Masmill Oakwood Volunteer Project |
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We hold regular Woody Workdays which give volunteers the chance to get involved in the hands-on restoration of Masmill Oakwood. We aim to open up spaces for the oaks to naturally regenerate, so work focuses on: clearing self-seeded conifer saplings, clearing brash, bracken, checking tree tubes and removing competing vegetation. The Forestry Commission have also cleared a 3.5 hectare site of established conifers to enable volunteers to restock this area with native species and extend the area of native upland oak. We also hold other activities including dry stone walling training. This enables volunteers to learn the skill of dry stone walling and then practice this skill in helping repair and maintain the dry stone walls along Masmill Beck. Our Family Tree Planting days encourage families to join us in helping replenish our oak woodland to preserve its unique character. The variety of tree species ranging from native oak, to a few crab apple and hawthorn saplings encourages more natural and diverse wildlife. Volunteer activities are delivered in partnership with the Forestry Commission education team. To get involved as a volunteer please see our events page, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or give us a call on 017687 74785. |
- Events
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Thursday 15 April
Tree Planting Day
Time: 10am- 3pm Meet: Near Whinlatter - please call for details
We'll be replanting part of the woodland with native trees today - it's free, all welcome (under 16s need to be accompanied).
We'll provide the tools and gloves - just bring sturdy boots, rain gear, a packed lunch and hot drink.
Please let us know if you'd like to come along - Tel 017687 74785 or email for further details.
Wednesday 7 April
Tree Planting Day
Time: 10am- 3pm Meet: Near Whinlatter - please call for details.
We'll be replanting part of the woodland with native trees today - it's free, all welcome (under 16s need to be accompanied).
We'll provide the tools and gloves - just bring sturdy boots, rain gear, a packed lunch and hot drink.
Please let us know if you'd like to come along - Tel 017687 74785 or email for further details.
Wednesday 31 March
Tree Planting Day
Time: 10am- 3pm Meet: Near Whinlatter - please call for details.
We'll be replanting part of the woodland with native trees today - it's free, all welcome (under 16s need to be accompanied).
We'll provide the tools and gloves - just bring sturdy boots, rain gear, a packed lunch and hot drink.
Please let us know if you'd like to come along - Tel 017687 74785 or email for further details.
Friday 12 & Saturday 13 March 2010
2 day Drystone Walling Course
Time: 10am-3pm Meet: Please call the office to find out details
This free two day drystone walling course will take place at Masmill Oakwood. Day 1 will be an introduction to this traditional rural skill and Day 2 will be a chance to work with Forestry Ranger Paul Brown to repair sections of the wall running along side Masmill Beck.To get the most from this fantastic FREE course volunteers must attend on both days.
To book a place email rachel.graham@environment-agency.gov.uk or call 017687 74785.
Volunteers must be 16 or above or accompanied by an adult.
Saturday 20 February
Family Tree Planting Day
Time: 10am- 3pm Meet: Noble Knott Car Park,Whinlatter Pass- Follow the marked trail to the tree planting area.
Free goodie,Hot chocolate and certificates for every tree planter.
If you can make it and would like to book a place email rachel.graham@environment-agency.gov.uk or call 017687 74785
Remember to bring warm and waterproof clothing, a hat and gloves. Bring lunch and a hot drink too.
Wednesday 10 February
Tree planting and non native species clearance
Time: 10am-3pm
Meet: Please call the office to find out details
Tasks today involve: tree planting and clearing some of the hemlock that has grown back .
If you can make it and would like to book a place email rachel.graham@environment-agency.gov.uk or call 017687 74785
Volunteers must be 16 or above or accompanied by and adult.
Remember to bring warm and waterproof clothing, a hat and gloves. Bring lunch and a hot drink too.
Wednesday 3 February
Tree planting and non native species clearance
Time: 10am-3pm
Meet: Please call the office to find out details
Tasks today involve: tree planting and clearing brash that has blown down during the bad weather
If you can make it and would like to book a place email rachel.graham@environment-agency.gov.uk or call 017687 74785
Volunteers must be 16 or above or accompanied by and adult.
Remember to bring warm and waterproof clothing, a hat and gloves. Bring lunch and a hot drink too.
Wednesday 27 January
Conservation day
Time: 10am-3pm
Meet: Please call the office to find out details
Tasks today involve: checking tree tubes that have been planted this year, re staking trees that have been blown over, clearing some of the hemlock that has grown back .
If you can make it and would like to book a place email rachel.graham@environment-agency.gov.uk or call 017687 74785.
Volunteers must be 16 or above or accompanied by and adult.
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