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Tarbert In Bloom - Isle of Harris

Tarbert In Bloom are a Community group of volunteers with the aim of maintaining and improving the village of Tarbert, Isle of Harris with regards to grass cutting, ground maintenance and florals.

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Becoming a volunteer can be a fantastic and flexible way of going that extra step for Scotland's wildlife.

Our volunteering opportunities range from admin support in one of our offices, to getting your hands dirty on one of our reserves. Below you will find a link to view our current volunteering opportunities, as well links to some frequently asked questions (FAQs), testimonials from past and current volunteers and information specific to practical volunteering placements and residential volunteering.

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Becoming a wildlife volunteer with the Scottish Wildlife Trust is a rewarding way to give back to nature. Explore our current volunteering opportunities online.

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The Bee Line To Nature project is focused on improving greenspaces across Larkhall for the benefit of pollinators and people. The project seeks to increase biodiversity and pollination opportunities through increased planting and preservation of ‘wilder’ areas. Wherever possible resources are reused and recycled to decrease the amount of material going into landfill.
Bee Line To Nature opportunities may be at Hareleeshill Community Garden or at local schools, nurseries or other green spaces throughout Larkhall.

We would require volunteers to do general weeding & soil maintenance, seed/bulb planting/pruning trees, bushes and fruit trees. Maintain & water street planters, barrier baskets and 3 tier planters.

Experience required

Gardening / Conservation, Creative,Good Communicator,Good Listener,Hard Working,Organised,Patient,Practical,Reliable / Dependable,Sociable,Social Conscience,Team Player,Trustworthy,

Travel details

The opportunity takes place at multiple location across South Lanarkshire
Larkhall

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Bee Line To Nature Volunteer with Larkhall Community Growers - Volunteer Scotland

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The Bee Line To Nature project is focused on improving greenspaces across Larkhall for the benefit of pollinators and people. The project seeks to increase biodiversity and pollination opportunities through increased planting and preservation of ‘wilder’ areas. Wherever possible resources are reused and recycled to decrease the amount of material going into landfill. Bee Line To Nature opportunities may be at Hareleeshill Community Garden or at local schools, nurseries or other green spaces throughout Larkhall. We would require volunteers to do general weeding & soil maintenance, seed/bulb planting/pruning trees, bushes and fruit trees. Maintain & water street planters, barrier baskets and 3 tier planters .

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Why we want you
Many bird, plant and other animal species are declining, in order to conserve
them we need to understand more about their populations and their breeding
numbers.

We need your help to complete a variety of annual and monthly surveys to
collect essential data about various species to monitor population trends and
help inform the science behind our work. We want to connect more people to
nature and are able to train and support people who are new to surveying and
provide all the guidance you need to gain confidence.

This science will then contribute to habitat management plans, inform policy
decisions and help influence external organisations.

The RSPB is the UK's largest nature conservation charity! Join our fantastic
volunteers who are helping to inspire everyone to give nature a home and
secure a healthy environment for wildlife. We will help you gain skills and give
you an invaluable insight into our essential work.

What you will be doing
We would like you to complete surveys of agreed species on a
weekly/monthly/annual basis during set times of the year. We can offer
training in ID and survey skills to ensure that you are prepared for each
individual survey, there may be opportunities to work with a peer buddy.

The skills you need
Ability to walk 5-8km, sometimes on uneven terrain.
Identification skills of specific species (this could be avian, flora or fauna).
Or an interest in increasing your identification and survey knowledge.
Ability to complete the surveys as an individual or in small groups.

What's in it for you
A chance to develop hands on experience and skills around surveying.
An opportunity to be out in nature and benefit your own health and
wellbeing, this role will suit someone who enjoys being outdoors. You will
have to observe wildlife closely, which is wonderful if you take enjoyment
from the natural world. Monitoring can often take you to the same places
time and again, so you will see the season changes.
A fantastic opportunity to develop your volunteering with the RSPB and
contribute to our Saving Nature strategy by taking on this role.
The satisfaction of knowing you’re making a real difference.
The RSPB will reimburse you for out of pocket expenses travel expenses, we
will provide the equipment, training and any uniform needed for you to
complete the role

Experience required

The skills you need
Ability to walk 5-8km, sometimes on uneven terrain.
Identification skills of specific species (this could be avian, flora or fauna).
Or an interest in increasing your identification and survey knowledge.
Ability to complete the surveys as an individual or in small groups.

Travel details

Various throughout Shetland

Travel expenses

The RSPB will reimburse you for out of pocket expenses travel expenses, we
will provide the equipment, training and any uniform needed for you to
complete the role

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Surveyor (Not on a Reserve) Species on The Edge Wader Surveyor RSPB Shetland with Species on the Edge - RSPB Shetland - Volunteer Scotland

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Why we want you Many bird, plant and other animal species are declining, in order to conserve them we need to understand more about their populations and their breeding numbers. We need your help to complete a variety of annual and monthly surveys to collect essential data about various species to monitor population trends and help inform the science behind our work. We want to connect more people to nature and are able to train and support people who are new to surveying and provide all the guidance you need to gain confidence. This science will then contribute to habitat management plans, inform policy decisions and help influence external organisations. The RSPB is the UK’s largest nature conservation charity! Join our fantastic volunteers who are helping to inspire everyone to give nature a home and secure a healthy environment for wildlife. We will help you gain skills and give you an invaluable insight into our essential work. What you will be doing We would like you to complete surveys of agreed species on a weekly/monthly/annual basis during set times of the year. We can offer training in ID and survey skills to ensure that you are prepared for each individual survey, there may be opportunities to work with a peer buddy. The skills you need Ability to walk 5-8km, sometimes on uneven terrain. Identification skills of specific species (this could be avian, flora or fauna). Or an interest in increasing your identification and survey knowledge. Ability to complete the surveys as an individual or in small groups. What’s in it for you A chance to develop hands on experience and skills around surveying. An opportunity to be out in nature and benefit your own health and wellbeing, this role will suit someone who enjoys being outdoors. You will have to observe wildlife closely, which is wonderful if you take enjoyment from the natural world. Monitoring can often take you to the same places time and again, so you will see the season changes. A fantastic opportunity to develop your volunteering with the RSPB and contribute to our Saving Nature strategy by taking on this role. The satisfaction of knowing you’re making a real difference. The RSPB will reimburse you for out of pocket expenses travel expenses, we will provide the equipment, training and any uniform needed for you to complete the role

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We are looking for Winter Warriors to help grit our local pavements and keep Stockethill, Cornhill, and the surrounding areas safe for residents of all ages and physical abilities.

As a Winter Warrior, you will be a part of a team of local residents. Warriors work in pairs to grit pavements and keep the pavements safe to use. The team receives advance warning of bad weather and our Coordinator is responsible for managing the Warriors to ensure best use of resources.
You will receive training and all equipment is provided.

A fantastic opportunity to help make a real difference for people and the community during winter. All volunteer help is greatly appreciated.

For more information please click on the link above.

Travel details

Our community council boundary spans Stockethill, Rosehill, Cornhill, Ashgrove, and Kittybrewster. We are keen to recruit volunteers for all areas, however, data from the NHS suggests that Stockethill and its nearby areas are "hot spots" for falls during icy conditions. Because of this, we are particularly keen to welcome volunteers from in and around the Stockethill area

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Winter Warriors - Stockethill /Cornhill with Rosehill & Stockethill Community Council and Cornhill Community Garden - Volunteer Scotland

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We are looking for Winter Warriors to help grit our local pavements and keep Stockethill, Cornhill, and the surrounding areas safe for residents of all ages and physical abilities. As a Winter Warrior, you will be a part of a team of local residents. Warriors work in pairs to grit pavements and keep the pavements safe to use. The team receives advance warning of bad weather and our Coordinator is responsible for managing the Warriors to ensure best use of resources. You will receive training and all equipment is provided. A fantastic opportunity to help make a real difference for people and the community during winter. All volunteer help is greatly appreciated. For more information please contact Bea Dawkins, Chairperson at email: beadawkins93@gmail.com

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Assist the Ranger Service as they tackle a variety of conservation tasks that will improve the environment and biodiversity in South Ayrshire blue and green spaces.

No experience necessary, everyone welcome.

Hot drinks and biscuits provided, bring lunch and suitable outdoor clothing.

Every second Wednesday between 10.30am and 2pm.
For any further information, including location and contact details, please click on the link above.

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Conservation Volunteering with South Ayrshire Ranger Service - Volunteer Scotland

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Assist the Ranger Service as they tackle a variety of conservation tasks that will improve the environment and biodiversity in South Ayrshire blue and green spaces. No experience necessary, everyone welcome. Hot drinks and biscuits provided, bring lunch and suitable outdoor clothing. Meet at Rozelle Lodge, 149 Monument Road, Ayr, KA7 4NQ every second Wednesday between 10.30am and 2pm. For any further information please contact the Ranger team on ranger.service@south-ayrshire.gov.uk or via Facebook.

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Old Penicuik House, Estate, Carlops Road, Penicuik

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Old Penicuik House, Estate, Carlops Road, Penicuik

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Old Penicuik House, Estate, Carlops Road, Penicuik

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To assist the Rangers in conserving, enhancing and promoting the appropriate use and enjoyment of the area.
Duties include assisting with the management of key sites and promoted routes by carrying out regular checks, Practical maintenance on fences, signposts, gates and paths and Litter picking
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors on a variety of tasks.

Experience required

No previous experience required. An interest in working outdoors. A moderate level of physical fitness as occasional manual lifting and walking over rough and steep terrain involved

Travel details

Penicuik House. Lothian buses 37, 47, 40 & 15/15A.

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Ranger Volunteer

To assist the Rangers in conserving, enhancing and promoting the appropriate use and enjoyment of the area.
Duties include assisting with the management of key sites and promoted routes by carrying out regular checks, Practical maintenance on fences, signposts, gates and paths and Litter picking
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors on a variety of tasks.

Experience required

No previous experience required. An interest in working outdoors. A moderate level of physical fitness as occasional manual lifting and walking over rough and steep terrain involved

Travel details

Penicuik House. Lothian buses 37, 47, 40 & 15/15A.

Support

Training details

All volunteers will receive an induction giving information about the Penicuik Estate also covering all aspects of Health & Safety. Volunteers will be supported by the Ranger Service

Restrictions

Minimum age: 16

Availability

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more

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Ranger Volunteer with Penicuik House Preservation Trust - Volunteer Scotland

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To assist the Rangers in conserving, enhancing and promoting the appropriate use and enjoyment of the area. Duties include assisting with the management of key sites and promoted routes by carrying out regular checks, Practical maintenance on fences, signposts, gates and paths and Litter picking This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors on a variety of tasks.

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We are a community owned park . With football pitch, fairy trails, bee and butterfly garden. Walking paths.
Picnic benches.
To help maintain the park in general. In the summer, cutting the grass on our sit on mower, helping plant
up planters. Painting picnic benches .

Experience required

Someone who likes the outdoors and nature

Travel details

Torrance village, bus stop just outside park on main st.

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Gardener with Torrance Community Initiative - Volunteer Scotland

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We are a community owned park . With football pitch, fairy trails, bee and butterfly garden. Walking paths. Picnic benches. To help maintain the park in general. In the summer, cutting the grass on our sit on mower, helping plant up planters. Painting picnic benches .

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Would you like to develop STAR's grounds, garden and polytunnel? Then this is the opportunity for you !

Siblings Reunited (STAR) reunites brothers and sisters separated in the care system, by providing the opportunity for quality and regular sibling contact.

Run from its unique farmland setting, it provides a safe, natural, calming and fun environment, where children can foster emotional bonds and help overcome the trauma associated with being separated from their siblings.

This role has endless possibilities for you to develop the grounds, which include a large polytunnel, orchard, flower beds and large grassy field. It also includes caring for and maintaing plants. STAR would also like the children to have growing and planting opportunities on site.

In addition to building horticulture skills, you will also benefit from being part of a committed and friendly team of volunteers and staff. Come and join us!

Experience required

Applicants should be keen, enthusiastic and adaptable. They should be able to use their initiative but also to follow instructions /to do list. They should have basic gardening skills and be willing to develop the potential of the grounds for young people to use. They should be familiar with a variety of tools and understand the importance of health & safety guidelines for themselves and others using the site.

Travel details

Sibling Reunited is located in NE Fife, between Gauldry and Newburgh, on the banks of the River Tay, at East Flisk Farm, Fife KY14 6HP.

Travel expenses

Traveling expenses are paid at 0.45 per mile or public transport tickets up to a total of £15.00 per session, (due to funding limitations)

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Gardener with Siblings Reunited (STAR) (SCIO) - Volunteer Scotland

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Would you like to develop STAR’s grounds, garden and polytunnel? Then this is the opportunity for you ! Siblings Reunited (STAR) reunites brothers and sisters separated in the care system, by providing the opportunity for quality and regular sibling contact. Run from its unique farmland setting, it provides a safe, natural, calming and fun environment, where children can foster emotional bonds and help overcome the trauma associated with being separated from their siblings. This role has endless possibilities for you to develop the grounds, which include a large polytunnel, orchard, flower beds and large grassy field. It also includes caring for and maintaing plants. STAR would also like the children to have growing and planting opportunities on site. In addition to building horticulture skills, you will also benefit from being part of a committed and friendly team of volunteers and staff. Come and join us!

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Boomerang Community Centre, Kemback Street, Dundee

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Boomerang Community Centre, Kemback Street, Dundee

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Boomerang Community Centre, Kemback Street, Dundee

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The volunteer will maintain the grounds at the centre with weeding, planting and harvesting veg in the planters, watering plants and other general garden maintenance. Our lead Garden Volunteer will give tasks to be completed each week. Volunteer times are flexible throughout the week Mon-Fri 9am-4pm.

Experience required

Gardening experience or interest in gardening.

Travel details

Boomerang Centre, 10 Kemback Street, Dundee DD4 6ET

Travel expenses

Travel expenses for getting to the centre may be reimbursed

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Gardener with Boomerang - Volunteer Scotland

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The volunteer will maintain the grounds at the centre with weeding, planting and harvesting veg in the planters, watering plants and other general garden maintenance. Our lead Garden Volunteer will give tasks to be completed each week. Volunteer times are flexible throughout the week Mon-Fri 9am-4pm.

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Working with the local community, the Maybole Regeneration Project seeks to create an even better town with restored historic buildings, a greater sense of place and civic pride, a strong local economy and a thriving town centre that will better service the local community, businesses and visitors.

We are currently looking for 'Maybole Maverick' volunteers.

Main duties include:
Tour guiding
Litter Picking
Sign Cleaning
Maintenance
Event assisting
Gardening

Would you like to do your bit for the town and show everyone that this is a great place to live and work?
For more information and contact details, click the link above.

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Maybole Mavericks

Working with the local community, the Maybole Regeneration Project seeks to create an even better town with restored historic buildings, a greater sense of place and civic pride, a strong local economy and a thriving town centre that will better service the local community, businesses and visitors.

We are currently looking for 'Maybole Maverick' volunteers.

Main duties include:
Tour guiding
Litter Picking
Sign Cleaning
Maintenance
Event assisting
Gardening

Would you like to do your bit for the town and show everyone that this is a great place to live and work?
For more information contact
[email protected]

Experience required

Full training will be given

Restrictions

Minimum age: 16

Availability

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more

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Maybole Mavericks with Maybole Regeneration Project - Volunteer Scotland

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Working with the local community, the Maybole Regeneration Project seeks to create an even better town with restored historic buildings, a greater sense of place and civic pride, a strong local economy and a thriving town centre that will better service the local community, businesses and visitors.

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Learn about how monitoring Riverfly can tell you about the health of your local river. Riverfly on the Esk is a citizen science group that have been monitoring the health of the Lothian Esk for over 3.5 years. Made up of trained citizen scientists from the local community we survey and monitor the Riverfly that inhabit the waters from the source to the sea. Presence or absence of these invertebrates can tell us a lot about the health of the river. By joining our local citizen science trained volunteers for a survey we will show you how to take a sample, identify the sensitive groups. You will
learn about the river ecosystem and how important it is to look after it.

Experience required

An interest in the environment and conservation.

Travel details

Located off the B073, Newbattle Abbey Road. On Bus Route.

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River Health Surveys with Riverfly on the Esk - Volunteer Scotland

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Learn about how monitoring Riverfly can tell you about the health of your local river. Riverfly on the Esk is a citizen science group that have been monitoring the health of the Lothian Esk for over 3.5 years. Made up of trained citizen scientists from the local community we survey and monitor the Riverfly that inhabit the waters from the source to the sea. Presence or absence of these invertebrates can tell us a lot about the health of the river. By joining our local citizen science trained volunteers for a survey we will show you how to take a sample, identify the sensitive groups. You will learn about the river ecosystem and how important it is to look after it.

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South Ayrshire Council Ranger Service are offering the opportunity for young persons aged between 13-18 to learn new, or develop existing, skills in practical outdoor work. These sessions will introduce essential environmental conservation skills like basic bushcraft, use of manual hand tools and invasive non-native species control. The programme will run on a fortnightly basis (every second Saturday) and from 10am-12pm. Booking is essential so to book a place, or for more information and location, please click the link above and get in touch via email.

Sessions are suitable for one-off volunteering so attendance is not required at every session.

Experience required

Willing to be outdoors and ready to learn and be active.

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Junior Environmental Conservation Volunteering with South Ayrshire Ranger Service - Volunteer Scotland

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South Ayrshire Council Ranger Service are offering the opportunity for young persons aged between 13-18 to learn new, or develop existing, skills in practical outdoor work. These sessions will introduce essential environmental conservation skills like basic bushcraft, use of manual hand tools and invasive non-native species control. The programme will run on a fortnightly basis (every second Saturday) and from 10am-12pm. Booking is essential so to book a place, or for more information, please feel free to contact the ranger service via ranger.service@south-ayrshire.gov.uk Sessions are suitable for one-off volunteering so attendance is not required at every session. Our meeting point is Rozelle Lodge, Rozelle Park, Monument Road, Ayr, KA7 4NQ

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Love being outdoors? Love your local woodland? Join the Mauldslie Woods Volunteering Team. Come along and carry out a variety of practical woodland conservation and management tasks, whilst having fun, learning new skills and meeting new people. The group meet on Mauldslie Bridge in Carluke at 10.15am and the group runs until 3.00pm.

Experience required

No Expertise, Hard Working,Practical,Team Player,

Travel details

The opportunity takes place at multiple location across South Lanarkshire
Carluke,Dalserf

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Mauldslie Woods Conservation Volunteer with South Lanarkshire Council - Volunteer Scotland

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Love being outdoors? Love your local woodland? Join the Mauldslie Woods Volunteering Team. Come along and carry out a variety of practical woodland conservation and management tasks, whilst having fun, learning new skills and meeting new people. The group meet on Mauldslie Bridge in Carluke at 10.15am and the group runs until 3.00pm.

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Join Scottish Wildlife Trust for weekly volunteer sessions run across our four Cumbernauld Wildlife Reserves: Cumbernauld Glen, Seafar Woods, Forest Wood, and Luggiebank Wood.

We will be carrying out a variety of activities to help improve habitats for wildlife and the local community. Tasks will include tree maintenance, footpath repairs, fencing, garden escapees and invasive non-native species control, meadow management and litter picking.

No experience is required, just a willingness to get involved! Tasks vary regularly to suit different abilities, though some activities may require a basic level of physical fitness.

Volunteer sessions will last around four hours. Registered volunteers will be emailed with session details prior to the event, including details about the activity, meeting point, and any requirements for the day. We’re grateful for any time you’re able to dedicate to volunteer, whether that’s weekly, fortnightly or monthly.

If you’d like to find out more before signing up, please email our Natural Heritage Officer James on jrobinson@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk or call 07920 468 567.

Unfortunately, we are unable to accept under 18s for this volunteer opportunity.

These sessions are run as part on the Nurturing Natural Connections Project, part of the Cumbernauld Living Landscape initiative. A partnership project aiming to create landscape-scale improvements to the greenspaces of Cumbernauld, creating a more diverse and sustainable environment for the benefit of wildlife and the local community. The project is made possible thanks to the National Lottery Heritage Fund and run in partnership with the Scottish Wildlife Trust, North Lanarkshire Council, The Conservation Volunteers and Sanctuary Scotland.

Experience required

No skills required, just the enthusiasm to get stuck into different tasks and a willingness to be outside in all weather!

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Volunteering Sessions in Cumbernauld Wildlife Reserves, with Cumbernauld Living Landscapes with Scottish Wildlife Trust - Volunteer Scotland

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Join Scottish Wildlife Trust for weekly volunteer sessions run across our four Cumbernauld Wildlife Reserves: Cumbernauld Glen, Seafar Woods, Forest Wood, and Luggiebank Wood. We will be carrying out a variety of activities to help improve habitats for wildlife and the local community. Tasks will include tree maintenance, footpath repairs, fencing, garden escapees and invasive non-native species control, meadow management and litter picking. No experience is required, just a willingness to get involved! Tasks vary regularly to suit different abilities, though some activities may require a basic level of physical fitness. Volunteer sessions will last around four hours. Registered volunteers will be emailed with session details prior to the event, including details about the activity, meeting point, and any requirements for the day. We’re grateful for any time you’re able to dedicate to volunteer, whether that’s weekly, fortnightly or monthly. If you’d like to find out more before signing up, please email our Natural Heritage Officer James on jrobinson@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk or call 07920 468 567. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept under 18s for this volunteer opportunity. These sessions are run as part on the Nurturing Natural Connections Project, part of the Cumbernauld Living Landscape initiative. A partnership project aiming to create landscape-scale improvements to the greenspaces of Cumbernauld, creating a more diverse and sustainable environment for the benefit of wildlife and the local community. The project is made possible thanks to the National Lottery Heritage Fund and run in partnership with the Scottish Wildlife Trust, North Lanarkshire Council, The Conservation Volunteers and Sancturary Scotland.

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As a Friend of Dundee Law you will be part of a team of enthusiastic people, giving their time to make our most iconic green space better for everyone. You can develop your interests and learn from others in Nature and wildlife, Geology and Archaeology, Practical Conservation, Committee admin, People and community involvement, Promotion.

The group are involved in activities committee meetings, advice to the council, cutting back overgrown vegetation, wildlife surveys, historical researching etc. You can help put on events for the public or make use of funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund for training.

Experience required

No minimum skills, enthusiastic about the natural world and good at talking to others.

Travel details

At Dundee Law or close by. 22 Hilltown, 27 Hill Street

Travel expenses

Please note: No expenses are paid for this opportunity

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Friends Group Member with Friends of Dundee Law - Volunteer Scotland

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As a Friend of Dundee Law you will be part of a team of enthusiastic people, giving their time to make our most iconic green space better for everyone. You can develop your interests and learn from others in Nature and wildlife, Geology and Archaeology, Practical Conservation, Committee admin, People and community involvement, Promotion. The group are involved in activities committee meetings, advice to the council, cutting back overgrown vegetation, wildlife surveys, historical researching etc. You can help put on events for the public or make use of funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund for training.

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Victoria Gardens is a new exciting urban growing/social space located on the edge of Balgay Park. We have exciting plans for the space including a community kitchen and picnic benches.

Now we are looking for volunteers to help us to build a pond, club house, mud kitchen, and sow seeds.

The Garden is open we open Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10 to 3 pm in winter time and in spring / summer it will be open 5 days a week 10am to 4pm.

Experience required

Enjoy working outdoors

Travel details

Victoria Gardens, 301 Blackness Road. DD2 2BH

Travel expenses

We can cover bus travel expenses. They would keep a receipt and paid by the Manager on site.

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Community Garden Volunteers

Victoria Gardens is a new exciting urban growing/social space located on the edge of Balgay Park. We have exciting plans for the space including a community kitchen and picnic benches.

Now we are looking for volunteers to help us to build a pond, club house, mud kitchen, and sow seeds.

The Garden is open we open Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10 to 3 pm in winter time and in spring / summer it will be open 5 days a week 10am to 4pm.

Experience required

Enjoy working outdoors

Travel details

Victoria Gardens, 301 Blackness Road. DD2 2BH

Travel expenses

We can cover bus travel expenses. They would keep a receipt and paid by the Manager on site.

Support

Training details

At the start of the session, they will be introduced to the garden, the organisation, its policies. The volunteer will be given opportunities of different roles at the garden. After they commit they will be supported with ongoing training by our on site gardener.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 16

Availability

Frequency & commitment

Garden is open 5 days a week. Volunteering can happen any time Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday 10am - 3pm or Friday/Saturday 11am - 4pm. Volunteers can be flexible on the role they want to play at the garden and the time commitment they would have. Tea/coffee facilities are available on site.

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more

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Community Garden Volunteers with Yusuf Youth Initiative - Volunteer Scotland

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Victoria Gardens is a new exciting urban growing/social space located on the edge of Balgay Park. We have exciting plans for the space including a community kitchen and picnic benches. Now we are looking for volunteers to help us to build a pond, club house, mud kitchen, and sow seeds.

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Volunteering as a garden grower within the Ninewells Community Garden can involve a number of activities. In general the role will involve:

• Working as part of the gardening team.
• Assisting in practical aspects of developing and maintaining the garden.
• General gardening maintenance tasks such as weeding, deadheading, tidying the wider surroundings of the garden, watering, pruning etc.
• Working cooperatively with other volunteers, visitors and residents from the neighbouring communities.
• Communicating with the facilitator and/or board of trustees about needs or concerns to ensure a safe, accessible and enjoyable environment.
• Assisting with household duties (washing, cleaning etc.) in our Leaf Room to ensure a healthy and safe indoor environment.
• Supporting the greater objectives of the community garden and be an ambassador of the garden.

We offer additional opportunities to share your skills, interests and ideas such as landscaping, planning and design; specific horticultural expertise; wildlife and nature surveys; other supporting skills such as administration, marketing, art & design, events, education etc. Please speak to us about these opportunities.

Experience required

• An enthusiasm for community gardening would be expected.
• A willingness to work as part of a wider team of volunteers is essential.
• Gardening skills are welcomed but not essential.
• A willingness to work in all weather conditions is advantageous.

Travel details

Ninewells Community Garden

Travel expenses

We do not routinely reimburse travel expenses but may be able to dependent on individual need.

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Garden Grower with Ninewells Community Garden - Volunteer Scotland

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Volunteering as a garden grower within the Ninewells Community Garden can involve a number of activities. In general the role will involve: • Working as part of the gardening team. • Assisting in practical aspects of developing and maintaining the garden. • General gardening maintenance tasks such as weeding, deadheading, tidying the wider surroundings of the garden, watering, pruning etc. • Working cooperatively with other volunteers, visitors and residents from the neighbouring communities. • Communicating with the facilitator and/or board of trustees about needs or concerns to ensure a safe, accessible and enjoyable environment. • Assisting with household duties (washing, cleaning etc.) in our Leaf Room to ensure a healthy and safe indoor environment. • Supporting the greater objectives of the community garden and be an ambassador of the garden. We offer additional opportunities to share your skills, interests and ideas such as landscaping, planning and design; specific horticultural expertise; wildlife and nature surveys; other supporting skills such as administration, marketing, art & design, events, education etc. Please speak to us about these opportunities.

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Volunteers needed to help the Bellfield Garden flourish.
Group meets weekly on a Friday 10am-12:30pm to develop the garden space. Any volunteers welcome. No gardening experience necessary. Typical tasks include weeding, planting, plotting etc.

Experience required

Anyone keen to get involved with an interest in gardening or being involved in a community group, no experience necessary.

Travel details

Bellfield,16 A&B Bellfield Street, Edinburgh EH15 2BP.
Bellfield is a vibrant community space in the heart of Portobello. Formerly Portobello Old Parish Church, Bellfield offers hire space for every occasion and a programme of regular classes and events. Since opening in June 2018 following a community buy-out, our halls have become a hub for Portobello’s lively community, providing a local venue for people to come together to meet, play and celebrate. Buses: Bellfield is 0.1 mile from nearest bus stop for buses 26,45,19 and 0.4 mile from Portobello Town Hall bus stop for buses 21,49,12.

Travel expenses

We can provide pre-paid bus tickets.

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Garden Group Volunteer with Action Porty - Volunteer Scotland

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Volunteers needed to help the Bellfield Garden flourish. Group meets weekly on a Friday 10am-12:30pm to develop the garden space. Any volunteers welcome. No gardening experience necessary. Typical tasks include weeding, planting, plotting etc.

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Are you passionate about the environment?
Do you want to make a difference in your community?
Are you aged 12-25?

Join us for our next Eco Group meeting where you can:

Learn about sustainable living

Participate in exciting eco-projects

Connect with like-minded young people

Take action to protect our planet

Young people have the opportunity to come together to join our new Eco group in Shetland. This group meets regularly to take action against climate change in our community.

Travel details

All around Shetland

Meetings take place at The Hub 66/68 Commercial Road

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Young Eco-Activists

Are you passionate about the environment?
Do you want to make a difference in your community?
Are you aged 12-25?

Join us for our next Eco Group meeting where you can:

Learn about sustainable living

Participate in exciting eco-projects

Connect with like-minded young people

Take action to protect our planet

Young people have the opportunity to come together to join our new Eco group in Shetland. This group meets regularly to take action against climate change in our community.

Travel details

All around Shetland

Meetings take place at The Hub 66/68 Commercial Road

Support

Taster available

Restrictions

Minimum age: 12

Volunteers (aged 12-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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Young Eco-Activists with Youth and Employability Service - Shetland Islands Council - Volunteer Scotland

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Are you passionate about the environment? Do you want to make a difference in your community? Are you aged 12-25? Join us for our next Eco Group meeting where you can: * Learn about sustainable living * Participate in exciting eco-projects * Connect with like-minded young people * Take action to protect our planet Young people have the opportunity to come together to join our new Eco group in Shetland.

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Duloch Community Garden runs a community garden in Duloch Park with flowers, vegetables and a fairy garden. Run entirely by volunteers, the group maintains an area of the park and provides a social space for people to get into nature and learn about gardening. Alongside other local groups, they have a shipping container hub that volunteers can use.
They are looking for Community Garden Volunteers. As a volunteer, you can get involved in tasks such as planting seeds, plants and bulbs; turning over compost; spreading bark; watering; weeding; strimming and mowing; pruning; sweeping; and other activities within the garden. You can also help to clean equipment after use and keep the hub clean.
If you would like to get outdoors, connect with others, and improve your gardening skills, while volunteering in a flexible role, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Experience required

Volunteers should be enthusiastic and positive. Gardening experience is helpful but not required as training will be offered.

Travel details

Duloch Community Gardens are situated within Duloch Park, Nightingale Road, KY11 8LW.

Travel expenses

Expenses will be discussed on a case by case basis.

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Community Garden Helper

Duloch Community Garden runs a community garden in Duloch Park with flowers, vegetables and a fairy garden. Run entirely by volunteers, the group maintains an area of the park and provides a social space for people to get into nature and learn about gardening. Alongside other local groups, they have a shipping container hub that volunteers can use.
They are looking for Community Garden Volunteers. As a volunteer, you can get involved in tasks such as planting seeds, plants and bulbs; turning over compost; spreading bark; watering; weeding; strimming and mowing; pruning; sweeping; and other activities within the garden. You can also help to clean equipment after use and keep the hub clean.
If you would like to get outdoors, connect with others, and improve your gardening skills, while volunteering in a flexible role, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Experience required

Volunteers should be enthusiastic and positive. Gardening experience is helpful but not required as training will be offered.

Travel details

Duloch Community Gardens are situated within Duloch Park, Nightingale Road, KY11 8LW.

Travel expenses

Expenses will be discussed on a case by case basis.

Support

Training details

Volunteers will receive training to do all tasks, and support will be available from more senior volunteers.

Taster

Taster sessions are encouraged within the garden.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18
Younger with adult.

Availability

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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Community Garden Helper with Duloch Community Garden - Volunteer Scotland

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Duloch Community Garden runs a community garden in Duloch Park with flowers, vegetables and a fairy garden. Run entirely by volunteers, the group maintains an area of the park and provides a social space for people to get into nature and learn about gardening.

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Ardler Community Library, Turnberry Avenue, Dundee

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Ardler Community Library, Turnberry Avenue, Dundee

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Ardler Community Library, Turnberry Avenue, Dundee

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Ardler Environmental Group are responsible for the maintainance and upkeep of the Ardler Community Garden area. Our volunteers meet once a week on Wednesday mornings to develop and maintain the gardens for the enjoyment of the community. You will help with weeding beds and planting new plants both for the gardens and for selling at community festivals. You can learn about different plants and their upkeep, hanging baskets and how to layout a garden. More experienced gardeners can share their knowledge with the rest of the group who are always keen to learn. When the weather is less clement the group organises trips to garden centres and other gardens to get ideas which you are welcome to take part in.

Experience required

An interest in gardening and the environment, enthusiastic.

Travel details

Ardler Community Centre, Turnberry Avenue, Dundee. Bus Number 1 will drop you outside the centre.

Travel expenses

Please note: No expenses are paid for this opportunity

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Community Gardener

Ardler Environmental Group are responsible for the maintainance and upkeep of the Ardler Community Garden area. Our volunteers meet once a week on Wednesday mornings to develop and maintain the gardens for the enjoyment of the community. You will help with weeding beds and planting new plants both for the gardens and for selling at community festivals. You can learn about different plants and their upkeep, hanging baskets and how to layout a garden. More experienced gardeners can share their knowledge with the rest of the group who are always keen to learn. When the weather is less clement the group organises trips to garden centres and other gardens to get ideas which you are welcome to take part in.

Experience required

An interest in gardening and the environment, enthusiastic.

Travel details

Ardler Community Centre, Turnberry Avenue, Dundee. Bus Number 1 will drop you outside the centre.

Travel expenses

Please note: No expenses are paid for this opportunity

Support

Training details

Basic induction training is available at the present time.

Taster available

Restrictions

Minimum age: 16

Availability

Frequency & commitment

Wednesday mornings 9.30 to 12.00.

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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Community Gardener with Ardler Environmental Group - Volunteer Scotland

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Ardler Environmental Group are responsible for the maintainance and upkeep of the Ardler Community Garden area. Our volunteers meet once a week on Wednesday mornings to develop and maintain the gardens for the enjoyment of the community. You will help with weeding beds and planting new plants both for the gardens and for selling at community festivals.

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Lochaber Leisure Centre, Belford Road, Fort William

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Do you have practical skills, your own vehicle and an interest in protecting Scotland's world-leading outdoor access rights?
ScotWays is seeking volunteers based in the Lochaber area to assist with repairing and replacing signposts for paths, many of which are now deteriorating in condition. Tasks vary from attaching replacement signs and waymark discs using a hammer or spanner, to full replacements of signposts including digging post-holes beside roads. Each task can be done flexibly at times that suit you, with remote support from our small staff team.

Experience required

Practical DIY skills, driving, comfort working outside in all weather, basic digital photography, email.

Travel details

Self driving, locations across the Lochaber area.

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Signpost Maintenance Volunteer - Lochaber with Scotways - Scottish Rights Of Way And Access Society - Volunteer Scotland

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Do you have practical skills, your own vehicle and an interest in protecting Scotland’s world-leading outdoor access rights? ScotWays is seeking volunteers based in the Lochaber area to assist with repairing and replacing signposts for paths, many of which are now deteriorating in condition. Tasks vary from attaching replacement signs and waymark discs using a hammer or spanner, to full replacements of signposts including digging post-holes beside roads. Each task can be done flexibly at times that suit you, with remote support from our small staff team.

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Aberdeen beach front, Esplanade, Aberdeen

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Aberdeen beach front, Esplanade, Aberdeen

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Aberdeen beach front, Esplanade, Aberdeen

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Friends of Aberdeen Beach (a.k.a FAB) is a community group committed to maintaining and improving the quality of seaside between the mouth of the rivers Dee and Don.

We, at Friends of Aberdeen Beach, do regular litter picks on the city’s beach. It’s an opportunity to get out and about in the fresh air, meet new people and do your bit for our community.

Removing litter not only makes the beach look nicer but it also helps protect the wildlife off Aberdeen’s coast (like the dolphins, seals and seabirds) and keeps beach users and dogs safe from rubbish that’s been washed up. We liaise with Aberdeen City Council who assist us with our clean ups, provide equipment to us and install and maintain local facilities (bins, public toilets, information signs etc.).

A fantastic, enjoyable opportunity to help and make a positive difference to Aberdeen’s wonderful beach.

For further details, visit link, or website http://www.friends-of-aberdeen-beach.co.uk/

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Beach Clean Volunteers with FAB-Friends of Aberdeen Beach - Volunteer Scotland

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Friends of Aberdeen Beach (a.k.a FAB) is a community group committed to maintaining and improving the quality of seaside between the mouth of the rivers Dee and Don. We, at Friends of Aberdeen Beach, do regular litter picks on the city’s beach. It’s an opportunity to get out and about in the fresh air, meet new people and do your bit for our community. Removing litter not only makes the beach look nicer but it also helps protect the wildlife off Aberdeen’s coast (like the dolphins, seals and seabirds) and keeps beach users and dogs safe from rubbish that’s been washed up. We liaise with Aberdeen City Council who assist us with our clean ups, provide equipment to us and install and maintain local facilities (bins, public toilets, information signs etc.). A fantastic, enjoyable opportunity to help and make a positive difference to Aberdeen’s wonderful beach. For further details please contact: Heather Lyons (Chairperson) at email: friendlybeachaberdeen@gmail.com or heather-lyons@hotmail.co.uk and also our facebook page and website at: http://www.friends-of-aberdeen-beach.co.uk/ and https://www.facebook.com/groups/1734153026833610/

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AberNecessities, Howe Moss Road, Dyce, Aberdeen

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AberNecessities, Howe Moss Road, Dyce, Aberdeen

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AberNecessities, Howe Moss Road, Dyce, Aberdeen

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We are looking for help with our lovely small garden area at AberNecessities (located at Abernecessities, Grove House, Howe Moss Road, Dyce, AB21 0ER). It is a great spot for all our volunteers and staff to take a bit of time out away from their work stations. If anyone interested in gardening had any spare time perhaps a few hours per week or even fortnightly and could help with weeding the garden we would be very grateful.

A fantastic opportunity to help in a garden and with a major charity. For more information please contact Karen Macangus, Volunteer Co-ordinator at email: karen@abernecessities.co.uk or telephone: 01224 784000

More information about Abernecessities is also available at https://www.abernecessities.co.uk/

Travel details

The garden is located at Abernecessities, Grove House, Howe Moss Road, Dyce, AB21 0ER

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Gardening Volunteers with AberNecessities - Volunteer Scotland

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We are looking for help with our lovely small garden area at AberNecessities (located at Abernecessities, Grove House, Howe Moss Road, Dyce, AB21 0ER). It is a great spot for all our volunteers and staff to take a bit of time out away from their work stations. If anyone interested in gardening had any spare time perhaps a few hours per week or even fortnightly and could help with weeding the garden we would be very grateful. A fantastic opportunity to help in a garden and with a major charity. For more information please contact Karen Macangus, Volunteer Co-ordinator at email: karen@abernecessities.co.uk or telephone: 01224 784000 More information about Abernecessities is also available at https://www.abernecessities.co.uk/

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Aberdeen Science Centre, Constitution Street, Aberdeen

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Aberdeen Science Centre, Constitution Street, Aberdeen

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Aberdeen Science Centre, Constitution Street, Aberdeen

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We are on the look-out for budding gardeners to help transform our Sensory Garden and outdoor space at the Aberdeen Science Centre.

An ideal opportunity for those who are interested in gardening; those who enjoy the outdoors; or want to be a bit more active, helping in the local community and supporting a local charity create an inspiring outdoor space and sensory garden for visitors.

We are flexible with times and working days, as long as you are keen to get stuck-in, we want to hear from you!

Further information and contact details are available on our website at https://aberdeensciencecentre.org/garden-volunteer/

Travel details

Aberdeen Science Centre is based in Central Aberdeen at 179 Constitution Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5TU.

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Sensory Garden Volunteers with Aberdeen Science Centre - Volunteer Scotland

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We are on the look-out for budding gardeners to help transform our Sensory Garden and outdoor space at the Aberdeen Science Centre. An ideal opportunity for those who are interested in gardening; those who enjoy the outdoors; or want to be a bit more active, helping in the local community and supporting a local charity create an inspiring outdoor space and sensory garden for visitors. We are flexible with times and working days, as long as you are keen to get stuck-in, we want to hear from you! Please contact us at email: volunteer@asc.scot for more details. Further information is also available on our website at https://aberdeensciencecentre.org/garden-volunteer/

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You could be working alongside the maintenance team to help keep our building open and safe for the public or help in the garden.
Role Description
Jobs might include planting, weeding, and keeping the garden clean and tidy so it is safe for public use. You might even get to work alongside our Gardening SQA to improve the space.
Ensuring the building is safe for the team and the general public.
Helping with general maintenance such as changing light bulbs and painting and small repairs.
Providing support, giving relevant, input and ideas.

Travel details

Based in The Phoenix Centre

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Maintenance & Gardening Volunteer with The Phoenix Community Hub - Volunteer Scotland

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You could be working alongside the maintenance team to help keep our building open and safe for the public or help in the garden. Role Description Jobs might include planting, weeding, and keeping the garden clean and tidy so it is safe for public use. You might even get to work alongside our Gardening SQA to improve the space. Ensuring the building is safe for the team and the general public. Helping with general maintenance such as changing light bulbs and painting and small repairs. Providing support, giving relevant, input and ideas.

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Join our volunteer army!

We are building a community that is passionate about Union Street and improving our city centre - and we would love for you to be a part of it.

We have mobilised a fantastic volunteer force which is already making a huge difference by cleaning up attractions, freshening up unloved and empty shops to brighten up Union Street and help sell the Granite Mile to the world.

We have volunteer opportunities for all abilities to join us as we look to re-energise the street. Whether you are a skilled tradesperson, developer, tech expert or just want to lend some elbow grease to our efforts, we want to hear from you.

All help makes a real difference to Union Street, our city and is greatly appreciated.

For details of and to sign up to any forthcoming volunteer events and activities please visit: https://www.ourunionstreet.com/volunteer

Travel details

Union Street, Aberdeen City Centre

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Our Union Street Clean Up Volunteers with Our Union Street - Volunteer Scotland

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Join our volunteer army! We are building a community that is passionate about Union Street and improving our city centre - and we would love for you to be a part of it. We have mobilised a fantastic volunteer force which is already making a huge difference by cleaning up attractions, freshening up unloved and empty shops to brighten up Union Street and help sell the Granite Mile to the world. We have volunteer opportunities for all abilities to join us as we look to re-energise the street. Whether you are a skilled tradesperson, developer, tech expert or just want to lend some elbow grease to our efforts, we want to hear from you. All help makes a real difference to Union Street, our city and is greatly appreciated. For details of and to sign up to any forthcoming volunteer events and activities please visit: https://www.ourunionstreet.com/volunteer

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Springhill Community Garden seeks to provide a space which includes growing opportunities for food and beauty, as well as supporting wildlife. Raised beds are available for individuals to grow food for themselves, as well as communal beds for growing larger crops such as potatoes and beans. Through community links with local schools, youth groups and businesses, the garden seeks to promote a sense of community working together to build something for others.

We are looking to create a community of gardeners - no experience necessary. As well as growing your own food, the garden presents an opportunity to develop educational workshops and social events, cultivate wildlife, and engage with other community groups in the area.

A fantastic opportunity to help in a wonderful Community Garden. For more information please visit the link above for contact details.

Experience required

Gardening experience would be great, but is not essential. Willingness to get your hands dirty!

Travel details

Springhill Community Garden is located behind Sheddocksley Sports Centre on Springhill Road. The garden is a former bowling green accessed by a paved path. We are looking for people who preferably live locally in Mastrick, Sheddocksley, Northfield and surrounding areas.

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Springhill Community Garden Volunteers with Springhill Community Garden - Volunteer Scotland

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Springhill Community Garden seeks to provide a space which includes growing opportunities for food and beauty, as well as supporting wildlife. Raised beds are available for individuals to grow food for themselves, as well as communal beds for growing larger crops such as potatoes and beans. Through community links with local schools, youth groups and businesses, the garden seeks to promote a sense of community working together to build something for others. We are looking to create a community of gardeners - no experience necessary. As well as growing your own food, the garden presents an opportunity to develop educational workshops and social events, cultivate wildlife, and engage with other community groups in the area. A fantastic opportunity to help in a wonderful Community Garden. For more information please contact Pamela McEwan, Committee Member at email: springhillcommunity@gardener.com or telephone: 07842 261037.

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Volunteers are required to carry out 10-minute whale and dolphin (cetacean) watches from designated sites along the Scottish coastline. Volunteers will be trained up to identify common cetacean species found in Scottish waters, use specialised watching equipment and record presence and absence sightings data. Their current survey locations in Orkney are Hoxa Head, the Gloup, Ness bunker (Stromness), Broch of Gurness and Yesnaby

Experience required

No experience of cetacean surveys is necessary to take part in Shorewatch; the only requirement is that you are willing and able to contribute to the programme by carrying out 10-minute surveys at one (or more) of the designated Shorewatch sites in Orkney.

Travel details

Some of the survey sites may not be accessible by public transport.

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Shorewatch survey volunteers - Orkney with Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society - Volunteer Scotland

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Volunteers are required to carry out 10-minute whale and dolphin (cetacean) watches from designated sites along the Scottish coastline. Volunteers will be trained up to identify common cetacean species found in Scottish waters, use specialised watching equipment and record presence and absence sightings data. Their current survey locations in Orkney are Hoxa Head, the Gloup, Ness bunker (Stromness), Broch of Gurness and Yesnaby

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Baldridgeburn Garden are looking for volunteers to support and develop their community garden. There are a range of volunteering activities to get involved in, including:

-Meeting regularly to think about the future of the group, meeting activities would include: taking notes, planning the garden, contributing to funding applications, liaising with the Community Worker to purchase garden equipment using the garden budget

-Inviting and welcoming people to visit/join the garden group

-Representing the garden group at events and/or meetings where relevant

-Organising and leading garden open days, including promotion, attendance at and delivering activities on the day

-All season’s gardening activities.

Volunteers are supported in the role, offered the necessary training and given lots of other opportunities should you wish. Everyone is welcome and those that attend, volunteer and work there enjoy the relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Experience required

Baldridgeburn garden is a project made up of local people and volunteers working together to grow plants and vegetables which can be used in the community, they are looking for volunteers with an interest in gardening and a can-do attitude.

Travel details

Baldridgeburn Community Centre, Baldridgeburn, Dunfermline, KY12 9EH

Travel expenses

Expenses will be reimbursed at public transport rates and 45p per mile.

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Baldridgeburn Garden Volunteer with Fife Council - CLD Dunfermline - Volunteer Scotland

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Baldridgeburn Garden are looking for volunteers to support and develop their community garden. There are a range of volunteering activities to get involved in, including: -Meeting regularly to think about the future of the group, meeting activities would include: taking notes, planning the garden, contributing to funding applications, liaising with the Community Worker to purchase garden equipment using the garden budget -Inviting and welcoming people to visit/join the garden group -Representing the garden group at events and/or meetings where relevant -Organising and leading garden open days, including promotion, attendance at and delivering activities on the day -All season’s gardening activities. Volunteers are supported in the role, offered the necessary training and given lots of other opportunities should you wish. Everyone is welcome and those that attend, volunteer and work there enjoy the relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

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Join ACA’s Action Team!
Love the outdoors? Want to take practical climate action in your community?
Join Aberdeen Climate Action’s Action Team! We organise hands-on events like beach cleans, tree planting, and more, helping keep communities active and healthy in Aberdeen.

We’re looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to help plan, promote, and deliver these events. No experience needed—just enthusiasm and a bit of time each month. Get involved, meet like-minded people, and make a difference in Aberdeen!

Interested? Contact details in the link above.

ACA is a volunteer led organisation, which focuses on educating and prompting action on climate change in the North East of Scotland.

Travel details

ACA is an Aberdeen based group but has members who join in from afar using video call software. Please be aware that some face-to-face meetings may take place in Aberdeen.

As an organisation with no physical offices, our volunteers tend to work from home, with face-to-face meetings happening occasionally. When you join; you’ll be able to access our shared online platforms and video meeting conferences; which allow us to work as a team no matter where we are.

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Action Team Volunteers with Aberdeen Climate Action - Volunteer Scotland

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Join ACA’s Action Team! Love the outdoors? Want to take practical climate action in your community? Join Aberdeen Climate Action’s Action Team! We organise hands-on events like beach cleans, tree planting, and more, helping keep communities active and healthy in Aberdeen. We’re looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to help plan, promote, and deliver these events. No experience needed—just enthusiasm and a bit of time each month. Get involved, meet like-minded people, and make a difference in Aberdeen! Interested? Get in touch at recruit@aberdeenclimateaction.org ACA is a volunteer led organisation, which focuses on educating and prompting action on climate change in the North East of Scotland.

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Garthdee Field Allotments Association is a community of allotment holders. You will find us at the junction of Garthdee Road and Pitfodells Station Road. We have over 100 plots on the site, in 3 sizes – full, half and micro. Plotters are members of our association and together we seek to:
-To encourage the use of green and sustainable gardening methods;
-To share good practice and gardening expertise;
-To spread the benefits of plot working and green gardening into the wider community.

We are looking for volunteers to help with our activities on our individual plots, on the Primary School Plot we host, on our raised beds, in the Community Orchard and across the site generally.

A great opportunity to volunteer supporting the allotments and outdoors. All help is greatly appreciated.
More details are available on our website at: www.garthdeeallotments.org

Experience required

No skills or experience are required, except an enjoyment of working outdoors.

Travel details

We are located on Garthdee Road as it meets Pitfoddels Station Road, opposite the Norwood House Hotel. We have on site parking and our site is close to stops on the Number 1 and 2 bus routes from the city centre.

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Gardening and DIY Outdoors with Garthdee Field Allotments Association - Volunteer Scotland

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Garthdee Field Allotments Association is a community of allotment holders. You will find us at the junction of Garthdee Road and Pitfodells Station Road. We have over 100 plots on the site, in 3 sizes – full, half and micro. Plotters are members of our association and together we seek to: -To encourage the use of green and sustainable gardening methods; -To share good practice and gardening expertise; -To spread the benefits of plot working and green gardening into the wider community. We are looking for volunteers to help with our activities on our individual plots, on the Primary School Plot we host, on our raised beds, in the Community Orchard and across the site generally. A great opportunity to volunteer supporting the allotments and outdoors. All help is greatly appreciated. For more details please contact: Norman Coutts E Mail: n_coutts@mac.com Tel: 01224 966952 More details are also available on our website at: www.garthdeeallotments.org

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Bonnie Dundee is looking for volunteers to help make Dundee a greener, cleaner and brighter place for everyone. All are welcome to come and help us with our gardening activities and other tasks.

Our volunteers and are involved in a wide range of projects and activities each year. Including tending to over 50 planters, an urban orchard and two gardens in the city centre, plus carrying out litter picks and helping to encourage biodiversity. Those involved aim to improve Dundee’s environment for both residents and visitors alike, providing opportunities for people to get involved and make a difference in their community.

Bonnie Dundee has a great sense of community and enthusiasm, welcoming all volunteers regardless of age, experience or ability. Please do come and join us if you’d like to learn more, have fun and help make Dundee cleaner and brighter for everyone.

Experience required

Enthusiasm to improve Dundee’s environment, enjoys spending time in the fresh air and see the benefits of the difference they are making. Volunteers do not need any prior gardening experience to attend.

The opportunity would benefit someone looking to gain skills in gardening and also those looking to improve social skills and team working ability.

Travel details

Any city centre bus will get volunteers within 5-10 minutes of their location (usually Overgate or Union Street). Expenses regrettably cannot be reimbursed by Bonnie Dundee.

Travel expenses

Please note: No expenses are paid for this opportunity

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Gardener with Bonnie Dundee - Volunteer Scotland

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Bonnie Dundee is looking for volunteers to help make Dundee a greener, cleaner and brighter place for everyone. All are welcome to come and help us with our gardening activities and other tasks. Our volunteers and are involved in a wide range of projects and activities each year. Including tending to over 50 planters, an urban orchard and two gardens in the city centre, plus carrying out litter picks and helping to encourage biodiversity. Those involved aim to improve Dundee’s environment for both residents and visitors alike, providing opportunities for people to get involved and make a difference in their community. Bonnie Dundee has a great sense of community and enthusiasm, welcoming all volunteers regardless of age, experience or ability. Please do come and join us if you’d like to learn more, have fun and help make Dundee cleaner and brighter for everyone.

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As part of the stoat eradication in Orkney there is a need for a rapid response team who will be able to respond to stoat sightings alongside our trap team to remove them as quickly as possible.

Volunteers will meet with a team member to head out to sightings together and will be fully supported in the role. All relevant equipment will be provided and volunteers will need to wear warm outdoor clothes.

Volunteers will gain valuable experience and training in implementation of incursion response measures in the event of Stoats being detected.
• You will meet and work with other passionate volunteers and staff that are experts in the eradication field and have a deep knowledge of Orkney's native species.
• You will be part of the largest stoat eradication project in the world, contributing to the long-term protection of Orkney’s native species.

Experience required

• Be able to follow procedures required for the removal of stoats and learn the necessary monitoring skills required.
• Follow Health and Safety requirements of the project.
• Work as part of a team of 2-4 people to carry out the main tasks.
• Be flexible and adaptable to change.
• Have a friendly disposition and be able to communicate effectively with people.
• Be comfortable moving across rugged terrain in all weathers, including slippery rocks, steep slopes and at a safe distance from cliff edges.
• Be able to carry equipment across rugged terrain – minimum 10–15kgs.
• Carry out responsibilities in an environmentally aware manner, ensuring as little damage to the environment as possible.
• Be comfortable traversing barbed wire fences.
• Be aware of the risks associated with working on active farms.
• Be able to use basic IT systems to collect and log data
• Be comfortable using a map/GPS.

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Rapid Response Volunteer

As part of the stoat eradication in Orkney there is a need for a rapid response team who will be able to respond to stoat sightings alongside our trap team to remove them as quickly as possible.

Volunteers will meet with a team member to head out to sightings together and will be fully supported in the role. All relevant equipment will be provided and volunteers will need to wear warm outdoor clothes.

Volunteers will gain valuable experience and training in implementation of incursion response measures in the event of Stoats being detected.
* You will meet and work with other passionate volunteers and staff that are experts in the eradication field and have a deep knowledge of Orkney's native species.
* You will be part of the largest stoat eradication project in the world, contributing to the long-term protection of Orkney's native species.

Experience required

* Be able to follow procedures required for the removal of stoats and learn the necessary monitoring skills required.
* Follow Health and Safety requirements of the project.
* Work as part of a team of 2-4 people to carry out the main tasks.
* Be flexible and adaptable to change.
* Have a friendly disposition and be able to communicate effectively with people.
* Be comfortable moving across rugged terrain in all weathers, including slippery rocks, steep slopes and at a safe distance from cliff edges.
* Be able to carry equipment across rugged terrain - minimum 10-15kgs.
* Carry out responsibilities in an environmentally aware manner, ensuring as little damage to the environment as possible.
* Be comfortable traversing barbed wire fences.
* Be aware of the risks associated with working on active farms.
* Be able to use basic IT systems to collect and log data
* Be comfortable using a map/GPS.

Support

Training details

On role support with a member of the team will be provided along with quarterly training sessions on the techniques used to remove stoats.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Frequency & commitment

This is a flexible role.

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more

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Rapid Response Volunteer with Orkney Native Wildlife Project - Volunteer Scotland

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As part of the stoat eradication in Orkney there is a need for a rapid response team who will be able to respond to stoat sightings alongside our trap team to remove them as quickly as possible. Volunteers will meet with a team member to head out to sightings together and will be fully supported in the role.

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Inchgarth Community Centre, Aboyne Place, Aberdeen

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Inchgarth Community Centre, Aboyne Place, Aberdeen

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Inchgarth Community Centre, Aboyne Place, Aberdeen

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We are looking for volunteers to give us a green hand in maintaining our wonderful community garden at Inchgarth Community Centre to an excellent standard.

A fantastic opportunity to help. All help makes a real difference and is always greatly appreciated.

For more information, please email us at volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com or phone 01224 479061.

To find out about further volunteering opportunities at Inchgarth Community Centre please visit: https://www.inchgarth.co.uk/volunteer.html

Travel details

Inchgarth Community Centre, Aboyne Place, Garthdee, Aberdeen, AB10 7DR

Travel expenses

Bus fare can be reimbursed if a single ticket (or day ticket) is presented.

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Garden Helper Volunteers with Inchgarth Community Centre - Volunteer Scotland

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We are looking for volunteers to give us a green hand in maintaining our wonderful community garden at Inchgarth Community Centre to an excellent standard. A fantastic opportunity to help. All help makes a real difference and is always greatly appreciated. For more information, please email us at volunteerinchgarth@gmail.com or phone 01224 479061. To find out about further volunteering opportunities at Inchgarth Community Centre please visit: https://www.inchgarth.co.uk/volunteer.html

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Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre, Groathill Road North, Edinburgh

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Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre, Groathill Road North, Edinburgh

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Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre, Groathill Road North, Edinburgh

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The aim of this project is to bring people together of all ages to grow and share the harvest from our community garden. Crops harvested from the garden will be used to create simple healthy meals or snacks, and feed the community. Tasks involved are basic gardening tasks (no prior knowledge needed), planting seeds, potting up, weeding, watering and harvesting of the crops. For the more experienced gardeners propagation and pruning techniques will be taught, and effort will be made to upskill as you need.

Experience required

No prior gardening knowledge is needed. A willingness to learn and join in with the team is all that is required. Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult.

Travel details

Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre, 67b Groathill Road North, Edinburgh, EH4 2SA

Travel expenses

Travel expenses paid, up to the price of local bus services.

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Community Volunteer Gardener with Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre - Volunteer Scotland

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The aim of this project is to bring people together of all ages to grow and share the harvest from our community garden. Crops harvested from the garden will be used to create simple healthy meals or snacks, and feed the community. Tasks involved are basic gardening tasks (no prior knowledge needed), planting seeds, potting up, weeding, watering and harvesting of the crops. For the more experienced gardeners propagation and pruning techniques will be taught, and effort will be made to upskill as you need.

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The Conservation Volunteers bring people together to create, improve and care for green spaces.

The Forth Valley Biodiversity Action Team undertake various practical conservation tasks and improve green spaces across Falkirk and Stirling. Activities include woodland management, pond clearance, maintaining paths and sowing wildflower seeds.

We are dedicated to enhancing biodiversity through a range of activities from woodland management, creating habitats, eradicating invasive species, sowing wildflower seeds and community garden work. Volunteering is a great way to gain new skills and an opportunity to meet new people from a range of backgrounds.

Come and join us to help care for the environment, meet new people and spend some time in the great outdoors!

Experience required

No previous experience or training are required!

Travel details

Sessions take place throughout the Forth Valley area including Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire. Pick ups are available from Stirling train station in the TCV minibus.

Travel expenses

Up to £5 travel reimbursement per session.

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Forth Valley Biodiversity Action Team with The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) - Falkirk - Volunteer Scotland

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The Conservation Volunteers bring people together to create, improve and care for green spaces. The Forth Valley Biodiversity Action Team undertake various practical conservation tasks and improve green spaces across Falkirk and Stirling. Activities include woodland management, pond clearance, maintaining paths and sowing wildflower seeds. We are dedicated to enhancing biodiversity through a range of activities from woodland management, creating habitats, eradicating invasive species, sowing wildflower seeds and community garden work. Volunteering is a great way to gain new skills and an opportunity to meet new people from a range of backgrounds. Come and join us to help care for the environment, meet new people and spend some time in the great outdoors!

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Clean Up Aberdeen is part of Keep Scotland Beautiful's national mass-engagement campaign Clean Up Scotland.

Litter picking clean ups are a great way of bringing people together. Young and old alike can roll up their sleeves together to show that they care about their neighbourhood. Everyone can take part from individuals to schools, community groups and businesses.

Clean Ups are great fun and make a noticeable difference to areas.

Environmental Services can lend you litter picking tongs, high viz vests, gloves and black bags and will uplift the collected rubbish. All you have to do is pick and bag the litter.

For contact details, visit the link above.

You can also register a Clean Up of your local community with friends and family, work colleagues or your community group at:
https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/environment/clean-aberdeen

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Community Clean-up Volunteers with Clean Up Aberdeen - Volunteer Scotland

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Clean Up Aberdeen is part of Keep Scotland Beautiful’s national mass-engagement campaign Clean Up Scotland. Litter picking clean ups are a great way of bringing people together. Young and old alike can roll up their sleeves together to show that they care about their neighbourhood. Everyone can take part from individuals to schools, community groups and businesses. Clean Ups are great fun and make a noticeable difference to areas. Environmental Services can lend you litter picking tongs, high viz vests, gloves and black bags and will uplift the collected rubbish. All you have to do is pick and bag the litter. For more details, or to get help organising an event call 03000 200 292 or e-mail cleanaberdeen@aberdeencity.gov.uk You can also register a Clean Up of your local community with friends and family, work colleagues or your community group at: https://www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/services/environment/clean-aberdeen

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Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service, Groats Road, Hazlehead, Aberdeen

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Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service, Groats Road, Hazlehead, Aberdeen

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Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service, Groats Road, Hazlehead, Aberdeen

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The Aberdeen City Council Ranger Service is expanding its highly successful volunteer ranger programme. We are recruiting committed and enthusiastic individuals to assist the Ranger Service at a variety of sites around the city. The work involved is varied and, where possible, tailored to the volunteer's interests. This would be a perfect opportunity for people wanting to develop their CV, to get out and learn more about the landscape, wildlife of local area or even just wanting to get out and enjoy some practical work in an interesting setting. We do ask that where possible volunteers commit to joining as many work days as they can, these will normally run once or twice a week through the year and will allow us to help you develop your skills and explore your interests. However if you only want to work in your local area, or if you are only interested in certain volunteer tasks, we are happy to only contact you when a relevant opportunity arises. We are also happy for people to join one of our sessions on a “taster” basis before committing long term. If you are interested in using this opportunity towards a John Muir Award, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Saltire Award or any other qualification please just let us know and we can see what we can do to help. Young people aged under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. We are a recipient of the Volunteer Friendly Award national quality standard - all volunteers are therefore guaranteed an extremely good welcome and experience volunteering with us.

For an informal chat and further details please click the link for contact details.

Experience required

Volunteers require a reasonable level of fitness to work outside through the day as well as enthusiasm and commitment.

Travel details

Opportunities exist across a number of countryside sites in and around the city, in some cases volunteers can be collected from a convenient central location.

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Volunteer Rangers with Aberdeen City Council - Countryside Rangers Service - Volunteer Scotland

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The Aberdeen City Council Ranger Service is expanding its highly successful volunteer ranger programme. We are recruiting committed and enthusiastic individuals to assist the Ranger Service at a variety of sites around the city. The work involved is varied and, where possible, tailored to the volunteer’s interests. This would be a perfect opportunity for people wanting to develop their CV, to get out and learn more about the landscape, wildlife of local area or even just wanting to get out and enjoy some practical work in an interesting setting. We do ask that where possible volunteers commit to joining as many work days as they can, these will normally run once or twice a week through the year and will allow us to help you develop your skills and explore your interests. However if you only want to work in your local area, or if you are only interested in certain volunteer tasks, we are happy to only contact you when a relevant opportunity arises. We are also happy for people to join one of our sessions on a “taster” basis before committing long term. If you are interested in using this opportunity towards a John Muir Award, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Saltire Award or any other qualification please just let us know and we can see what we can do to help. Young people aged under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. We are a recipient of the Volunteer Friendly Award national quality standard - all volunteers are therefore guaranteed an extremely good welcome and experience volunteering with us. For an informal chat and further details please contact: Duncan McNeill (Countryside Ranger) at Email: countrysideranger@aberdeencity.gov.uk / Tel: 01224 326429.

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Hazlehead Recycling Centre (Grove Nursery), Aberdeen

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Hazlehead Recycling Centre (Grove Nursery), Aberdeen

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Hazlehead Recycling Centre (Grove Nursery), Aberdeen

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This initiative is about planting varieties of apple trees in any suitable space available. The blossoms are excellent for honey bees which are under threat. Apple varieties that are under threat of being lost are also maintained.

Any fruit is to be made available for communities to use as they wish. Fruit may be used for eating directly, for cooked products and for cider making. Any profit from apples cropped will be returned to the community as well.

Volunteers are needed to assist the project by :
• Digging a hole.
• Partly backfill with compost.
• Place the apple tree, tree support and protection as required into the hole.
• Complete backfill and water as appropriate.
• Label with apple variety, its primary use, name of volunteer, date planted.
• Feel good for helping the bees, the planet and our communities.

Initially we are looking at two sites:
1. Grove Nursery at Hazelhead.
2. Cove Woodland Trust, South Cove Road.
More sites will be developed across Aberdeen and the North East and other volunteering and job opportunities may arise as the project develops. All aspects of grafting, pruning etc. can be arranged for volunteers showing the correct aptitudes.

A fantastic opportunity to help an exciting initiative. All help greatly appreciated. Contact details in link above.

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Apple Tree Grower Volunteers with Common Weal Aberdeen - Volunteer Scotland

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This initiative is about planting varieties of apple trees in any suitable space available. The blossoms are excellent for honey bees which are under threat. Apple varieties that are under threat of being lost are also maintained. Any fruit is to be made available for communities to use as they wish. Fruit may be used for eating directly, for cooked products and for cider making. Any profit from apples cropped will be returned to the community as well. Volunteers are needed to assist the project by : •	Digging a hole. •	Partly backfill with compost. •	Place the apple tree, tree support and protection as required into the hole. •	Complete backfill and water as appropriate. •	Label with apple variety, its primary use, name of volunteer, date planted. •	Feel good for helping the bees, the planet and our communities. Initially we are looking at two sites: 1. Grove Nursery at Hazelhead. 2. Cove Woodland Trust, South Cove Road. More sites will be developed across Aberdeen and the North East and other volunteering and job opportunities may arise as the project develops. All aspects of grafting, pruning etc. can be arranged for volunteers showing the correct aptitudes. A fantastic opportunity to help an exciting initiative. All help greatly appreciated. For more details please contact Brian Allan, Volunteer & Funding Co-ordinator at E Mail: brianaltenscc2@gmail.com or Tel.: 07751275757.

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The Transform Gardening Project is a supported volunteering opportunity for young people aged 15 to 24 who would like to volunteer in a gardening or landscaping capacity.

If you would like to volunteer in the community garden you will need to complete an application form, which involves agreeing to our terms and conditions. Once we receive this you will be invited to come along to the garden, meet the coordinator and take part in induction training. The garden is open on Thursdays from 1.00 p.m. - 3.00 p.m. we expect a minimum commitment of one hour, anything more is up to you! There will always be a garden coordinator on hand to offer support and guidance.

Training
We want all of our volunteers to feel safe and supported while they garden with us. Before volunteering you will join the garden coordinator for a garden tour and safety talk that covers what we expect from volunteers, our guidelines as well as safe gardening practises. Once you have been through induction training, we will get you started in the garden.

Here is some of the work you may find yourself doing

Planning - You will be helping us plan gardening sessions and learning about what is planted throughout the seasons.

Sharing - It’s not just all about gardening, we will share in lots of other outdoor activities, like the big garden bird watch with the RSPB and the big butterfly count.

Tending - This includes, planting, pruning, watering, weeding, mowing, composting, feeding, harvesting.

Trying - You will be able to taste and try lots of what we grow and learn lots of new skills.

Making - We like to encourage lots of wildlife to the garden so you might find yourself making a bug hotel or birdbox.

Mending - There’s a lot more than plants in the garden to look after, we need to maintain, fix and paint fences, planters and raised beds.

Learning - Not only will you learn lots of new gardening skills, previous volunteers have found they have increased their confidence, their communication and team working skills, they have also learned how to plan and problem solve. This has helped young people apply for jobs, given them something interesting to write about on their CV and talk about in interviews.

Interested? Please get in touch using contact details in link above.

Experience required

No experience or qualifications required, just a willingness to take part.

Travel details

Community Garden in Dalkeith Country Park and an Allotment at Vogrie Country Park. Bus fares reimbursed and transport can be provided if not on bus route.

Travel expenses

Bus fares reimbursed and transport can be provided if not on bus route.

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Transform Gardener with Midlothian Community Action - Volunteer Scotland

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The Transform Gardening Project is a supported volunteering opportunity for young people aged 15 to 24 who would like to volunteer in a gardening or landscaping capacity. If you would like to volunteer in the community garden you will need to complete an application form, which involves agreeing to our terms and conditions. Once we receive this you will be invited to come along to the garden, meet the coordinator and take part in induction training. The garden is open on Thursdays from 1.00 p.m. - 3.00 p.m. we expect a minimum commitment of one hour, anything more is up to you! There will always be a garden coordinator on hand to offer support and guidance. Training We want all of our volunteers to feel safe and supported while they garden with us. Before volunteering you will join the garden coordinator for a garden tour and safety talk that covers what we expect from volunteers, our guidelines as well as safe gardening practises. Once you have been through induction training, we will get you started in the garden. Here is some of the work you may find yourself doing Planning - You will be helping us plan gardening sessions and learning about what is planted throughout the seasons. Sharing - It’s not just all about gardening, we will share in lots of other outdoor activities, like the big garden bird watch with the RSPB and the big butterfly count. Tending - This includes, planting, pruning, watering, weeding, mowing, composting, feeding, harvesting. Trying - You will be able to taste and try lots of what we grow and learn lots of new skills. Making - We like to encourage lots of wildlife to the garden so you might find yourself making a bug hotel or birdbox. Mending - There’s a lot more than plants in the garden to look after, we need to maintain, fix and paint fences, planters and raised beds. Learning - Not only will you learn lots of new gardening skills, previous volunteers have found they have increased their confidence, their communication and team working skills, they have also learned how to plan and problem solve. This has helped young people apply for jobs, given them something interesting to write about on their CV and talk about in interviews. Interested? Please get in touch with carey@volunteermidlothian.org.uk for further information and an application form.

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Wetland reserve based in Southwest Scotland. Regular volunteering opportunities. Can get involved with habitat management or roles that are more visitor facing.

https://www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/caerlaverock

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Weâre on a mission to restore wetlands and unlock their powers. With your support, through visiting, membership and donation, we will help nature back to life.

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VOCAL Edinburgh Carers' Hub, Leith Walk, Edinburgh

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VOCAL Edinburgh Carers' Hub, Leith Walk, Edinburgh

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VOCAL Edinburgh Carers' Hub, Leith Walk, Edinburgh

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Carers’ Hub volunteer gardener

Role

The aim of this role is to keep the garden at our Carer’s Hub looking tidy and welcoming.

Volunteer Gardeners are expected to have an interest in gardening, and to take the lead in maintaining the garden, from weeding to general tidying.

Location VOCAL Edinburgh Carers’ Hub (60 Leith Walk, Edinburgh, EH6 5HB) Role description

• Visit the Carer’s Hub to tend the garden at least once per month (additional visits during spring/autumn, and less visits during summer/ winter)

• Weed the flower beds, ensuring the garden looks neat and tidy • Plant and rotate seasonal plants and flowers, keeping the garden in bloom all year round • Ensure shrubs and trees are kept trimmed and neat

• Report any tasks which might require an external contractor or additional resource

• Applicants should have experience or interest in gardening and sustainability, confidence in working alone, and the ability to carry out morderate manual tasks (with reasonable adjustments if needed) Welcome Expectations

• Co-operation with tasks pertinent to your role

• Willingness to attend induction and ongoing training

• Sensitive approach to confidential information received as part of your volunteering role

• Adherence to organisational policies and procedures, including

• safeguarding and data protection protocols

• Understanding of and commitment to the vision, mission and aims of VOCAL

Commitment Average

around 3 hours per month, but certain times of year will need more visits and some months may require less.

Support

• Group induction with other VOCAL volunteers, delivered by Volunteer Co Ordinator.

• Role-specific training with centre co-ordinator/volunteer coordinator.

Quarterly meetings to discuss your development goals and help you identify any training you might undertake to support your role.

Other benefits:

• Invited to bi-annual volunteer social events, volunteer forum, and other ad-hoc functions

• Travel expenses (pre-agreed)

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Help keep the garden at our Edinburgh Carers’ Hub looking tidy and welcoming.