Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) is looking for new recruits to join a keen group of volunteers at the Fine Foundation Marine Centre, Kimmeridge, in Dorset.
The Dorset Wildlife Trust wildlife charity is inviting local people who would like to do something valuable for wildlife, learn new skills, and have time to offer on a regular basis to take part. No expertise is required as all volunteer marine wardens will be provided with free training to equip them with the basic knowledge and skills they will need in the role.
Training will include topics such as the identification of rock pool animals, seaweed identification, marine conservation and fossils.
DWT Marine Awareness Officer, Julie Hatcher, said: “We have an amazing team of volunteers at Kimmeridge with a wide range of backgrounds and ages. What they all have in common is a passion for wildlife and a desire to help ensure its well-being. We’re a friendly and fun bunch of people to work with and are looking forward to welcoming some new faces to the marine centre in the New Year.”
Volunteers will work alongside DWT staff to help enthuse visitors about marine wildlife conservation, take part in surveys and research projects, join organised parties carrying out practical tasks and to spread the conservation message to school groups and at events taking place in Kimmeridge Bay.
An open session at the Fine Foundation Marine Centre* will be held in January, where you can come and meet the staff and volunteers and find out more about what they do. There are a limited number of vacancies so if you think you’re suited to join the hardworking team then contact Julie Hatcher to register your interest on 01929 481044 or email [email protected]. For more information visit www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/vacancy134
