You may have heard us mention the National Trust’s Riverlands Project in our post about the Parish Assembly in June.
The aim of the Riverlands Project is to create rivers and catchments that are clean healthy and rich in wildlife. The Trust wants the project to inspire people to connect with rivers, nature and wildlife in order to increase awareness of the relevance of rivers and freshwater in all of our lives.
The Porlock Vale Streams project is one of twelve catchments throughout the UK which will be restored and improved over the course of 5 years.
You can read more about the Riverlands project here (pdf)
Riverlands Events
As part of the project the trust are holding a series of special events and they are also looking for volunteers to participate in various conservation tasks.
Volunteering
The first volunteer group is focused on wellbeing and will be meeting up for 4 hours a month from September. Offering a chance to get involved in a variety of conservation opportunities, from wildlife surveying to practical conservation work. The main aim of the group is to improve physical and mental wellbeing in a fun and supportive environment, whilst spending time outdoors and getting closer to nature.
The group will meet on the 27th September, 25th October, 22nd November, and 17th December from 10am till 2pm. Hot drinks and biscuits will be provided but bring a packed lunch. Transport is available if needed.
For more information contact Sammy Fraser, Engagement Officer on 07741129245 or email samantha.fraser@nationaltrust.org.uk
In addition to volunteering there are also some great family events happening at Holnicote this summer:
Family Sleep Out at Horner Farm
Friday 16th August to Saturday 17th August
Spend a night under the stars at Horner Farm as part of the Riverlands Project, with river dipping, bat detecting, star gazing and toasting marshmallows. Get up early next morning to enjoy a walk in Horner Woods before packing up.
To register contact Sammy Fraser, Engagement Officer, details as above
Download a Sleep Out leaflet (pdf)
Pond dipping and picnic events
The Trust will also be holding a series of Pond dipping and Picnic events for families during the summer holidays on Tues 6th August, Weds 14th August, Tues 20th August and Weds 28th August from 11am to 1pm at Blackford Wood – Booking essential with a suggested donation of £2 per child. Contact Sammy – details above.
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