Organisation

Role and Opportunity Details (to apply for this role you must be 16+)

Nature conservation on our Wigan reserves

We are looking for people to help us maintain the ideal environment for Wigan’s wildlife, on nature reserves at Wigan Flashes, Kirkless, and Lightshaw Meadow.

This is a varied, practical role which involves being outdoors in all weathers!  Old clothing and sturdy boots required.

Spring/Summer jobs include wildlife surveying and making habitat improvements.

Autumn/Winter jobs include – tree planting and vegetation removal.

Specific Skills Required

Training is given for practical tasks but the ability to work outdoors in all weathers is a must.

Benefits of Volunteering with this organisation

Volunteering with Lancashire Wildlife Trust is a chance to –

• Meet new people.
• Improve your wellbeing.
• Make a positive difference to the wildlife on your doorstep.
• We value our volunteers and without them we simply couldn’t deliver the valuable work we do.

Level of commitment required 

Ongoing Volunteer Opportunity

Date(s) / Time(s) Required

Ideally one day per week on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday.

Volunteer Opportunity Number

VO10327 –  (please make a note of this ‘VO’ number if applying for this role).