FRI 1st / 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Dorset County Council & Island Conservation Volunteers
Portland / Task TBC
Everybody welcome to come for all or just part of the day. Tools and gloves provided. Contact 01305 823789 or 07973 907760 for further details.

FRI 1st / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

FRI 1st / Time TBC
Turbary Common LNR, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
We will be working on-site for two weeks. Volunteers are welcome to join us by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie Ford or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

SAT 2nd / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Ham Common, Poole / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole & Dorset Countryside Volunteers
Friends of Ham Common work party, with help from Dorset Countryside Volunteers. First task of the New year at Ham Common to get you back into shape! Park at the Viewpoint car park Grid Ref: SY977908 [MAP] nearest post code BH15 4LZ. Exact work site dependant on previous work so keep an eye out for on-site signs. Task leader: Martin Whitchurch. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SUN 3rd / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Canford Heath, Poole / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole & Dorset Countryside Volunteers
Controlling the spread of pines and birch is important, so come and help cut some down on Canford Heath Nature Reserve to keep the heath open. Task leader: Karen Pearce. Meet near Gate 21, Grid Ref: SZ037951 [MAP]. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SUN 3rd / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Kinson Common LNR, Bournemouth / Scrub Clearance
Bournemouth Borough Council
Meet at the boardwalk near the Paget Road entrance, Grid Ref: SZ065959 [MAP] nearest post code BH11 8AF. Enquiries to Anna-Marie Ford on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

MON 4th / Time TBC
Turbary Common LNR, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
We will be working on-site for two weeks. Volunteers are welcome to join us by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie Ford or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

TUE 5th / Time TBC
Turbary Common LNR, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
We will be working on-site for two weeks. Volunteers are welcome to join us by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie Ford or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

WED 6th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Various
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Tasks generally include; scrub clearance (gorse, pine and thorn depending on which part of the estate we’re on), hedgelaying, coppicing and drystone walling. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

WED 6th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical conservation work to conserve and enhance this very special place. Meet at the visitor Centre, Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL Grid Ref: SZ031773 [MAP]. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey, Tel: 01929 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk.

WED 6th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

WED 6th / Time TBC
Turbary Common LNR, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
We will be working on-site for two weeks. Volunteers are welcome to join us by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie Ford or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

THU 7th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston Castle
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical work to help with the restoration of historic Durlston Castle. The Castle is currently being re-developed as an environmental visitor centre for Durlston and as the main visitor centre for the Jurassic Coast. Volunteers are involved in work in and around the castle as part of the re-development. Meet at the visitor Centre, Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL Grid Ref: SZ031773 [MAP]. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey, Tel: 01929 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk.

THU 7th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

THU 7th / Time TBC
Turbary Common LNR, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
We will be working on-site for two weeks. Volunteers are welcome to join us by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie Ford or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

FRI 8th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

FRI 8th / Time TBC
Turbary Common LNR, Bournemouth / Habitat Management Works
Bournemouth Borough Council
We will be working on-site for two weeks. Volunteers are welcome to join us by prior arrangement. Enquiries to Anna-Marie Ford or Gillie on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

SAT 9th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Deer Enclosures
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Deer Exclosures In King’s Wood - The deer eat the young trees, therefore we need to exclude them from certain areas. Task leader: David. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

SUN 10th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Deer Enclosures
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Deer Exclosures In King’s Wood - The deer eat the young trees, therefore we need to exclude them from certain areas. Task leader: David. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

SUN 10th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Hog Cliff / Hazel Coppicing
Natural England Green Team
Concentrating on the previously coppiced hazel along the fence line. Meet at the entrance to Hog Cliff Farm on the A37 Dorchester to Yeovil Road. Grid Ref: SY620975 [MAP] nearest post code DT2 9NS. Contact Richard Frost Tel: 01202 883084. Mob: 07756 864796.

SUN 10th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Stephens Castle, Verwood / Scrub Bashing
East Dorset District Council
Todays task is pine pulling or gorse clearance. Meet at Grid Ref: SU090094 [MAP]. You can park and enter the site at the end of Moorlands Road (near the British egion) or from St. Stephens Lane. Everyone over the age of 16. Young people between the age of 8 and 15 are welcome to come along but they must be accompanied and supervised on the task by an adult. You need no special tools or training, just a lunch bag and enthusiasm! For more information contact Carrie Edmonds on Tel: 01425 470721 or e-mail cedmonds@eastdorsetdc.gov.uk.

SUN 10th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park / Birch and Pine Removal
RSPB
Please remember to wear sensible tough work clothing and bring old rainwear if appropriate. You will need tea/drinks (cakes and biscuits provided) and a packed lunch. We will have a bonfire to burn all the cut material and to stay warm during breaks, if we have any cold weather at all this winter! Meet at the ranger work base in North Park, Grid Ref: SU131034 [MAP] nearest post code BH24 2DA. Contact Toby Branston Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

SUN 10th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Canford Heath NR, Poole / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole
Help improve Canford Heath Nature reserve by clearing out rhododendron and invading scrub. Meet North of Steeple Close, up Longfleet Drive, before you reach gate 15 on Longfleet Drive, Grid Ref: SZ020956 [MAP] nearest post code BH21 3BQ. There is some parking in Steeple Close. Task leader: Jez Martin. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SUN 10th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sandford Heath, Nr Wareham / Rhododendron Clearance
Sandford Conservation Group
Tools and health and safety talk provided. Meet at the lay-by on the A351 opposite Sandford Middle School, Grid Ref: SY934901 [MAP] nearest post code BH20 7QJ. For more details call the Urban Heaths Partnership west team on Mob: 07900 137882.

SUN 10th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Turbary Common, Bournemouth / Scrub Clearance
Bournemouth Borough Council
Task led by Gllie. Meet by the notice board at the main entrance on Turbary Park Avenue, Grid Ref: SZ058950 [MAP] nearest post code BH11 8HJ. Contact Gillie on 01202 535140.

WED 13th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Various
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Tasks generally include; scrub clearance (gorse, pine and thorn depending on which part of the estate we’re on), hedgelaying, coppicing and drystone walling. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

WED 13th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical conservation work to conserve and enhance this very special place. Meet at the visitor Centre, Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL Grid Ref: SZ031773 [MAP]. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey, Tel: 01929 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk.

WED 13th / 10:00 AM
Duncliffe Wood, Shaftesbury / Various Tasks
Woodland Trust
Everybody is welcome, however children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. The event is also suitable for dogs but they must be controlled at all times. Please ensure you wear suitable clothes and footwear. Meet at Grid Ref: ST826222 [MAP] nearest post code SP7 0AA. Car parking is available at the site. Contact Ian Hounsell, Tel: 01747 841089.

WED 13th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

THU 14th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Bugdens Copse, Verwood / Hazel Coppicing
East Dorset District Council
Why not spend Valentines day Hazel Coppicing!! Bugden’s Copse Local Nature Reserve in the heart of Verwood is a six hectare semi-natural Ancient Woodland, and a remnant of the ancient forest of 'Fayre Wood' from which the local town of Verwood derives its name. Because of its outstanding wildlife and conservation value, the copse and adjoining meadows are declared Sites of Special Scientific Interest. The meeting point is still to be confirmed. Everyone over the age of 16 welcome. Young people between the age of 8 and 15 are welcome to come along but they must be accompanied and supervised on the task by an adult. You need no special tools or training, just a lunch bag and enthusiasm! For more information contact Carrie Edmonds on Tel: 01425 470721 or e-mail cedmonds@eastdorsetdc.gov.uk.

THU 14th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston Castle
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical work to help with the restoration of historic Durlston Castle. The Castle is currently being re-developed as an environmental visitor centre for Durlston and as the main visitor centre for the Jurassic Coast. Volunteers are involved in work in and around the castle as part of the re-development. Meet at the visitor Centre, Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL Grid Ref: SZ031773 [MAP]. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey, Tel: 01929 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk.

THU 14th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

FRI 15th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

SAT 16th / 10:00 AM
Fifehead Wood, Fifehead Magdalen, Nr Shaftesbury / Various
Woodland Trust
Please ensure you wear suitable clothes and footwear. Meet at Grid Ref: ST773215 [MAP] nearest post code SP8 5RR. Car parking is available nearby. Contact Ian Hounsell, Tel: 01747 841089.

SAT 16th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Canford Heath, Poole / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole
Controlling the spread of pines and birch is important, so come and help cut some down on Canford Heath Nature Reserve to keep the heath open. Task leader: Karen Pearce. Meet near Gate 19 on South Walk, Grid Ref: SZ031952 [MAP]. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SAT 16th / 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Northmead Copse, Poole / Various
Borough of Poole
Friends of Creekmoor task. Help to plant some trees, litter pick and improve access around one of Poole's oldest bits of woodland - Northmead Copse. Task leader: Martin Whitchurch. Meet at the Martin Close end of the copse, Grid Ref: SY996935 [MAP] nearest post code BH17 7XS. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SUN 17th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Ryewater Farm, Corscombe, West Dorset / Gorse Clearance
Plantlife & Dorset Countryside Volunteers
This event, held in partnership with the Dorset Countryside Volunteers, has become something of an annual tradition. This time we will be cutting back gorse, which has invaded an area of pasture. Meeting point: park just inside the field at Grid Ref: ST515066 [MAP] nearest post code DT2 0QF. The gateway into this field is directly off of the Coscombe to Higher Halstock Leigh road, on the right hand side just after Ryewater Farmhouse. Contact Plantlife on 01722 342730, or email enquiries@plantlife.org.uk, stating “events” in the subject line.

SUN 17th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Redhill Common LNR, Bournemouth / Scrub Clearance
Bournemouth Borough Council
Task led by Anna-MArie. Meet on the main footpath near the white footbridge over the road. Contact Anna-Marie Ford on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

WED 20th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Hartland Moor & Stoborough Heath, Nr Wareham / Gorse Cutting
Natural England Green Team
Meet at 10:00 AM at the Sunnyside car park in Ridge, near Wareham. Grid Ref: SY938862 [MAP] nearest post code BH20 5BU. Contact Richard Frost Tel: 01202 883084. Mob: 07756 864796.

WED 20th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Various
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Tasks generally include; scrub clearance (gorse, pine and thorn depending on which part of the estate we’re on), hedgelaying, coppicing and drystone walling. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

WED 20th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical conservation work to conserve and enhance this very special place. Meet at the visitor Centre, Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL Grid Ref: SZ031773 [MAP]. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey, Tel: 01929 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk.

WED 20th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

THU 21st / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston Castle
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical work to help with the restoration of historic Durlston Castle. The Castle is currently being re-developed as an environmental visitor centre for Durlston and as the main visitor centre for the Jurassic Coast. Volunteers are involved in work in and around the castle as part of the re-development. Meet at the visitor Centre, Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL Grid Ref: SZ031773 [MAP]. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey, Tel: 01929 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk.

THU 21st / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

FRI 22nd / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

SAT 23rd / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Coppicing
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Hazel coppicing in Warren Wood, an overlooked woodland. Task leader: Roland. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

SAT 23rd / 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bourne Valley NR, Poole / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole
Help to improve the habitat on this protected heathland. Task leader: Caroline Smart. Meet at the end of Evering Avenue, Grid Ref: SZ052939 [MAP] nearest post code BH12 4JP. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SAT 23rd / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Kinson Common LNR, Bournemouth / Scrub Clearance
Bournemouth Borough Council
Meet at the boardwalk near the Paget Road entrance, Grid Ref: SZ065959 [MAP] nearest post code BH11 8AF. Enquiries to Anna-Marie Ford on 01202 535140 or e-mail anna-marie.ford@bournemouth.gov.uk.

SUN 24th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Coppicing
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Hazel coppicing in Warren Wood, an overlooked woodland. Task leader: Roland. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

SUN 24th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Hartland Moor & Stoborough Heath, Nr Wareham / Gorse Cutting
Natural England Green Team
Last gorse task of the season, working behind the cair on Soldiers Road. Meet at 10:00 AM at the Sunnyside car park in Ridge, near Wareham. Grid Ref: SY938862 [MAP] nearest post code BH20 5BU. Contact Richard Frost Tel: 01202 883084. Mob: 07756 864796.

SUN 24th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Moors Valley Country Park, Nr Ringwood / Making Bird Boxes
East Dorset District Council
The task today will be to make and install bird boxes. Meet at the Visitors Centre at the park, Grid Ref: SU107057 [MAP] post code BH24 2ET. Everyone over the age of 16. Young people between the age of 8 and 15 are welcome to come along but they must be accompanied and supervised on the task by an adult. You need no special tools or training, just a lunch bag and enthusiasm! Tel: 01425 470721 or e-mail cedmonds@eastdorsetdc.gov.uk.

SUN 24th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Canford Heath NR, Poole / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole
Help improve Canford Heath Nature reserve by clearing out rhododendron and invading scrub. Meet North of Steeple Close, up Longfleet Drive, before you reach gate 15 on Longfleet Drive, Grid Ref: SZ020956 [MAP] nearest post code BH21 3BQ. There is some parking in Steeple Close. Task leader: Jez Martin. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

WED 27th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Studland, Purbeck / Various
National Trust - Purbeck Estate Volunteers
Tasks generally include; scrub clearance (gorse, pine and thorn depending on which part of the estate we’re on), hedgelaying, coppicing and drystone walling. Meet at the Purbeck Estate office, Middle Beach, Studland, Grid Reference: SZ036828 [MAP] nearest post code BH19 3AX. Contact the Purbeck Estate Office on 01929 450259.

WED 27th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical conservation work to conserve and enhance this very special place. Meet at the visitor Centre, Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL Grid Ref: SZ031773 [MAP]. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey, Tel: 01929 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk.

WED 27th / 10:00 AM
Duncliffe Wood, Shaftesbury / Various Tasks
Woodland Trust
Everybody is welcome, however children under 16 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. The event is also suitable for dogs but they must be controlled at all times. Please ensure you wear suitable clothes and footwear. Meet at Grid Ref: ST826222 [MAP] nearest post code SP7 0AA. Car parking is available at the site. Contact Ian Hounsell, Tel: 01747 841089.

WED 27th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

THU 28th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Poor Common, Ferndown / Rhododendron Clearance
East Dorset District Council
Poor common is an area of Pine woodland and remnant Heathland, that has recently come under the management of East Dorset Countryside Management Service. There are large areas of Rhododendron and birch that need to be cleared from the remaining Heathland areas to enable the heather to re-establish. The meeting point is still to be confirmed. Everyone over the age of 16 welcom. Young people between the age of 8 and 15 are welcome to come along but they must be accompanied and supervised on the task by an adult. You need no special tools or training, just a lunch bag and enthusiasm! For more information contact Carrie Edmonds on Tel: 01425 470721 or e-mail cedmonds@eastdorsetdc.gov.uk.

THU 28th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Durlston Country Park, Swanage / Various
Dorset County Council & Friends of Durlston Castle
Join this friendly volunteer group to carry out practical work to help with the restoration of historic Durlston Castle. The Castle is currently being re-developed as an environmental visitor centre for Durlston and as the main visitor centre for the Jurassic Coast. Volunteers are involved in work in and around the castle as part of the re-development. Meet at the visitor Centre, Durlston Country Park, Lighthouse Road, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 2JL Grid Ref: SZ031773 [MAP]. For more details, contact Ali Tuckey, Tel: 01929 424443 or visit www.durlston.co.uk.

THU 28th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Slop Bog, Ferndown / Various Tasks
Slop Bog Guardians
Work parties are held on the last Thursday of every month. All tools and gloves are provided and a ranger will supervise the tasks. Would-be volunteers are invited to meet us at the Redwood Drive entrance, Grid Ref: SU074016 [MAP] nearest post code BH22 9UJ. Contact the guardians on 01425 483809 or e-mail: enquiries@slopbog.org.uk

THU 28th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.

FRI 29th / 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park, Ferndown / Various Habitat Management
RSPB
Tasks vary throughout the autumn / winter, but will usually involve scrub control of birch, small pine, mixed broadleaf and gorse. We usually have a bonfire and packed lunch out on the heath. We will also be doing a limited amount of mature tree felling and need people to help drag and burn the brash. Currently we are removing and stump treating birch regeneration across the whole park (well the worst areas anyway). For more information contact Toby Branston on Tel: / Fax: 01425 472975 Mob: 07801 344024 or e-mail: toby.branston@rspb.org.uk.