Volunteers wanted to help encourage more wildlife to old quarry
THE Mosaic Trust at Austerfield is giving members of the public the opportunity to join a conservation volunteer group to fill their Saturday mornings once a month.
The trust was established in 2000 to care for and maintain the habitats that have regenerated in the old sand pits, after Hanson, the previous owners of the quarry, donated land so the local community could access and enjoy a nature reserve on their doorstep.
Volunteers, who can help to keep paths clear, assist with creating habitats, and generally maintain the reserve, meet once each month.
There is also a family nature group where activities are planned to involve children and to help them learn more about caring for the environment while having fun.
The reserve has many unique features including ponds, woodlands, and areas of open sand and heathland in a small area.
The diversity of habitats offers sanctuary to an enormous variety of plants and animals.
The aim of The Mosaic Trust is to maintain the different habitats for future generations and encourage the survival of plants and animals that live in South Yorkshire.
Nature lovers who would like to know more about The Mosaic Trust and the nature reserve, situated on the A614 in the village of Austerfield, near Bawtry, can contact Sue Rose on 01302 531034.
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