VOLUNTEERS looking to help with an ambitious project to protect wildlife and ease access for visitors to the River Darwen Parkway are urged to get involved.
Since early last month, Lancashire Wildlife Trust has been running weekly sessions at the nature reserve in Bolton Road, Blackburn, where volunteers have been carrying out coppicing work in the dense planted woodland. The project also aims to involve young people from local high schools, who will be able to gain qualifications such as AQAs.
Funding for the project has come from The Veolia Environmental Trust, which has awarded a grant of £21,031 through the Landfill Communities Fund.
Kim Coverdale, of the trust, said: “It is fantastic to see local people donating their time and effort to help with the project.
“The work will help us protect and conserve some of the most threatened species in the area and encourage more people to enjoy the reserve.”
The last volunteer session this yearis on December 17.
To register as a volunteer ring 01772 324129 or email volunteer@lancswt.org.uk.
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