Volunteering – Wildlife Monitoring and Biodiversity Enhancement
Wildlife Monitoring and Biodiversity Enhancement
Help us protect and enhance the rich wildlife of the Cotswold Canals. Our Wildlife Monitoring & Biodiversity volunteers play a vital role in surveying, recording, and managing habitats, ensuring the canal corridor remains a thriving space for nature and people alike.
We’re looking for volunteers with a passion for wildlife, an interest in ecology and biodiversity, and a willingness to spend time outdoors. Training is provided for all tasks, so no prior experience is necessary – though if you have ecological qualifications or specialist skills, we’d love to involve you too.
From bird surveys and semi-aquatic mammal monitoring to tackling invasive species like Himalayan Balsam, there are opportunities for everyone to get involved – whether you’re new to conservation or bring ecological expertise. You might also help us develop an ecological database of species records and work with local partners such as Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust, Stroud Valleys Project, and the Severn Vale Catchment Group.
I really enjoy contributing to the restoration of such an important heritage and wildlife corridor. It’s rewarding work with a meaningful environmental impact.
Volunteer Environmental Director
Types of roles available
Download our role descriptions below to give you a better idea of volunteering within the Wildlife Monitoring and Biodiversity Enhancement team.
Wildlife Monitoring and Biodiversity Enhancement
Join our Wildlife Monitoring & Biodiversity team to help survey, protect, and enhance wildlife along the Cotswold Canals.
Current vacancies
None
How to apply:
Simply fill out our online form via the button below and a member of our volunteer engagement team will be in touch to discuss opportunities within our charity and answer any queries.
If you are under 18, please email us to find out about volunteering opportunities for Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) and other youth volunteering programmes | volunteersupport@cotswoldcanals.org.
Don’t see your skill here?
No problem! We’re always open to new ideas and hidden talents. If you have a skill to offer – get in touch via the button above and select “other”. We’ll find a place for you.
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