Himalayan balsam
As its name suggests, Himalayan balsam is from the Himalayas and was introduced here in 1839. It now an invasive weed of riverbanks and ditches, where it prevents native species from growing.
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Thanking volunteers for their help in the balsam battle
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust hosted an afternoon of tea and home-made cakes on 25 November to thank volunteers and to celebrate another successful season with the New Forest Non-…
Volunteers thanked for braving summer heatwave to join balsam battle
Teams of volunteers have received hearty thanks for joining the battle against invasive non-native plants in the New Forest this year.
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Volunteer wardens
An update on the new volunteers helping look after Fishlake Meadows nature reserve
Education and Engagement Volunteer
We are looking for Volunteers to support the Advocacy and Engagement team in the delivery of youth engagement activities and Wilder School activities on the Island.
Pamber Forest Volunteer
We are looking for Pamber Forest Volunteers to assist the Trust’s Pamber Forest Team in carrying out practical work on the Trust’s wildlife reserves under the supervision of the Reserves Officer…
Education Volunteer in Basingstoke
Education volunteering involves assisting with a variety of outdoor and environmental education activities, with children and adults of all ages
North Team Conservation Volunteer
We are looking for North Team Conservation Volunteers to help carry out practical work on the Trust's wildlife reserves.
Watercress and Winterbournes volunteer receives Vitacress Conservation Award
Sarah Cooney, a volunteer with the Watercress and Winterbournes scheme, has been recognised through a prestigious award.
30 Days Wild with local volunteer Ian Mears
Local volunteer: Ian Mears explains how connecting with nature in June is as simple as tapping into your five senses and reflects on how wildlife does not always care for designer wildlife items…
Considering volunteering? Find out one volunteer's unique way of getting involved
Have you ever wondered how the skills you have could be used by The Wildlife Trust? Believe it or not while physical work is important, volunteering isn’t always about digging holes and planting…