Volunteer Community Foresters are meeting with the Raise team to do some site maintenance at a newly planted woodland at Parkview in Barrow-in-Furness. This is a practical, hands-on day outdoors focused on maintaining and strengthening the recently planted woodland.

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

This session will be focused on vegetation control, and 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

This session is for registered Volunteer Community Foresters, and we’re always looking for more people to get involved. To join the programme, visit our Volunteer Community Forester sign-up page to learn more register your interest.

Booking your place: Existing volunteers will receive booking information directly.

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