SAT 1st / 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 on the Old Coach Road, north east of Gate 19, Grid Ref: SZ032955 [MAP]. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SUN 2nd / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Parley Common, West Parley, Bournemouth / Scrub Management
East Dorset District Council
Parley Common covers over 150 hectares of Heathland stretching from Ferndown almost to Christchurch, and is one of the largest remaining continuous areas of lowland heath in Britain. The East Dorset Countryside Management Service are responsible for a small block of the heath in the Trickett's Cross area, accessible from the Heather lands Community Centre, whilst the majority of the site is managed by the Herpetological Conservation Trust. 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.

SUN 2nd / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Ham Common, Poole / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole
Friends of Ham Common work party. Further work on the SSSI to help improve the habitat. 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.

WED 5th / 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 5th / 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 5th / 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 6th / 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 6th / 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 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.

FRI 7th / 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 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.

SAT 8th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Hambledon Hill / Scrub Cutting
Natural england Green Team
Revisit the scrubby area around the pine walk entrance to the hill. The weekend is organised by Julia and will be based in a local village hall. Please ring her for details on 07842 120585.

SUN 9th 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Hambledon Hill / Scrub Cutting
Natural england Green Team
Revisit the scrubby area around the pine walk entrance to the hill. The weekend is organised by Julia and will be based in a local village hall. Please ring her for details on 07842 120585.

SUN 9th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Holt Forest, Nr Ferndown / Holly Cutting
Natural England Green Team
Meet at the broad lawn entrance. Grid Ref: SU042047 [MAP] nearest post code BH21 7DZ. Contact Richard Frost Tel: 01202 883084. Mob: 07756 864796.

SUN 9th / 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Avon Heath Country Park / Small Scrub 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 9th / 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 12th / 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 12th / 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 12th / 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 12th / 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 13th / 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 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.

FRI 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.

SAT 15th / 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 15th / 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Longmeadow Lane Woods, Poole / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole
Friends of Creekmoor Work party. Help to open up Longmeadow Lane woods to improve access for the public and take some pressure off the neighbouring Upton heath. Task leader: Martin Whitchurch. Meet at the field gate opposite the entrance to Woodpecker Drive, Grid Ref: SY992936 [MAP] nearest post code BH17 7BQ. Contact the Borough of Poole on Tel: 01202 265265 or e-mail: leisure@poole.gov.uk.

SUN 16th / 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.

WED 19th / 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sandford Heath / Pine & Rhododendron Clearance
Natural England Green Team
Meet at 10:00 AM at Station Road, Holton Heath (heading towards Wareham on the A351, turn left at the traffic lights and after about 400 yards, park on the right-hand side of the road alongside the black steel pallisade fencing just before the houses. Grid Ref: SY943906 [MAP] nearest post code BH16 6JT. Contact Richard Frost Tel: 01202 883084. Mob: 07756 864796.

WED 19th / 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 19th / 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 19th / 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 20th / 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 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.

FRI 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.

SUN 23rd / 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 26th / 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 26th / 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 26th / 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 26th / 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 27th / 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 27th / 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 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.

FRI 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.

SAT 29th / 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Ham Common, Poole / Scrub Clearance
Borough of Poole
Friends of Ham Common work party. Further work on the SSSI to help improve the habitat. 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.