A month on Eigg
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I am currently on a year long placement with the Scottish Wildlife Trust, which has been funded by Erasmus+. I am usually based in Inverness with Michelle but for the …
Watching over ospreys at Loch of the Lowes
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I became involved with Osprey Watch after volunteering at the Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre during the summer of 2018. I’ve always enjoyed watching wildlife and I was enthusiastic …
Volunteering with the Trust in south west Scotland
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In 2018 I spent five months working with a team of international and local volunteers in south west Scotland. Volunteering with the Scottish Wildlife Trust has so far been one …
Volunteering with the Scottish Wildlife Trust
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For the past three years the Scottish Wildlife Trust has welcomed volunteers through the European Voluntary Service (now known as the European Solidarity Corps). This Erasmus funded project allows young …
My first month
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One month ago I started my new life in Inverness, thanks to my European Solidarity Corps long-term position with the Scottish Wildlife Trust, after my four weeks here, I can …
Changing Seasons
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There’s been quite a bit of change at Falls of Clyde these past few months. With our long-term Reserves Manager, Steve, and Ranger, Laura, moving on from their posts here, …
My wet summer paradise
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Hey there! It’s Roger here again! I am enjoying this European Voluntary Service (EVS) with the Scottish Wildlife Trust because you never know what you will be doing the next …
How We Protect Native Woodlands
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This week on the reserve our team of volunteers have been helping to remove some non-native vegetation. Much of conservation today is focused on invasive plants and trees that out-compete …
Why did I choose to volunteer with the Scottish Wildlife Trust?
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My name is Roger Vidal, I’m 22 years and I come from Girona, Catalonia. I’ve studied biology at the University of Girona and I’m a nature and wildlife lover. For …
Welcoming the Autumn Colours
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September 23rd officially marked the start of Autumn and the Falls of Clyde are definitely starting to look the part! Unfortunately our once beautifully leaf-blown paths are again covered in …