Volunteer with the FNLFT- we have a wide and varied programme of work for the coming season. We always welcome support from volunteers and if you are looking to gain practical experience on fisheries and river management see below for dates, times and locations.
FNLFT Volunteer Opportunities
Non Native Plant Control – Mosset Burn Project
Monday Night is Hogweed Night: Regular sessions on Monday Nights to tackle the giant hogweed menace along the Mosset Burn. Sessions last 2-3 hrs and include spraying, cutting or digging hogweed. PPE and basic training provided. Bring suitable outdoor clothing and wellies/waders. Funding is also available this year to cover volunteer travel at £0.40 per mile. June 13th, 20th and 27th at 6pm, meet at Orchard Road Car Park
Sweep Netting
Sweep netting sessions to assess fish populations in Findhorn Bay.
Next session: 20th June 2016 , Meet at Waste Busters Car Park Waterford, Forres at 12:00 to try the Sea Pool.
Electrofishing Survey – River Lossie
Electrofishing is used to assess juvenile fish populations in our rivers each year. This year we will survey the River Lossie and surveys will commence from the 15th August and please let me know if you are interested. Dates and locations will be released shortly.
Source: Findhorn, Nairn and Lossie – Volunteer Opportunities