The task
Heartwood Forest is England’s largest new native woodland being created in St Albans. It covers a large area of 858 acres and will eventually boast 600,000 new trees, a community orchard, miles of paths and rides and an array of wildlife.
Guided walks are a great way of introducing new people to Heartwood and informing others of our progress and plans.
Groups regularly approach us asking for guided walks.
You will help to organise and run these guided walks around Heartwood for local groups - your skill, knowledge and enthusiasm will ensure participants leave a walk inspired about the site and the work of the Trust and full of ideas for future visits to this or other woodland.
Timescale
All year round
Experience required/desired
- Organising and leading inspiring guided walks (D)
- An understanding of the needs of the public and native wildlife (R)
- Familiarity with Heartwood Forest (R)
- A sensible regard for health and safety (R)
- Understanding and support of the Woodland Trusts principles of woodland management (D)
Qualities required
- Fairly fit and able to walk several miles
- Ability to talk to the general public and large groups about Heartwood Forest
Application Form
If you meet the pre-requisites above and wish to be considered for this role, please complete the volunteer application form and a member of the volunteer development team will contact you.