Why do we need you?

We are a dedicated team of weather worn volunteers, roving the Darenth area, going wherever the work needs to be done. The roving nature of the team means that we visit different sites each week which vary between wetland, chalk grassland to woodland and bogland habitats. The diversity of sites and locations across the west side of the county gives a broad variety of volunteering opportunities all year round.

Without this roving team some of the best wildlife habitat in the Darenth area would soon be lost as it requires continual effort to maintain them. Many of the reserves sit within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty or have special designations due to the rare species you can find there.

A day in your life might include

You can expect to be carrying out:

• scrub bashing,
• coppicing,
• fence repairs,
• clearing and maintaining footpaths and managing glades.

In summer we also carry out wildlife surveys.

Experience and Skills needed for this role

• No previous experience required
• You should be happy to work outdoors in all weathers
• Willing to work as part of a team

Benefits and Training opportunities

• Full training is given to complete various reserve management tasks.
• There is also the opportunity to complete further training in operating machinery and becoming a Task Day Leader.
• Reasonable expenses can be paid.

Considerations

• The volunteer role is open to applicants over the age of 16

• Various locations. Come weekly, monthly or on an ad-hoc basis.