Volunteer with the Northam Burrows Rangers this Winter!
If one of your New Year's resolutions is to spend more time outdoors, learn new skills or meet new people, why not join the Northam Burrows Ranger team for a series of practical conservation tasks this winter!
Volunteer recruitment is now open for an exciting programme of activities designed to help care for local nature reserves and green spaces. From wildflower meadow management to beach cleans and dune fencing, these hands-on projects are a great way to get active, support vital conservation work and connect with like-minded people.
Upcoming Events:
- Monday 26th January (1pm - 4pm) - Harvest mouse survey training, Northam Burrows Country Park
- Wednesday 28th January (10am - 3pm) - Wildflower meadow management, Bideford
- Saturday 31st January (10am - 12pm) - Beach clean, Westward Ho! slipway
- Wednesday 11th February (10am - 3pm) - Dune fencing, Northam Burrows Country Park
- Wednesday 25th February (10am - 3pm) - Wildflower meadow management, Bideford
- Saturday 28th February (10am - 12pm) - Beach clean, Westward Ho! slipway
- Wednesday 11th March (10am - 3pm) - Wildflower verge management, Bideford
- Saturday 21st March (10am - 12pm) - Beach clean, Westward Ho! slipway
- Wednesday 25th March (10am - 3pm) - Dune fencing, Northam Burrows Country Park
Councillor Cheryl Cottle-Hunkin, Lead Member for Culture and Community Engagement, said:
"These volunteering events are a fantastic way to care for our beautiful country park and green spaces. They offer opportunities to learn practical skills, enjoy the outdoors and build connections with like-minded members of the community. Whether you're planting wildflowers, cleaning beaches or helping with dune fencing, you'll be part of a collective effort that strengthens local pride and creates a greener Torridge for everyone. I encourage everyone to get involved and make a real difference to our local environment!"
All events are free to attend and all equipment is provided, but pre-booking is essential. No experience necessary - everyone is welcome!
Please email [email protected] or call 01237 479708 for more information.
Jan 26
