Projects taking place in the week beginning
1 March 2008

Tree and Hedge Planting on the Middlewood Way
Where? Higher Poynton, Cheshire
When? 1 March 2008
What's it about? We will be planting native trees and hedgerow plants on a part of the Middle wood way that is an important natural area used by local people for leisure and recreation - this will provide habitat for wildlife, especially nesting birds, as well as improving the appearance and natural beauty of the area for visitors. The volunteers will assist the rangers in a range of tree and hedgerow planting tasks and will learn about the principles of hedge-laying.
Where's it happening? Nelson Pit Visitor Centre, Middlewood Way, Higher Poynton
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Refreshments, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult, Ring Leader in advance for information., Ring Leader in advance for information.
How many NEW volunteers required? -
Press/Volunteer Contact: Tina Hanak (07870 804413)
Organised by: Macclesfield RSPB Wildlife Explorers
Email: wex@macclesfieldrspb.org.uk
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Making Munston a Clean & Tidy Village
Where? Muston, North Yorkshire
When? 1 March 2008
What's it about? There is a main road to the coast through our village and we suffer very much from holiday-makers throwing out their rubbish as they drive through. We wish to spend a morning cleaning up.
Where's it happening? Flixton Road, Muston
What to wear/bring: Refreshments, Sturdy Footwear, Tools and Materials, Protective Clothing
What will be provided: Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions?
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: ()
Organised by: Muston In Bloom
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Parish Litter Pick
Where? Rugeley, Staffordshire
When? 1 March 2008
What's it about? Litter pick from lanes and hedgerow's in the parish of Blithfield and Admaston.
Where's it happening? Admaston Village Hall School Lane, Admaston, Rugeley
What to wear/bring: Sturdy Footwear
What will be provided: Health & Safety, Tools & Materials
Is there wheelchair access to the site? No
Any restrictions? No pets, Children under 16 must be accomapnied by an adult
How many NEW volunteers required?
Press/Volunteer Contact: Paul Riley (01889 500522)
Organised by: Admaston Village Hall
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