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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
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  • Sprotbrough Eco Fest
    11:00 -17:00
    01-06-24
    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
    12:00 -13:30
    03-06-24
    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
    10:00 -13:00
    04-06-24
    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
    11:00 -12:30
    05-06-24
    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
    10:00 -11:30
    10-06-24
    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

     

    Access on Site

     

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  • Burcroft Hill – Volunteer Day
    10:00 -13:00
    11-06-24
    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
    10:00 -12:00
    17-06-24
    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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  • Hexthorpe Ings – Balsam Pulling
    10:00 -13:00
    18-06-24
    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
    11:00 -12:30
    19-06-24
    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
    10:00 -13:00
    25-06-24
    1A Club Mill Rd, Sheffield S6 2FH, 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: ///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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