Volunteer

Do your bit for Scotland's wildlife

The Scottish Wildlife Trust has a network of over 700 committed volunteers who are involved in everything from planting trees and repairing boardwalks to giving talks on wildlife, surveying flora and fauna, raising important funds and running Wildlife Watch groups for young people.

Volunteering opportunities

To see what's available in your area, visit our volunteering opportunities section. We typically require volunteers for:

• Practical work on our reserves through our Conservation Teams
• Join one of our many local members' groups, or set up your own group
• Help run one of our Wildlife Watch groups (for children aged 5-14)
• Report a red or grey squirrel sighting in your area
• Get involved in one of our local planning groups
• Organise an employee work party through your work

Becoming a volunteer

In most cases, all you need to do is contact the relevant person or department and they will advise you on how to become a volunteer. We like to meet volunteers for an informal face-to-face chat, during which both parties can discuss their expectations and availability. All relevant training will be provided, and we will usually pay for any out of pocket expenses. Volunteers who have regular contact with children or vulnerable adults will need to be fully disclosed by the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.

For more information on how to get involved, contact us on 0131 312 7765.