Join Raise for a practical volunteer day helping to survey the new woodland at Cummersdale, Carlisle. This is a practical, hands-on day outdoors focused on maintaining and strengthening the young woodland on site.
Our volunteer days are open to everyone, and follow a neuro-affirming approach to create a welcoming experience for all. Spaces are limited to support this approach - please sign up in advance following the guidance further down this page.
This session is part of our neuroaffirming volunteer programme. It offers a structured, welcoming space to build skills, spend time outdoors and contribute to long-term woodland creation.
What the day will involve
We will focus on surveying the health of trees in the young woodland to inform requirements for maintenance over the winter season. Alternative nature-based activities will be available too. The session will include a short welcome, clear demonstrations of tasks, supported practical work and time to pause or take breaks as needed.
You can expect:
clear guidance and step-by-step demonstrations
a steady pace with space to ask questions
a small team environment with Raise staff on hand throughout
Practical information
Meeting point: An exact meeting point will be emailed to all registered volunteers.
Facilities: Toilets will be available onsite.
What to bring: Packed lunch, water bottle, warm, waterproof clothing, sturdy footwear suitable for uneven ground.
All tools and gloves will be provided.
How to sign up
Existing Volunteer Community Foresters will receive booking information directly for this event.
If you’re not yet registered as a volunteer and would like to join, there are two options:
Keen to get involved in a few events? Sign up as a regular volunteer
Interested but not sure yet if it’s for you? Sign up for a taster session
Questions?
If you have any questions about the day or the volunteer programme, please contact Zoe Pearson, Community Forester at Raise:
📧 zoe@raisecumbria.co.uk
📞 07354 903253