A VOLUNTEERING club bringing together families with young children to learn and care for the environment in a popular North Yorkshire location is seeking new members.
The North York Moors Explorer Volunteers meet twice a month, usually on a Sunday, to help look after the national park and its habitats.
Tasks range from collecting litter and pruning hedges, to clearing drainage culverts, planting trees and tackling invasive species.
There’s also lots of fun and adventure to be had, with families getting a chance to experience everything from the glorious coast to the sweeping heather moorland.
The ideal age for participating children is between four and 11 years old and extended family members, such as grandparents, are more than welcome to join in.
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All equipment and training is provided, with tools available for both adults and children.
For families interested in becoming Explorer Volunteers, two taster sessions will take place on Sunday 16 April (10am – 12pm or 1pm – 3pm) at Danby Lodge National Park Centre, near Whitby.
The sessions will include bushcraft workshops and an opportunity to meet current volunteer families.
To book your place, please email Tammy Andrews directly at T.Andrews@northyorkmoors.org.uk
Tammy has been involved with family volunteering at the North York Moors National Park Authority for the last ten years.
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