Tayside Projects

Completed Projects

Woodland Wildflower Wilderness
Where? Arbroath
When? 27/04/09
What's it about? Pupils will dig holes in woodland area within school grounds and plant native plants such as Bluebells, Primroses and Snowdrops. This area is already planted with some wildflowers but we intend to develop it.
Where's it happening? Arbroath Academy, Glenisla Drive, Arbroath
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Pupils from school, Pupils from school
How many NEW volunteers required? 0
Press/Volunteer Contact: Loretta Dean (01241 872978)
Organised by: Eco-Schools, Arbroath Academy
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The 4B's - Boxes for Birds, Bats & Bees's
Where? Broughty Ferry
When? 8th July 2009 - 9th July2009
What's it about? The Broughty Ferry Environmental Project will be supporting volunteers surveying sites along the Dighty Burn. We intend to build and locate nesting boxes for bird, bat and bee species alongside this important wildlife corridor. We will then mark out nesting sites and encourage the local community to continue to monitor them.
Where's it happening? clo Broughty Ferry Enviromental Project, upper Queen St, Broughty Ferry
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Health & Safety, 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? 10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Ann Lolley (01382 436 932)
Organised by: Broughty Ferry Environmental Project
Email: environ.project@dundeecity.gov.uk
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Millennium Foresters
Where? Carnoustie
When? 25 June 2009
What's it about? We have recently moved back to our newly renovated school but in the time we were away (approx 10 months) our Millennium Forest has been neglected, become overgrown and used as a bit of a dumping ground by builders. The chidren, parents and staff of the school will work together to help clear a pathway through the forest with a view to carrying out further work in the future eg bird boxes, planting, willow weaving.
Where's it happening? Caesar Avenue, Carnoustie
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets
How many NEW volunteers required? no
Press/Volunteer Contact: pat murray (01241859484)
Organised by: Carlogie Primary School
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Millennium Foresters
Where? Carnoustie
When? 29 June 2009
What's it about? We would like to create a footpath through the Millennium Forest in our school grounds. The trees were planted in the year 2000 hence its name. We will also be pruning/cutting back trees to create habitat piles and nests and planting flowers around the perimeter of the forest to attract bees and buterflies. At a later date we will be making bird boxes and doing some willow weaving in this area. In other areas of the school grounds we plan to have herb and vegetable plots and create an outdoor learning environment with seating.
Where's it happening? Caesar Ave, Carnoustie
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? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Pat Murray (01241 859484)
Organised by: Carlogie Primary School
Email: patattheneuk@btopenworld.com
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Gardeners of the Future
Where? Comrie
When? 11 May 2009
What's it about? We intend to work with groups of pupils from the local school in our polytunnel on the new allotment site in the village. The aim is for the children to grow vegetables and then cook them in school.
Where's it happening? Comrie Allotments, Cultibraggan Camp, Comrie
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Isabel Fraser (01764679093)
Organised by: Comrie In Colour
Email: comrieincolour@tiscali.co.uk
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Saving Our Butterflies
Where? Comrie
When? 14 May 2009
What's it about? Nursery children will plant a border with plants to attract butterflies. The children in this nursery will be hatching out butterflies in class The garden needs to be completely reworked and parents have been recruted to assist our group.
Where's it happening? Comrie Nursery, School Road, Comrie
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Isabel Fraser (01764 679093)
Organised by: Comrie In Colour
Email: comrieincolour@tiscali.co.uk
REF S23

Milnab/Sauchie planting
Where? Crieff
When? 31 July 2009
What's it about? To reclaim some overgrown land previously looked after by the local council, remove a dead tree and replant with shrubs. This area is in a prominent part of Crieff, on a popular walking root for locals and visitors and adjacent to a large part which is part of a major regeneration scheme
Where's it happening? Milnab St/Sauchie Rd junction, Crieff
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required? No
Press/Volunteer Contact: Keith Stewart (01764 653163)
Organised by: Crieff inb Leaf Association
Email: crieffleaf-cinl@yahoo.co.uk
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Ann Street Sunshine
Where? Dundee
When? 2 May 2009
What's it about? Ann Street Sunshine is seeking to involve local people in making the entrance to the Mark Henderson Community Centre a bright and welcoming place on Ann Street. The work day will give people opportunity to work alongside neighbours on their street and to find out more about the kind of community groups, charities and activities happening in the Mark Henderson Centre. The local volunteers will be encouraged to bring their own lunch + 1 so after the work everybody can sit down and eat together, sharing with one another and encouraging a sense of achievement. After consultation with the people who live and work on near the centre this project is much anticipated and welcomed by all the residents and people who work on the street and use the centre. It is intended to purchase weed killer, and to hire a power washer to clean the paving slabs. The equipment needed for the project such as trimmer, gloves, lawn mower and other gardening tools will be provided by Signpost International. Signpost International will also provide regular refreshments to all volunteers to keep everybody well watered and full of energy! All in all – the project is intended to be fun and a great opportunity to give back something to the community whilst meeting new people.
Where's it happening? Mark Henderson Centre, Ann Street, Dundee
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Refreshments, Tools & Materials, Instruction and Direction
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Timon Scheven (01382 660072)
Organised by: Signpost International
Email: timon@signpost-international.org
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Muirhead Red Squirrel & Wildlife Sanctuary
Where? Dundee
When? 2nd may 2009 - 3rd May 2009
What's it about? Our aim is to plant native hedge rows, laying and painting our wheelchair/ dissabled access pathway, and installing various habitat boxes.
Where's it happening? Liff Road, Muirhead of Liff, Dundee
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: Jimmie Reid (07835 96 00 72)
Organised by: Muirhead Red Squirrel Sanctuary
REF S64

Candle Lane Biodiversity Group (2-10)
Where? Dundee
When? 31 July 2009
What's it about? Our group works within a city centre urban location. The area for improvement is surrounded by blocks of flats numbering approx 100 in total. Our work so far has fostered a sense of community and the perception of the area is one of a community where people are happy to live and remain. Our group is keen to embrace bio-diversity and would like to continue attracting wildlife to this city centre area. Wild life so far attracted has included blue tits,robins,pied wagtails, green finches ,starlings,thrushes.Bats,sparrow hawks,butterflies,bumble bees and field mice have also visited us! We would like to buy more plants to attract wild life and also soil, containers and hanging baskets. Next year we plan to plant strawberry plants to educate local children and to see what wildlife we can attract plus show what is possible to grow in urban locations.
Where's it happening? c/o 2d Candle Lane, Dundee
What to wear/bring:
What will be provided:
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: mr jim knox (01382 223583)
Organised by: Candle Lane Residents Association (2-10)
Email: jimmyk63@msn.com
REF S279

Gardening Because
Where? Forfar
When? Monday 6th July - Saturday 11th July 2009
What's it about? We are going to plan and maintain a small border for bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects. Volunteers will assist in the planning and design process and will choose suitable shrubs and perennials to fill this low maintenance border. The project will be carried out by our 5 - 14 yr Mighty oaks/Explorers and will be open to new volunteers/members ( young environmental group ).
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: Christine Paterson (01307 461 118)
Organised by: Angus Council Ranger Service
Email: forfarloch@sol.co.uk
REF S230

Bordering for B's
Where? Forfar
When? 6th July - 19th July
What's it about? We plan to design, create and maintain a small butterfly and Bee border. This project will give hands on experience to young volunteers in planning and maintenance of the wildlife garden and a sense of ownership. The survey work on Bumblebees/Insects will add to their skills and they will be encouraged to take the message to a wider community.
Where's it happening? Forfar Loch Country Park, Craig O'Loch Road, Forfar
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Suitable Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Mrs Christine Paterson (01307 461 118)
Organised by: Angus Council Ranger Service
Email: forfarloch@sol.co.uk
REF S231

Entrancenhance
Where? Kinnesswood
When? 21 June 2009
What's it about? The project is to complement the recent implementation of traffic calming measures at the east and west entrances to the rural village of Kinnesswood. We want to create a visual impact as cars slow down to approach our village. Both entrances have limitations due to verges near the roadside. Our solution is to create a striking feature where the verge ends at each entrance by providing quality large attractive containers and planting up with sustainable plants. One of the areas is on a unkept small neglected corner of land which we believe could be transformed by this initiative. There is a high level of support from the community for this, particulary from residents who look out on to this area. Local volunteers, guided by Kinnesswood in Bloom have already offered to assist in the clearing, preparation, planting and ongoing maintenance of the project. Village esteem is already high currently as we have been nominated for Britain in Bloom this year and we seek to maintain this. Support will be given credit in our Britain in Bloom folder which in turn gets good press coverage.
Where's it happening? Main Street, Kinnesswood
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Partially
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 2
Press/Volunteer Contact: helen manzie (01577 862210)
Organised by: Kinnesswood in Bloom (KiB)
Email: helen.manzie@fife.gov.uk
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Methven Goes Batty
Where? Perth
When? 30 July 2009
What's it about? Volunteers will be Designing and building bat boxes which will be placed in the Methven community den- an oasis of wilderness at the centre of Methven Village. Colonies of several species of Bat already exist in this area and we will place the boxes on suitable trees in the Den to provide additional roosting. The decline of the bat population combined with the general loss of natural roosting sites in nearby woods and buildings makes the work we will be doing all the more important.
Where's it happening? Methven park, Methven, Perth
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing, Packed Lunch, tools
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Training, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? Yes
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? no
Press/Volunteer Contact: Kate Blanche (01738840999)
Organised by: Methven Den Committee
Email: katoblanche@gmail.com
REF S281

Curling Pond Restoartion
Where? Scotlandwell
When? Sunday 7th June 2009
What's it about? On the day volunteers will assist to remove willow and birch scrub from Bishopshire Curling Pond. Where the timber can be used as wood fuel this will be made available to volunteers. Two major Rhododendrons adjacent to the Curling Pond will also be tackled by volunteers. We will also make a visual record of activities and record wildflowers, funghi and amphibians within the area
Where's it happening? Portmoak Moss Entrance, Scotlandwell
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Refreshments, 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? 10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Karen McDonnell (01592 840379)
Organised by: Scotlandwell In Bloom
Email: karen10390@btinternet.com
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Refresh Yourself In Our Community Herb Garden
Where? Scotlandwell
When? Sunday 21st June 2009
What's it about? SNH/CSV provided a grant of £250 in 2008 to enable us to establish a community herb garden which was opened by RHA judges during the Britain In Bloom campaign. We need to refresh compost and replace some herb plants which did not 'over winter'. Volunteers will also refresh tree bark cover across the area.
Where's it happening? c/o The Clunes, Leslie Road, Scotlandwell
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, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required? 10
Press/Volunteer Contact: Karen McDonnell (01592 940379)
Organised by: Scotlandwell In Bloom
Email: karen10390@btinternet.com
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