Volunteer

Description

To undertake practical conservation that will help protect biodiversity and increase public awareness of the importance of indigenous flora and fauna in the city council-owned Terryland Forest Park and environs by way of organising or being involved in such activities as native tree and wildflower plantings; litter picks; clean ups; development of wetlands, farming, a tree nursery and eco-heritage trails; outdoor classroom initiatives, Citizen Science data surveying projects, and providing public open days.

To undertake guided tours for schools and other groups of the Terryland Forest Park and its green and blue hinterland

To make the volunteering experience fulfilling and enjoyable.

Is training provided?:Yes

Tasks that the volunteer(s) will be expected to undertake:

To undertake practical conservation that will help protect biodiversity and increase public awareness of the importance of indigenous flora and fauna in the city council-owned Terryland Forest Park and environs by way of organising or being involved in such activities as native tree and wildflower plantings; litter picks; clean ups; development of wetlands, farming, a tree nursery and eco-heritage trails; outdoor classroom initiatives, Citizen Science data surveying projects, and providing public open days.

To undertake guided tours for schools and other groups of the Terryland Forest Park and its green and blue hinterland

Benefits of Volunteering:

The health benefits of working in a natural environment of woodland and wildflower meadows have been scientifically proven. 

Furthermore, undertaking conservation work in Terryland Forest Park will improve the air quality of Galway city for residents, provide homes for threatened wildlife within an urban environment and help increase the natural attractiveness of our city for residents and tourists alike

Details of time commitment needed for role:
Saturday mornings from 10am at present. Rendezvous: An Nead (The Nest) at the Sandy Road entrance to Terryland Forest Park. https://maps.app.goo.gl/c9KthUDB4U1qKPNh7

Minimum time commitment per week:
Flexible/Varies

Sustainable Development Goal:

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UNIVERSITY OF GALWAY