly 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 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 3rd June 12pm – 1:30pm 
    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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  • Hexthorpe Park – Balsam Bash

    Hexthorpe Park – Balsam Bash

    10:00 -13:00
    04-06-24
    Anthony Cox
    Hexthorpe Park
    240 Urban Rd, Doncaster DN4 0HJ, UK

    Join the DOn Catchment Rivers Trust as we work to reduce the amount of Himalayan BAlsam on the Banks of the River Don at Hexthorpe Park. This day is a part of the All Hands on the Don Project.

    When: Tuesday 4th June 10am-1pm

    Where:  We will be meeting at the entrance to Hexthorpe Park at 209 Urban Rd, Doncaster DN4 0HH. What 3 Words: ///cats.amount.class. Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ixPMiyudBuMMqqNz8

    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.

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  • Sprotbrough – Butterfly and Dragonfly Survey

    Sprotbrough – Butterfly and Dragonfly Survey

    11:00 -12:30
    05-06-24
    Rebecca Ford
    Sprotbrough Ings
    Cannot determine address at this location.

    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. 

     

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  • Wetland Bird Survey at Fishlake

    Wetland Bird Survey at Fishlake

    10:00 -11:30
    10-06-24
    Sally Hyslop
    Fishlake Main Street
    Main Street, Fishlake, Doncaster

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    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 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

     

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  • Burcroft Hill – Volunteer Day

    Burcroft Hill – Volunteer Day

    10:00 -13:00
    11-06-24
    Anthony Cox
    Burcroft Hill, Conisbrough
    Burcroft Hill, Conisbrough, Doncaster DN12 3EE

    Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we work to clen up the River Don at Burcroft Hill in Conisbrough. This day is a part of the All Hands on the Don project.

    When: Tuesday 11th June 10am-1pm

    Where: We will be meating at the bottom of Burcroft Hill, Conisbrough, Doncaster DN12 3EE. What 3 words: ///drill.justifies.liver. Google Maps Pin: https://maps.app.goo.gl/SwaHEA3WDs81jpoTA

    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.

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  • Nature Counts: Wardsend Cemetery Bird Survey

    Nature Counts: Wardsend Cemetery Bird Survey

    10:00 -12:00
    17-06-24
    Wardsend Cemetery
    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 monthly bird surveys in the Cemetery and on the riverside to help collect data and monitor birdlife in the area. If you have birding 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! Bring binoculars if you have them.
    DCRT will bring the clipboards, survey forms and maps.
    We recommend downloading the Merlin Bird ID app if you are a beginner to help with identification.

     

    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.

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  • Meadow Survey at Grassmoor Country Park

    Meadow Survey at Grassmoor Country Park

    10:00 -13:00
    18-06-24
    Grassmoor Country Park
    Grassmoor Country Park, Birkin Lane, Chesterfield, S42 5DA

    Help us monitor the vegetation at Grassmoor Country Park to determine how it changes as a result of our natural flood management and habitat enhancement scheme. We will be doing plant surveys in and around the flood storage features, recording the abundance of particular species. Though some experience of plant ID would be helpful, it’s not essential so please do come along if you would like to get involved and learn about some of the plants found in the country park. 

     

    When: Tuesday 18th June 2024, 10am-1pm 

     

    Where: Grassmoor Country Park, South Car Park, off Birkin Lane

    What three words: https://w3w.co/fully.sheds.formal
    Google maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/Sx6kfj45rM2ESdMF8

     

    What to bring: Walking boots or other sturdy shoes, long sleeves and trousers recommended, waterproofs if rain is forecast, suncream, water and plant ID books if you have them.

     

    Joining us? All are welcome, including beginners.
    Please let us know if you’ll be coming so we can plan accordingly – email [email protected]

     

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  • Hexthorpe Ings – Balsam Pulling

    Hexthorpe Ings – Balsam Pulling

    10:00 -13:00
    18-06-24
    Anthony Cox
    Hexthorpe Ings
    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 18th June 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.

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  • Fishlake – Butterfly and Dragonfly Survey

    Fishlake – Butterfly and Dragonfly Survey

    11:00 -12:30
    19-06-24
    Rebecca Ford
    Fishlake Main Street
    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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  • Warmsworth Cenetery – Balasam Bash

    Warmsworth Cenetery – Balasam Bash

    10:00 -13:00
    25-06-24
    Anthony Cox
    Warmsworth Cemetery
    14 Heath Ct, Warmsworth, Doncaster DN4 9GE, UK

    Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust as we help to remove Himalayan Balsam along the River Don at Warmsworth Cemetery. This day is a part of the All Hands on the Don project.

    When: Tuesday 25th June 10am-1pm

    Where: We will be meeting at the entrance to Warmsworth Cemetery, Guest Lane, Doncaster, DN4 9NX.
    What 3 words: https://w3w.co/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 would also recomend you wear long sleaves to avoid being stung by nettles. 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.

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  • Walk Mill Island – Volunteer Day (must book)

    Walk Mill Island – Volunteer Day (must book)

    10:00 -13:00
    26-06-24
    Charlotte Landry-Jennings
    Walk Mill Island
    Cannot determine address at this location.

    Join the Don Catchment Rivers Trust and the Friends of the Blue Loop as we help to clean up litter on Walk Mill Island in the River Don. 

     

    DCRT are teaming up with Friends of the Blue Loop who look after the stretch of river from Victoria Quays to Meadowhall. We will be using a ladder to go down the wall onto Walk Mill Island at Effingham Street, and hauling up the litter using ropes and ton sacs. Confidence/competence to use the ladder is required for this activity.

     

    For this event, please book on via Eventbrite, even if you are an existing volunteer. All are welcome to attend, this will just help us gauge how much equipment we need. 

     

    When: Wednesday 26th June 2024, 10am-1pm.

     

    Where: We will be meeting at the junction of Effingham Street and Furnival Road, S10 1AA. Free parking is available on Effingham Street. 

    Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/JP4bq48nZjJy3PVb9
    what3words: https://w3w.co/flame.agenda.begin

     

    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 provide a tea break for refreshments.

     

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