Medway Wetlands Practical Volunteer

To aid in the management and restoration of habitats in the Medway Valley, working on Holborough Marsh, Peters Pit and Wouldham Common. You will work alongside other like-minded volunteers to improve wet grassland for breeding waders such as lapwing and redshank, chalk grassland for butterflies and wildflowers, as well as aid in the restoration of woodland and scrub habitats.

Location: Maidstone

  • Day: Thursday

  • Frequency: Weekly

  • Commitment: as frequently as you like.

What do you need?

  • No previous experience required
  • Willingness to work outside in all weathers
  • Suitable clothing and footwear

What will you gain?

  • Improved fitness & wellbeing
  • Meeting other like-minded people
  • Knowledge of habitat management and survey techniques

Commitment

  • Tasks run on Thursdays from 09.45AM - 3.00PM
  • Come as frequently as you like

Training

No training required but possibility of:

  • Brushcutter
  • First Aid
  • Group Leadership