Nature Rangers at Low Barns Nature Reserve

About

A group for 11-14 year olds who wish to learn some practical conservation skills, improve ecological knowledge, and enjoy the outdoors.

In this session we will be learning about ponds. We will be studying the importance of a pond as a habitat for fish, amphibians and invertebrates and as a water source for birds and mammals. We will also be designing and building our own pond on site.

Join this group of young volunteers and get some hands-on experience of managing a nature reserve and recording the wildlife. You'll gain new skills and get involved in conservation tasks including surveying, planting and painting tasks during these sessions.

These volunteering hours can count towards a Duke of Edinburgh Award or can be recorded as work experience on your CV, plus you’re helping to do your bit for the environment!

Please dress for the weather and bring suitable waterproof clothing. Wear sturdy boots/footwear.

Activities across different sessions may include:

• Hand tool use
• Painting
• Planting
• Grass cutting and raking
• Litter picking
   

Booking
Free
For ages 11-14 years.
Suitable for
Children

Know before you go
Dogs
On a lead
What to bring
Please dress for the weather and bring suitable waterproof clothing. Wear sturdy boots/footwear.

Facilities
Toilets
Shop
Cafe/refreshments
Picnic area
Accessible toilet
Disabled parking
Accessible trails
 

Contact us
Ali McDougall
Contact email: amcdougal@durhamwt.co.uk