Opportunities

Brighton Hit Squad

Location:
Various locations in the Brighton and Hove area
Overview of the role:
This is a group that meets on a Saturday morning once a month for practical conservation on Sussex Wildlife Trust reserves within the city and other greenspaces across Brighton and Hove.
Type of tasks you will be involved with:
Scrub clearance, removal of non-native species, grassland management opening areas on the nature reserves so it can be better used by Forest School groups and allow for easier management, surveying and community use.
Experience/Skills Required:
Volunteers must be aged 18 and over, have a reasonable level of physical fitness and ideally some interest in wildlife and conservation. Experience is not required. All volunteers will be asked to comply under health and safety regulations.
Days/Times we would like you to be available:
Meets monthly on Saturday morning. The group consists of a fairly large pool of volunteers who are able to sign up for opportunities on a first come, first served basis.
Benefits to volunteer & possible training opportunities:
Travel expenses where applicable. You need to wear old clothes and suitable footwear. Bring food and drink and plenty of enthusiasm! Tools and training are provided, though for some tasks you may wish to invest in a pair of gardening gloves.

How to Apply

Complete the application form using the link below. Please state Conservation Volunteer - as part of a Work Party - Brighton Hit Squad as the role.

Link to: Application form

If this link does not work please email: [email protected].

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