Tayside Projects

Completed Projects

SNHDown to Earth
Where? 6 Milne Street, PERTH
When? 8th June 2008
What's it about? We will be encouraging wildlife into our garden by planting shrubs such as lavender, honeysuckle and buddleia. Erecting bird baths, tables, feeders and boxes etc and creating a wildlife corner.
Where's it happening? Perth Association for Mental Health, Caladh Centre, 6 Milne Street, PERTH
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided: Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No under 16s
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Cheryl Livie (0173 863 9657)
Organised by: Perth Association for Mental Health
REF S133

The Blackwater Great Ground Force
Where? Blairgowrie
When? 1/6/08
What's it about? We need volunteers to clear this site of rubbish, weed and dig over, cut grass and generally maintain grounds, as well as plant up. This fun project will involve the local community in ensuring the grounds are a safe, usable and welcoming environment. Blackwater Public Hall is a vital and valued resource in this very rural area.
Where's it happening? The Blackwater Public Hall, Bridge of Cally, Blairgowrie
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Karen Philpott (01250 882249)
Organised by: Blackwater Public Community Hall
REF S75

SNHMuirhead Red Squirrel Sanctuary
Where? Dundee
When? 10th June 2008
What's it about? To thin out self seeding silver birch, repair fencing and erect new 'Pheasant Friendly' fencing. Install bird and bat friendly housing together with creating hedgehog habitats.
Where's it happening? Liff Road, Muirhead of Liff, Dundee
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No pets, No under 16s
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Jimmie Reid (0783 596 0072)
Organised by: Muirhead Red Squirrel Sanctuary
REF S130

SNHBiodiversity In A Basket
Where? Forfar
When? 19/5/08 - 24/5/08
What's it about? A drop-in event for all ages and abilities highlighting gardening for wildlife. To attract and encourage wildlife into the garden, specifically raising awareness of the plight of the Bumblebee. Volunteers will assist in the demonstration of planting up hanging baskets and planters.
Where's it happening? Forfar Loch Country Park, Craig O'Loch Road, Forfar
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Mhairi Kimmet (01307 461118)
Organised by: Angus Council Ranger Service
Email: forfarloch@sol.co.uk
REF S123

SNHButterfly & Conservation Sanctuary
Where? Kirkmichael
When? 6/5/08
What's it about? To Make a Butterfly garden. We will regenerate a piece of waste ground into a Scottish Wild Flower garden to attract butterflies and other insects. The Kindrogan Field Centre is in wooded grounds on the banks of the River Ardle in the picturesque Scottish Highlands. It lies within easy reach of some of the remotest areas of the UK with inspiring landforms and a rich range of wildlife habitats.
Where's it happening? Kindrogan Field Centre,, Enochdhu, Kirkmichael
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Ian Milford (01250 882282)
Organised by: 30th Strathardle Scouts
Email: milford6@madasafish.com
REF S101

Down to Earth
Where? Perth
When? 30 May 2008
What's it about? The project is primarily to re-energise the recreational garden area to provide a pleasant experience for peoples' well-being. It will involve digging, weeding, hoeing and planting fresh flowers and plants to improve the environment for future summer social events. This is one aspect of improving peoples mental well-being.
Where's it happening? Perth Association for Mental Health, Caladh Centre, 6 Milne Street,, Perth
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Cheryl Livie or Paul Thompson (01738 639657)
Organised by: Perth Association for Mental Health
REF S115

SNHEnhancing Avian Ecology on Dun Coillich
Where? Pitlochry
When? 16/3/08 - 10/5/08
What's it about? The aim of this project is to enhance the avian ecology of Dun Coillich, especially around the observation area by increasing shelter, nesting sites and feeding stations. This will require the purchasing of trees and scrub plants such as bramble and gorse, together with appropriate stakes and tubes. It will also require nest boxes and bird tables. Ultimately we hope to build a martin wall for Sand Martins, which breed at the Northern part of Dun Coillich. Volunteers will be required to plant trees and place nest boxes. Most of these volunteers will probably be drawn from the HPCLT membership but increasingly local schools are helping with working parties.
Where's it happening? Dun Coillich, Pitlochry
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Robin Hull (01887 840380)
Organised by: Highland Perthshire Communities Land Trust
REF S57

SNHCreating Insect and Human Herb Garden
Where? Scotlandwell
When? 18th May 2008
What's it about? We will be creating a herb garden for community use to enhance insect life in the area. The local well will be surrounded by insect boxes and plantlife designed to benefit wildlife. Digging and planting will be done by volunteers
Where's it happening? The Well Garden, Scotlandwell
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Gloves
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Refreshments
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Karen McDonnell (0159 284 0379)
Organised by: Scotlandwell In Bloom
Email: karen10390@btinternet.com
REF S128

Buzz Stops
Where? Scotlandwell
When? 3rd June 2008
What's it about? Working in partnership with the Local Brownie Pack, we will create a number of 'Buzz Stops'. These are miniature wildflower gardens which each brownie can nurture at home to create biodiversity for bees and other insects. We will then be introducing the wildflower plugs into the park area to build 'refuge' areas for insects and to enhance the appearance of the area.
Where's it happening? Well Green Scotlandwell, c/o The Clunes, Scotlandwell
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partial
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Karen McDonnell (0159 284 0379)
Organised by: Scotlandwell In Bloom
Email: karen10390@btinternet.com
REF S161