Fledgling Rangers at The Deneway Nature Reserve 2027

Our Fledgling Rangers Programme is an introductory programme for anyone aged 12-16 who would like to gain their first experience of volunteering for a wildlife charity. It is a fantastic opportunity for young people to take action for wildlife in Sussex, learn new skills, and spend time outdoors with like-minded people.

Places are limited - booking is essential!

• 6 x 2-hour outdoor sessions
• Taking part in practical conservation work to help care for local wildlife habitats
• Learning bushcraft and nature-based skills in a supportive outdoor environment

Examples of activities may include:

• Habitat management such as path maintenance, invasive species removal, or helping to improve areas for wildlife
• Conservation tasks that support the management of The Deneway Nature Reserve
• Bushcraft activities such as shelter building, safe tool use, knot tying, fire-lighting demonstrations, or nature-based crafts

The programme will run during the first quarter of 2027

Sessions will take place at The Deneway Nature Reserve, Brighton

Sessions run from 10:00am - 12:00pm

Session dates are:

• Saturday 23rd January
• Wednesday 17th February (Half Term)
• Friday 19th February (Half Term)
• Saturday 20th March
• Wednesday 7th April (Easter Holiday)
• Friday 9th April (Easter Holiday)

The programme provides a total of 12 hours of volunteering

No prior experience is needed - all training and guidance will be provided

N.B. If you wish to use this programme for the volunteering section of the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award, you will need to check with your Duke of Edinburgh Award Supervisor that it meets the requirements of your award.

Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

** Booking your space for the first session in January secures you a space on all 6 total sessions - you are booking a space for the entire program, sessions are not bookable individually **

• A compost toilet is available onsite
• Clean water is available for hand washing
• We will provide safety equipment such as gloves where needed

• Drinking water
• Weather-appropriate outdoor clothing
• Sturdy footwear such as walking boots or wellies
• A packed snack if required

We look forward to welcoming the next group of Fledgling Rangers and helping you develop practical conservation skills while making a positive difference for wildlife in Sussex.