Do you love Fleet Pond? Enjoying spending time there? I think we all agree its a great outdoor space and a fabulous asset to our community!
Fleet Pond Society is the voluntary group that exists to protect and manage Fleet Pond Nature Reserve. We work in a close and positive relationship with the Hart District Council Countryside Rangers to ensure best use is made of the voluntary resources FPS can provide.
Our volunteers work to maintain the diversity of wildlife habitat at the Reserve. This includes keeping the open heath and marsh areas free of invasive species; clearing footpaths of overhanging vegetation; repairing fences and strengthening the banks of streams against erosion.
Volunteers are always welcome at our weekly Friday morning sessions where we carry out a variety of tasks from repairing pathways to clearing saplings from the dry heath and a myriad of tasks in-between. Chocolate biscuits provided!
Skills
Experience in conservation is not essential. You will need to be physically fit, and be comfortable working with tools and with people of all ages.
Volunteers must be aged 18+.
The work is outdoors, in wet muddy conditions and in all weather so wellies and suitable outdoor clothing are advised!
Details
- Accessibility
The pond is accessible in places for wheel chair users, however as the volunteer activity is quite physical the role may not be suitable for wheel chair users. - Age restrictions
18+ - DBS check needed
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Suitable for under 16s
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | No | Yes | No | No |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Location
Fleet Pond Nature Reserve
Fleet
Hampshire
GU51 2RR