Volunteering in the AONB
Volunteering with the AONB Unit
Current volunteering opportunities are outlined below. If there is nothing suitable for you at the moment why not fill out the form at the end of the page to be emailed when we update this site?
AONB Volunteer Rangers - Our Volunteer Rangers already provide a visible presence assisting the AONB Unit in conserving, enhancing and promoting the appropriate use and enjoyment of the area. We now have only two vacancies. (August 2011)
- Providing information and advice for visitors
- Assisting with the management of key sites and promoted routes by carrying out regular checks, litter picking, encouraging good behaviour and reporting on the need for any remedial actions
- Representing the AONB at shows and events
- Leading short guided walks
If you are aged 18 or over and think you might be interested have a look at the latest news and read what some of our Rangers have been doing recently or simply email us mendiphills@somerset.gov.uk
AONB Practical Tasks Volunteers - (please see programme below)
The Mendip Hills AONB Unit has been recruiting new volunteers to help conserve and enhance this nationally important environment. As part of the work programme the group has been out doing practical tasks on the hills to improve the access and visitors experiences.
April 2012 – June 2012
The Updated Spring work programme is now available and continues the variety of tasks volunteers can get involved with. The volunteer group will be helping with erosion control on Black Down, repairing a herringbone bank in Compton Martin and working to conserve and enhance Burrington Combe.
For more information contact Owen Jones by email mendipvolunteers@gmail.com or leave your contact details by ringing 01761 462338 and Owen will to get back to you .
AONB Young Ranger Assistants (not recruiting)
Assists the Project Officer running activities for the Young Rangers Scheme – young people aged 11 – 15 years of age, including running monthly one-day activities, an annual residential camp and administration and communication with Young Rangers.
AONB Project Assistant (not recruiting)
Assists the Project Officer with project work including research, site surveys and publicity.
Volunteering with other organisations in the AONB e.g Somerset Widlife Trust, Avon Wildlife Trust, National Trust and others.