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Join naturalist Julie Riley on a gentle Dawn Chorus walk along the River Don in its industrial heartland. Aimed at beginners, we will try to use sight and sound to identify the birds that make the river their home, while learning a little bit about the history of the area. Male songbirds sing loudly on spring mornings to defend their territories and attract a mate – it really is worth the early wake up call!
Bring binoculars if you have them and wear a pair of sturdy boots and clothes suitable for the weather.
If you would like to join us on the walk please email [email protected] to book a place – Free.
Volunteer River Rescue: Dalton Brook clean-up
Meeting Point: Meet in the Asda overflow car-park with the recycling bins, situated next to the entrance to Aldwarke Lock, Dalton
Time: 10am-1pm with a break for refreshments.
Email [email protected] for more information or call task-leader Sally Hyslop on 07780333743.
Please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work. If you would like to borrow waders or wellingtons please let a member of the team know beforehand.
Don Valley Way Volunteer Day: Mexborough Hot-Spot
Meeting Point: Meet at the bottom of Meadow Way, Mexborough.
Time: 10am-1pm with a break for refreshments.
Please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work. Please note that there are no toilets on this site. Email [email protected] for more information or call task-leader Matt Duffy on 07825911973.
The River Don eroded its course into rocks that are many millions of years old and these can be seen in the valley sides of the Don Gorge today. Join geoconservationist Rick Ramsdale of Sheffield Area Geology Trust on a guided walk along the Don Gorge. Discover the Don Gorge’s fascinating geological history and find out about the formation of today’s landscape! The event is free of charge, however please book your place by contacting the Don Catchment Rivers Trust (phone: 01302 796173 or email: [email protected]). The walk will start at The Boat Inn, Sprotbrough – please note that the walk will involve walking up a fairly steep slope to reach the top of the gorge.
Meeting Point: At the back of Morrison’s car park, York Rd, Doncaster, DN5 8XG.
Time: 10am-1pm with a break for refreshments.
Please wear suitable clothing for outdoor work. Email [email protected] for more information or call task-leader Matt Duffy on 07825911973.
Task: We are taking a school group down to the Swaithe Dike to teach them about fresh water ecology so we are hoping to clear the site of as much litter as we can to make it a pleasant experience for them.