Volunteer for the Lost Woods project and help protect our ancient woodlands for future generations.
You can make a real difference to our natural spaces on your doorstep, all while learning new skills and meeting new people.
From volunteering for hands-on conservation to connecting people with nature, there are lots of ways to get involved. Due to the high number of applications we are receiving, we are prioritising those from people living locally within the Lost Woods project area.
The role: We are looking for volunteer Guided Walk Leaders to show visitors the wonderful woodlands of the Lost Woods, and to share their knowledge to inspire more people to enjoy and care for these important habitats.
Are you a great communicator? Can you offer a friendly welcome? If you are a calm and confident communicator, who enjoys meeting people from a variety of backgrounds, this could be the role for you.
We are looking for people who enjoy researching and planning walks as well as leading them.
For this role, you will need access to a phone, the internet and an email address, as well as suitable outdoor clothing for the site – including sturdy footwear.
To find out more about this role or apply, please visit our project partner The Woodland Trust's website via the link below. Liz from the Action in Rural Sussex Lost Woods team will then be in touch.
The role: We are looking for Event Volunteers to share the Lost Woods of the Low Weald and Downs project at local events. With a willingness to attend small scale or mass participation events, our Event Volunteers are friendly, enthusiastic and passionate about our cause.
From offering craft activities to chatting about our current projects, Event Volunteers are at the heart of our engagement activities.
For this role you will need access to a phone, the internet and an email address, as well as suitable outdoor clothing – including sturdy footwear.
To find out more about this role or apply, please visit our project partner The Woodland Trust's website via the link below. Liz from the Action in Rural Sussex Lost Woods team will then be in touch.
If you don’t see a volunteer role that quite suits you, then arrange a chat with Liz our Volunteer Coordinator about what you have in mind, or to discuss ideas on what you could do.
Everyone’s invited to be involved in the Lost Woods project (including people with mental or physical health challenges). Please contact Liz for a friendly no-obligation chat to discuss any queries or to get help with completing your volunteer application.
Hi I’m Liz – I’m looking forward to helping you find you the perfect volunteer role, so you can join us in supporting our wonderful local woodlands. Everyone’s welcome here.
I work with disadvantaged communities, supporting them to volunteer, have their voices heard and campaign for better services. I’ve also worked with children and adults with special needs on forest school and woodland projects. And my love of plants led to a diploma in herbal medicine.
Drop me a line at the link below and I’ll arrange to phone you for a chat – or answer your questions by email if you prefer.